Notes and Statements from Western and Mid-Michigan companies going through these times just like you….
In a Part 6 we continue to share with you a couple statements from a few Michigan companies MBN felt would be relevant to you. Some with whom we have done interviews in the past.
Degage Ministries – Homeless shelter doesn’t let $300,000 budget shortfall prevent from aiding the most vulnerable
Even as financial constraints mount, Downtown Grand Rapids homeless shelter Degage Ministries continues to adapt to meet the needs of the most vulnerable, thanks to partnerships and donations from local businesses and Degage patrons employed by the organization. Degage is providing nearly 300 free to-go meals each day, which typically provided at a cost of $2/meal. In addition, hygiene services remain available three days each week. Agency representatives are available for comment on the critical needs these collaborations are meeting and can also speak to the need for more financial donations.
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Feyen Zylstra – Skilled trades working on the ‘back lines’ to keep front lines operational at area hospitals
While front line workers indeed deserve the spot light, there are many unknown heroes working in the background to help keep area health systems running smoothly. Grand Rapids-based electrical solutions and industrial technology firm Feyen Zylstra is working hard right now behind the scenes in some local hospitals upgrading their wireless technology, remodeling networks and other infrastructure areas to help accommodate the hospitals setting up testing areas and turning non-clinical areas into health delivery areas. Officials are available to comment on the importance of essential skilled trades jobs during the pandemic.
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Ferris State University – Pharmacy students & faculty collaborate to optimize Spectrum Health research
To help put the best COVID-19 information before doctors and other health care professionals in the Spectrum Health integrated health system, a group of Ferris State University faculty and fourth-year Pharmacy students are involved in a review of research reports and studies. The various Ferris collaborators join with peers at the Van Andel Institute, Michigan State University, Henry Ford Health System, and the Spectrum research office to assess more than 3,500 articles detailing research on the virus at the heart of this pandemic. Learn more about the story here. University officials are available for comment as well.
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A big thank you to Craig Clark, Clark Communications of Grand Rapids, MI, for helping with coordinating this and previous stories.
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