Patrick Scanlon is the new executive director of the Flint River Watershed Coalition. Scanlon, a wildlife biologist who strives to preserve Michigan’s natural resources and advocates for the importance of how our natural systems and communities connect, is excited to further protect, promote and improve the vibrant watershed in his lifelong home. He holds a Bachelor of Science in wildlife biology from the University of Michigan-Flint, and previously worked as the cooperative invasive species management area coordinator at the Genesee Conservation District where he provided invasive species education and outreach to four counties that intersect the Flint River watershed.
Aurora Sauceda, of Flint, has been appointed to the Hispanic/Latino Commission of Michigan by Gov. Gretchen Whitmer. Sauceda is the public health navigator program manager for Michigan United and a community coordinator for Latinos United for Flint. She earned her Bachelor of Arts in Secondary Education from the University of Michigan-Flint. Sauceda’s term expires Dec. 10, 2023. The Hispanic/Latino Commission advises the Governor, the Legislature and the office concerning the coordination and administration of state programs serving the Hispanic and Latino population.
Civil Air Patrol Major Roy Kauer of Millington was honored by the Federal Aviation Administration as the 2021 Flight Instructor of the Year for Michigan. Kauer was honored during a private ceremony at Bishop International Airport. The awards ceremony recognized Kauer as the local honoree for the East Michigan Flight Standards District Office and the State of Michigan honoree. The General Aviation Awards Program highlights aviation professionals for their contribution in aviation, education and flight safety. Kauer is a member of the Bishop Airport Senior Squadron, which he commanded from 2018 to 2021. He now serves the squadron as the professional development officer and squadron noncommissioned officer.
The City of Grand Blanc on March 3 is hosting a Site Showcase to share information about an investment opportunity in the Central Business District. The Michigan Economic Development Corp. recently released a Request for Developer Qualifications (RFQ) for the development of a highly visible commercial corner and adjacent lot at Reid Road and Saginaw Street. The opportunity includes two sites, totaling 0.66 acres.
The Site Showcase will be held from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Grand Blanc City Fire Department, 117 High St. Attendance at the event is encouraged but not mandatory for those seeking to submit a proposal. Local officials, planners and MEDC representatives will be on hand to discuss the project details. REGISTER NOW
Genisys Credit Union has been named a Top Workplace USA by Energage. This national distinction celebrates companies that make their states a better place to work by prioritizing a people-centered culture.
“We are incredibly proud & honored to receive this recognition because it embodies our purpose, Where You Come First, which is central to everything we do,” said Genisys President and CEO Jackie Buchanan. “We strive to create a culture and environment where employees can grow & succeed. When you create that space, it gives your employees a voice and creates intentionality in partnering for a positive impact to improve the well-being of our members & communities. These relationships with each other are at the heart of our culture and make Genisys a great place to work.”
Energage is an employee research and consulting firm who identifies the honorees based on employee surveys. The survey asks employees to judge their workplace on four culture topics: alignment, connection, coaching, and performance. It also looks at employee engagement, leadership, and benefits. Final rankings are based solely on employee survey feedback and employers are ranked among groups of similar size.
There are patients in the hospital who don’t have the traditional types of movements that are consistent with seizures. The harmful brain patterns related to non-convulsive seizure activity have no outward clinical signs and can only be diagnosed using EEG. With the new Rapid Response EEG system, clinicians have immediate access to critical information for triaging at-risk patients in just a few minutes and for on-going automatic monitoring and immediate feedback on treatment effectiveness.
“This new response program is vital in the intensive care unit and the emergency department,” said Dr. Alan Janssen, medical director of Emergency Medicine at Ascension Genesys Hospital. “The technology’s ease of use, reliability and timely response ensures the highest-quality standard of care for our patients.”
Rapid Response EEG was developed so that patients at risk of seizure can be triaged more quickly. The device consists of a simple headband, pocket-sized recorder with intuitive software, and an online portal for remote viewing. The software provides 24/7 EEG monitoring and instantaneous alert for brain patterns which allows the physician to assess response to treatment and optimize care, all in real-time.
“The Rapid Response EEG device is an essential tool to speed up the identification and treatment in acutely ill patients with seizures,” said Dr. Mouaz Sbei, Ascension Genesys neurologist and medical director for the stroke program. “This technology provides the opportunity to identify seizures in as little as five minutes in patients whose seizure status is unclear, instead of within hours such as with a conventional EEG. The sooner we can identify a patient’s status, the sooner we can start treatment. This time difference is critical, as research indicates that patients have a chance for a better outcome medically when treatment is administered in a timely manner.”
The Children’s Foundation, Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Flint and Mott Children’s Health Center on Feb. 15 announced the extension of their collaboration to bring an embedded mental health specialist to a new office at the Boys & Girls Club, 3701 N. Averill in Flint.
In June 2021, the three groups collaborated to open a new behavioral health office and place a resource at the Boys & Girls Club. The collaboration was funded by a grant from The Children’s Foundation and funds from Mott Children’s Health Center (MCHC). MCHC provided the behavioral health professional.
“We are delighted to work together to continue to support the behavioral health needs of teens in Genesee County directly at the Club,” said MCHC President and CEO Todd Wiseley, President and CEO.
“Locating our mental health specialist Ms. Haley at the Club has been a tremendous success, bringing a much-needed resource directly to our teens,” said Boys & Girls Club CEO Tauzzari Robinson.
Lawrence J. Burns, President and CEO of The Children’s Foundation said, “Children’s behavioral health continues to be a critical need across the state and the nation, and we are proud to continue to support the needs of children in Genesee County through renewal of this grant.”