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School-based health centers bring health care services to children where they're at, in school! It just makes sense. These centers and programs provide quality health care services on or near school property that help students be healthy and succeed in school. They are focused on the prevention, early identification and treatment of medical and behavioral concerns that can interfere with a student's learning.
Michigan's school-based and school-linked health centers have been delivering comprehensive health care and a wide range of support services for 20 years. Today, there are over 90 school-based and school-linked health centers and programs in the state of Michigan delivering a range of primary, preventive, and early intervention services to nearly 200,000 children yearly of all grade levels in urban, rural, suburban schools across the state. These centers and programs have emerged as a powerful tool and safety net in meeting the health care needs of children and adolescents.
The School-Community Health Alliance of Michigan (SCHA-MI) is a collaboration of individuals and organizations that represent and support school-based and school-linked health centers and programs. Through our actions, commitment and passion, we support the belief that all Michigan children and youth have a basic fundamental right to access and receive comprehensive primary health care and prevention services.
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The School-Community Health Alliance of Michigan has purchased new curricula for our field to borrow. This gives you time to review something you have perhaps been interested in buying before you purchase it! View our resource list for more information.
Visit the Alliance Practice and Data Management Wikispace! Find resources, FAQs, a discussion board, and much more!
Updated Analysis from The National Campaign Shows Teen Childbearing Costs Taxpayers $10.9 Billion - Counting It Up: The Public Costs of Teen Childbearing. Information specific to Michigan is available.
Article in Global Policy TV by Terri Wright, American Public Health Association's Center for School, Health and Education - School Based Health Centers Making Strides for Kids
Video: Healthy Kids, Healthy Communities
An informative video showcasing the work of Michigan's school-based and school-linked health centers and programs.
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