Employers Interested in Healthy Living

A happy employee equals a happy employer.  Part of keeping your employees happy and productive is keeping them healthy.  There are a number of ways in which you can encourage your employees to live a healthy lifestyle.   

Encourage Employees to Get Educated

There are a number of opportunities within the community in which your employees can learn how to create a healthier and happier lifestyle for themselves and their families.  From informational brochures to hands on classes, the following organizations will be able to assist your employees.  You can direct your employees to these organizations or work directly with the organizations to create a specialized learning session in which your employees can participate as a team. 

	Circle of Health Partnership The Circle of Health Partnership strives to empower the community to develop and implement strategies and actions to decrease alcohol, tobacco, and other drug use for a healthier lifestyles for our youth. "Striving for healthy youth lifestyle choices and empowerment for life!"
	Midland Area Chamber of Commerce The mission of the Midland Area Chamber of Commerce includes fostering a "high-quality, livable community." In order to help achieve this goal, a healthy lifestyle is part of the equation. The Chamber is in support of these efforts, which in turn, help fulfill its mission.
	Midland Community Cancer Services Midland Community Cancer Services has been providing cancer support and prevention education services since 1948. We are a United Way agency that provides free non-medical cancer support services to residents of Midland County and the surrounding area. Staff health educators help people stop smoking and offer cancer awareness, sun safety, tobacco awareness and diet and cancer prevention presentations.
	Midland Community Center The Midland Community Center is the leading local non-profit organization in providing affordable and quality recreational, social, and personal development opportunities for all individuals and families.  Our almost 200,000 square foot facility houses three gyms, three pools, a state-of-the-art fitness facility, racquetball/paddleball courts, climbing wall, gymnastics area, childcare facility, 50+ Center for Active Adults, and more.
	Midland Community Tennis Center Michigan’s largest tennis facility with 32 tennis courts. The Midland Community Tennis Center has programs for all levels and ages. Home of 20 tennis tournament including a professional tennis tournament in February each year. Looking for an adventure – Play Tennis.
	Midland County Health Department Midland County Health Department will promote and protect the public's health through: Health Promotion, Disease Prevention and Protection of the Environment.
	MidMichigan Medical Center-Midland MidMichigan Medical Center-Midland is the flagship of the MidMichigan Health system. Since its start in 1944, the Medical Center in has established itself as a leader in providing state-of-the art health care. From cardiovascular and cancer care, to neurosciences and orthopedic rehabilitation, MidMichigan offers a lifetime of trusted care for residents of Midland County and beyond. Those who would like more information about our services, community outreach programs and screenings may visit us today.
	MSU Extension The needs and interests of Midland County residents are the driving force behind MSU Extension programs. Educational programming strives to improve nutrition and lifestyle choices from infancy through retirement. Community health and environmental issues are addressed. Research-based information regarding nutrition and health is available through materials and programming.
	Proactivity Fitness and Training Center Proactivity Fitness & Training Center puts FUN back into fitness with our family friendly facility. Kids 5-14 exercise for free (with a member.) Do you want to lose weight, get strong, improve your game or just get active? Then you need to see what Proactivity can do for you! Moms, Dads, Kids - The time is now. Make a commitment to yourself and your family's health! Let us help you to be your very best!
	Smitty's Iron Works Smitty's Iron Works brings you 8,000 square feet of total family fitness!   Our facility provides a complete cardiovascular center, machine-circuit weight training equipment, 10,000 lbs. of free weights, and Hammer Strength equipment.  Additional services include childcare, group exercise, personal training, and tanning.   We also have a pro-shop offering nutritional drinks and supplements.  We would love to assist you in all your fitness needs!

Need a Place for Your Employees to Exercise

Exercise is a key component in creating a healthier lifestyle.  If you would like to encourage physical activity among your employees, but do not have a gym or workout facility onsite, no worries.  You have many options.  There are a number of local facilities that will coordinate a membership plan for your employees.  In addition, there are many other activities in which your organization or business can participate that will encourage physical activity and build team unity.  The following organizations and businesses can assist you in finding a customized physical activity for your employees:

