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LANSING, Mich. – The public is invited to attend a virtual meeting hosted by the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) from 9:30 a.m. to noon, Tuesday, Oct. 27, about the list of prescription drugs covered under Michigan’s Medicaid health plans known as the Medicaid Health Plan Common Formulary. The purpose of the meeting is to provide an annual forum for the public, community partners and interested parties to comment on the prescription list. This forum is in addition to the quarterly written public comment periods. The annual Michigan Medicaid Health Plan Common Formulary stakeholder meeting will be held virtually via Zoom using the password 8Ty1MM. Participants may also access the meeting by phone by dialing 408-961-3929 and entering access code 257756. Attendees are asked to RSVP by emailing KrepsD@michigan.gov by Wednesday, Oct. 21. Find more information about the common formulary including the list of covered prescription drugs at Michigan.gov/MCOpharmacy. Those unable to attend can submit questions or comments to the Common Formulary mailbox at MDHHSCommonFormulary@michigan.gov no later than Wednesday, Oct. 21.
The National Head Start Association is raising concerns about new proposed federal rules (NPRM) that could lower Head Start standards and change the program families depend on. These changes may not happen all at once, but over time, lower standards could mean: • Bigger classroom sizes • Fewer teachers and classroom staff • Less parent and family involvement • Shorter school days and fewer hours of learning • More barriers for children regarding health, mental health, and language. For families, these are more than policy changes. They could mean fewer opportunities, less support and a different Head Start landscape for children across our communities. We believe Head Start children and families deserve better. If you are a Head Start parent, grandparent, former Head Start family, community partner or supporter, your voice matters. The federal government is accepting public comments on these proposed rules until October 6th, and we encourage you to speak up. Submit a public comment at regulations.gov or email Deregulation@acf.hhs.gov. Tell them: Head Start standards should be protected, not lowered. Our children deserve classrooms with the teachers, support, family engagement and learning time they need to thrive. Protect Head Start. Protect the standards. Protect the future of our children.
CAAC TEFAP food distributions will continue monthly as usual, and emergency food is available during business hours. It's a good week to donate! Local stores are running bulk sales and other great deals leading into fall! Looking to get more involved? Call us for volunteer opportunities like bagging and distributing food directly to the community. Give us a call at 269-673-5472 ext. 264, or send us an email at info@communityactionallegan.org.
Weatherization Assistance can reduce the energy burden for families, and provide health and safety benefits: -Save an average of $432 per year in energy costs -Improved indoor ventilation and air quality for a healthier home -Save on medical expenses and miss fewer days of work -Adequately heat and cool your home at lower costs -Lowers heating bills by 30% in a cold weather state like Michigan -Many types of homes are eligible for Weatherization services For more information or to see if you qualify, call 269-673-5472 ext. 238, or complete an interest form at: https://communityactionallegan.org/our-services/weatherization/#interestform
