Access Health is a “community-based program” and works in partnership with the following community resources to best utilize programs that already exist and to enhance health care benefits to members. We partner with existing resources and create other programs to provide a comprehensive program.

Public Health-Muskegon:
209 E. Apple Ave., Muskegon, MI 49442

Flu Shots- Members may obtain a flu shot at no cost from the Public Health-Muskegon office (Muskegon Health Department) and Mercy Health Partners VNS Homecare & Hospice.  Access Health has made special arrangements with Public Health-Muskegon and VNS so that members can receive a flu shot at no charge. Flu shots are not a covered benefit if delivered by any other physician, clinic, hospital or any other medical provider. Also, only the shot, not the spray is covered. 

Click here for information about the Swine Flu in English and Spanish.

Breast and Cervical Cancer Screening Program- BCCSP is managed by the Muskegon County Health Department and open to women age 40 and older, subject to income and family size criteria. The eligibility requirements and benefits are set by the Muskegon County Health Department, not Access Health, Inc., and are subject to change at their discretion. BCCSP may cover clinical breast exams, diagnostic mammograms, pelvic exams, pap smears and certain diagnostic tests for women that qualify. If you qualify, you must participate in this program and are required to register annually by calling 231-724-1286.

Tobacco Free Series- The Muskegon County Health Department conducts the "Tobacco Free" series every month. This is a group tobacco cessation seminar conducted for four consecutive Tuesday evenings from 5:30 PM-7:00 PM. The seminar starts on the first Tuesday of each month and meets at the Health Department 209 E. Apple Ave., Muskegon, MI 49442. Periodically, this class meets at other times and locations. Access Health has provided a grant so that this program can be offered at no cost to Access Health members. Contact Ed at 231-724-1263 to register.

Muskegon Community Health Project (MCHP):
565 W. Western Ave., Muskegon MI 49440
231-672-3201

MI Child, Healthy Kids and MOMS Screening- All children and pregnant women are required to participate in screening to determine if they are eligible for Medicaid, MI Child and/or the Healthy Kids program. Call MCHP at (231) 728-3201 to complete the screening and provide Access Health with the determination. Other community members may be referred here.

Medication Assistance- MCHP provides name brand pharmaceutical assistance for residents without insurance coverage. Muskegon County residents, including Access Health members, may apply to determine eligibility. An onsite person can assist you and your physician with the pharmaceutical assistance applications. Contact MCHP to see if you qualify.

Smoke Free Restaurants- MCHP publishes the Muskegon County Smoke Free Restaurant and the Area Smoke Free Area Resource Guide. You may obtain a copy at www.mchp.org.

Behavioral Health- Behavior Health is coordinated by the Access Health, Health Administrator. You should contact Access Health 231-728-5180 x102 to determine the appropriate resources for you. We will work with you to identify any services available to you from Community Mental Health, Hackley Life Counseling,Catholic Charities, and any other available community-based services. These services may be available to you on a discounted or sliding fee scale basis if you meet the program’s criteria.

Assistance with Eye Exams and Glasses- The Muskegon Lions Club can assist members who may qualify for financial assistance for glasses. Call Access Health or Muskegon Community Health Project to obtain an application.

Discount Costs for Eye Exams and Glasses- Cornerstone Optometry provides discounts for eye exams and glasses. They are located at 2700 Baker, 3rd Floor, Muskegon Heights, MI 49444. (231) 733-5530. They are offering eye exams for $35.00 and single vision glasses for $51.00 and single lens bi-focals for $61.00.

CPR and/or First Aid Certification- Access Health in partnership with ProCPR offers a blended internet-based program for who need to have current CPR and/or First Aid and Blood Borne Pathogens certification for their employees. Access Health members receive a discount on the regular fee ($49.95) and pay $20.00 (Non-members $25.00). Access Health has a ProCPR facilitator on staff. The instructional and written test is online. The skills test is completed with the ProCPR facilitator at the Access Health office or at the business if there are 4 or more employees. ProCPR is recognized for nurses, preschool education staff, daycare staff, medical assistants, certified nursing assistants, first responders and others for licensure in Michigan. Contact Cheryl at Access Health for more information, c.schneider@access-health.org or 231-728-5180 x102. Print the ProCPR Flyer.

Habitat for Humanity- Offers housing opportunities for those who qualify.

Contact c.schneider@access-health.org if you know of a community health resource that might benefit our members.