	Chippewa Nature Center  Chippewa Nature Center offers free admission to 15+ miles of trails, including the 3.5-mile paved Chippewa Trail, from dawn to dusk, 365 days a year.  Enjoy free admission to the Visitor Center and Ecosystem Gallery, located at 400 S. Badour Rd., 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. Monday - Friday, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Saturday and 1-5 p.m. Sunday and holidays.  CNC is a nonprofit organization that works to inspire people and institutions to protect the natural world.  Venture Out!
	City of Midland  The City of Midland prides itself on providing high-quality services, including top-notch parks and recreational opportunities.  From swimming to skating to golfing, skiing, ball and biking, Midland residents and visitors to our community enjoy our 72 city parks, world-class ball facilities and state-of-the-art Civic Arena facility -- just a few of the ways the City of Midland contributes to your healthy mind, body and living.
	Downtown Midland Downtown Midland is committed to providing a pedestrian-friendly environment, encouraging healthy communities and providing access to multiple recreational opportunities including the Gerstacker Sprayground, Trilogy Skate Park, trailheads of the Chippewa Trail and Pere Marquette Rail-Trail, bark park, and more!
	Hangtime Sports With EIGHT full size courts, Hangtime Sports is the Midwest's premiere location for basketball and volleyball camps, clinics, leagues and tournaments. Home to MidMichigan Medical Center Physical Therapy and Fitness Center.
	Midland Area Chamber of Commerce The mission of the Midland Area Chamber of Commerce includes fostering a "high-quality, livable community." In order to help achieve this goal, a healthy lifestyle is part of the equation. The Chamber is in support of these efforts, which in turn, help fulfill its mission.
	Midland Community Center The Midland Community Center is the leading local non-profit organization in providing affordable and quality recreational, social, and personal development opportunities for all individuals and families.  Our almost 200,000 square foot facility houses three gyms, three pools, a state-of-the-art fitness facility, racquetball/paddleball courts, climbing wall, gymnastics area, childcare facility, 50+ Center for Active Adults, and more.
	Midland Community Tennis Center Michigan’s largest tennis facility with 32 tennis courts. The Midland Community Tennis Center has programs for all levels and ages. Home of 20 tennis tournament including a professional tennis tournament in February each year. Looking for an adventure – Play Tennis.The mission of the Midland Community Tennis Center is to provide a satisfying and affordable, quality tennis experience to all members of the Mid-Michigan community.
	Midland Happenings Check out this community calendar to get the scoop on the many exciting events in the Midland area.
	MidMichigan Medical Center-Midland MidMichigan Medical Center-Midland is the flagship of the MidMichigan Health system. Since its start in 1944, the Medical Center in has established itself as a leader in providing state-of-the art health care. From cardiovascular and cancer care, to neurosciences and orthopedic rehabilitation, MidMichigan offers a lifetime of trusted care for residents of Midland County and beyond. Those who would like more information about our services, community outreach programs and screenings may visit us today.
	Proactivity Fitness and Training Center Proactivity Fitness & Training Center puts FUN back into fitness with our family friendly facility. Kids 5-14 exercise for free (with a member.) Do you want to lose weight, get strong, improve your game or just get active? Then you need to see what Proactivity can do for you! Moms, Dads, Kids - The time is now. Make a commitment to yourself and your family's health! Let us help you to be your very best!
	Smitty's Iron Works Smitty's Iron Works brings you 8,000 square feet of total family fitness!   Our facility provides a complete cardiovascular center, machine-circuit weight training equipment, 10,000 lbs. of free weights, and Hammer Strength equipment.  Additional services include childcare, group exercise, personal training, and tanning.   We also have a pro-shop offering nutritional drinks and supplements.  We would love to assist you in all your fitness needs!

Have a Monthly mi-Vibe Day 

The main goal of mi-Vibe is to build a greater awareness among the community when it comes to making healthier lifestyle choices. Building awareness begins with each individual taking ownership of of this initiative. Creating awareness among your employees could be as simple as have a monthly or quarterly mi-Vibe day. 

The Midland Area Community Foundation has incorporated a mi-Vibe luncheon once a month where employees take turns planning a healthy meal and activity for the group.  Whether it be enjoying a picnic at the Tridge and taking a 10-minute walk on the Chippewa Trail or having lunch at the office and bringing in a special speaker to talk about nutrition, there are many inexpensive ways in which the Foundation plans to build awareness among staff.  We encourage you to do the same.

There are many ways in which you can promote healthy living among your employees.  Whether it be incorporating a mid-afternoon 5-minute stretch break or allowing your employees to take a walk around the block on a sunny afternoon.  The possibilities are endless.  If you would like additional ideas on how you can create a healthy working environment and increase awareness, contact the Midland Area Community Foundation at 989-839-9661.