Promoting Health and Wellness in the Creston & Belknap Neighborhoods​

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COMMUNITY RESOURCES

If you are experiencing a mental health crisis call 988 now or text ‘nice’ to 741741.

Do you need medical attention or a new doctor? Call Catherine’s Health Center regardless of insurance. Click here for more information.

COVID-19 Vaccination Information here

Health Net supports clients’ basic needs such as housing, employment, food access, utility payment, early childhood and pregnancy services, and others. Click Here or call 616-726-8204.

Mental health support is now integrated throughout the 2nd Ward.  NEWC and its 4 partners celebrate a $350,000 grant from the City of Grand Rapids to provide Mental Health Education and support for the community.  Check out the services now available below.

Arbor Circle advances mental wellbeing through counseling and supportive services in partnership with people and communities. Learn More Here.
We equip individuals with the knowledge to recognize, understand, accept, and take action when it comes to mental health. The be nice. action plan is a simple tool to notice, invite, challenge and empower - with knowledge comes the confidence to take action. Learn the be nice. action plan @ benice.org/take-the-pledge.
The Calvin University Mental Health Ambassador program is a community-driven solution that educates community members about how to promote the mental health of those in their speres of influence. Learn More Here.
The Creston Neighborhood Association promotes community connections, organizes inclusive events, and provides resources that enhance well-being. By creating spaces for neighbors to engage and support one another, CNA helps build a resilient and thriving community. Learn more and get connected with your neighbors at CrestonGR.com.

MENTAL HEALTH

Mental health is critical to our overall well-being and can affect our thinking, mood, and behavior.

MENTAL HEALTH

COMMUNITY CONNECTIONS

All members of the Creston community are valued as individuals as well as important to the community.

COMMUNITY CONNECTIONS

HEALTHY EATING

A balanced diet promotes energy, weight loss, and a longer, fulfilling life. Enjoy monthly articles about eating and living healthy from health expert sources.

HEALTHY EATING

ACTIVE LIVING

Everyone needs physical activity to stay healthy. So we’ve provided the following tools to help you and your family make small changes that can add up to big health benefits!

ACTIVE LIVING

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CRESTON LIFESTYLE ARTICLES

NEWC is pleased to introduce new member, April Beresford. April is a lifestyle medicine practitioner who will be consulting with NEWC to boost community health, as well as to provide practical ideas for healthy eating in a new column each month.

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