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NEWS & EVENTS 
SPECIALTY CARE
Better Diabetes Care for All
Factors outside the clinic such as transportation, housing, and food access, can impact diabetes care and outcomes. MCT2D aims to ensure all practices and patients have the resources and support they need to overcome these challenges."
Partnership with MSHIELD
MCT2D partners with MSHIELD to support high-quality, person-centered diabetes care by helping practices address factors that influence patient health and well-being.
To better support individuals managing type 2 diabetes, MSHIELD collaborates with community hubs across Michigan to strengthen care coordination, connect patients to local resources, and improve population health outcomes.
MSHIELD supports MCT2D and its participating practices by:
- Offering guidance to implement evidence-informed processes for identifying and addressing patient needs
- Consulting with practices to enhance existing efforts related to non-medical factors that influence health
- Facilitating connections to local organizations and services that support patients beyond clinical care
- Providing training and educational opportunities focused on delivering patient-centered care
LEARN MORE ABOUT MSHIELD
Vision and Goals for Advancing Quality Diabetes Care for All
We envision a Michigan where all individuals can access high-quality, evidence-based care for type 2 diabetes regardless of factors like income, insurance type, characteristics, or where they live. Through statewide collaboration, we aim to improve outcomes, reduce complications, and enhance quality of life for every patient with type 2 diabetes.
To support this work, MCT2D has outlined six goals to help ensure that high-value diabetes care reaches every community. You can learn more by downloading our overview.
DOWNLOADStatewide Nutrition Resources
Having consistent access to nutritious food is an important part of managing type 2 diabetes. To support care teams and patients, we’ve compiled a list of state and county programs that may help individuals access food resources in their communities.
2-1-1
Call 2-1-1 or visit www.mi211.org
Michigan 2-1-1 is an easy way to find resources right in your community. Call, text, or search online to get connected to nutritious food programs.
MI Food Assistance Program (SNAP)
Use the MI Bridges portal to apply for a range of benefits including food assistance through the SNAP program.
Find Your Local Food Bank
The Feeding America nationwide network of food banks and food programs helps millions of people find food and grocery help in their communities every year. Connect with your local food bank to learn about upcoming free food distributions and to apply for national food programs like SNAP and WIC.
Food Finder
FoodFinder is a food pantry locator that shows you when and where to get free food assistance in your area. The map on our home page is a map of food pantries and school meal locations – every pin that appears is a food assistance program nearby.
MI Community Action Agencies (CAA)s
Food Assistance Resources For Seniors (55 and older)
Meals on Wheels
Meals on Wheels is a meal delivery service for individuals with diminished mobility who are generally aged 60 and older, although age requirements can vary. Find a provider using the link above.
Senior Project FRESH/Market FRESH
Learn more here
This program provides residents who are aged 60 or older (and residents who are aged 55 or older who belong to a Michigan federally recognized tribe or urban tribal group) free nutrition education and $25 in coupons that can be exchanged for fresh fruits, vegetables, and other healthy foods sold at local farmers’ markets and roadside stands.
County-Specific Food Assistance Resources
Please note that this list is a starting point to help patients find and connect with resources. We cannot guarantee the availability or capacity of community resources and social services in a given county.
County | Community Hub Referral | Local MDHHS Office Address (SNAP) | Additional Resources |
|---|---|---|---|
Gratiot | 201 Commerce Drive Ithaca, MI 48847 | ||
Huron | 1911 Sand Beach Rd. Bad Axe, MI 48413 | ||
Isabella | 1919 Parkland Drive Mt. Pleasant, MI 48858 | ||
Jackson | 301 E. Louis Glick Hwy. Jackson, MI 49201 | ||
Kalamazoo | 427 E. Alcott Street Kalamazoo, MI 49001 | ||
Livingston | 2300 E. Grand River, Ste. 1Howell, MI 48843 | ||
Macomb | 44777 N. Gratiot Ave. Ste. A Clinton Township, MI 48036 | ||
Manistee | 1672 US 31 South Manistee, MI 49660 | ||
Ottawa/Allegan | 12185 James St., Ste. 200 Holland, MI 49424 | ||
Ottawa/Allegan | 3255 122nd Ste 300 Allegan, MI 49010 | ||
Washtenaw | |||
Wayne | 1801 E. Canfield 3040 W. Grand Blvd. Detroit, MI 48207 |
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Support for The Michigan Collaborative for Type 2 Diabetes (MCT2D) is provided by Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan as part of the BCBSM Value Partnerships program.
Although Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan and MCT2D work collaboratively, the opinions, beliefs and viewpoints expressed by the author do not necessarily reflect the opinions, beliefs and viewpoints of BCBSM or any of its employees.