City of Grand Rapids invests $67 thousand in resident leadership projects focused on pandemic resiliency. Michigan Department of Health and Human Services launches 24/7 crisis text line for Michiganders experiencing mental health issues during pandemic. Gov. Gretchen Whitmer creates the Michigan COVID-19 Office of Accountability to oversee all spending addressing pandemic, extends more mitigation efforts. Gilda’s Club Grand Rapids offers weekly online support groups and workshops for locals experiencing emotional health issues during pandemic. https://therapidian.org/covid-19-grand-rapids-monday-may-4-updates-1
Grand Rapids Investment Statement:
https://www.grandrapidsmi.gov/Our-City/News-Media/City-invests-in-resident-leadership-through-projects-focused-on-COVID-19-resiliency-and-recovery
Crisis Text Line Statement:
https://www.michigan.gov/mdhhs/0,5885,7-339-73970_71692_71696-527860--,00.html
Gov. Whitmer's Executive Orders Page:
https://www.michigan.gov/whitmer/0,9309,7-387-90499_90705---,00.html
Gilda's Club Virtual Clubhouse Happenings:
https://gildasclubgr.org/virtual-clubhouse-happenings/
Local residents are encouraged at this time to share their own stories and perspectives related to the COVID-19 situation on The Rapidian's platform. https://therapidian.org/
