Be Healthy Berrien is a true community-wide collaboration, led by a dedicated Steering Committee of partner organizations. These partners have come together to build a shared vision to work together in building a healthier community. YMCA of Southwest Michigan is a founding member of the Be Healthy Berrien partnership, first as two separate organizations – Benton Harbor-St. Joseph YMCA and Niles-Buchanan YMCA – and now as one entity. Mark Weber, Chief Executive Officer at YMCA of … [Read more...] about Get to know our Steering Committee partners! YMCA of Southwest Michigan
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Visit Niles Riverfront Park for a beautiful autumn adventure!
Niles Riverfront Park, along the east side of the St. Joseph River from Wayne St. to Front St., is an escape to nature within the City of Niles. The park, nestled along the river, features a boat ramp, playground, skate park, amphitheater, and picnic shelters, tables and grills. Nearly 2 miles of the Indiana-Michigan River Valley Trail runs through the park, offering opportunities for walking, running, and biking. Several fitness stations along the trail make this the perfect … [Read more...] about Visit Niles Riverfront Park for a beautiful autumn adventure!
We want to hear from you!
We'd love to hear your input on the Indiana-Michigan River Valley Trail Expansion Project, even if you can't make it to our Community Open House. The Community Open House will be held on Wednesday, September 25, 4:30 pm-6:00 pm at the Berrien Springs Community Library. If you can't make it to the event, please give us your feedback via the online survey by Sunday, 9/29 at https://forms.gle/RbFFmeRkagePFV7n9**Thank you! … [Read more...] about We want to hear from you!
It’s National Farm Safety and Health Week
Agricultural professions are ranked among the most dangerous jobs in North America. It comes as no surprise when you think about the amount of machinery, chemicals, and physical labor associated with farm work. That is why the National Education Center for Agricultural Safety, and their partners spread awareness for farm safety every year through the National Farm Safety and Health Week. This year the motto of the week is “Shift Farm Safety into High Gear”, the week will feature daily themes and … [Read more...] about It’s National Farm Safety and Health Week
SEPTEMBER IS FRUITS & VEGGIES—MORE MATTERS® MONTH
Join Be Healthy Berrien to celebrate Fruits & Veggies—More Matters® Month and enjoy the benefits of eating plenty of fruits and veggies. Fruits & Veggies — More Matters® Month highlights the importance of healthy eating – a diet rich in a variety of colorful fruits and vegetables. Adding more fruits and veggies to your diet doesn’t have to be expensive — there are many low-cost (or not cost!) alternatives. Add chopped vegetables to pasta sauce, eat kale – cooked or … [Read more...] about SEPTEMBER IS FRUITS & VEGGIES—MORE MATTERS® MONTH
Creating Connections to Grow Success
Be Healthy Berrien is works with other organizations across the state to help learn, grow, and share what we do. In August of 2019, we spent a couple of busy days visiting with the YMCA of Greater Grand Rapids, who works on food access projects including healthy corner store transformations. We have received a tremendous amount of support and expertise from them as a funder for our Healthy Corner Store Initiative, and a partner in a Community Collaborative Learning Project. When people think … [Read more...] about Creating Connections to Grow Success