Community Health Awareness Group

05/28/2026

Pride Season is definitely heating up, and The Gentleman’s Network ()is sparking the flame by highlighting upcoming events guaranteed to keep this Summer of Pride HOT.

From community gatherings to powerful celebrations, the energy is building all season long, including Detroit Black LGBT+ Pride, Hotter Than July, taking place Thursday, July 23 through Sunday, July 26.

For more information on Hotter Than July, visit hotterthanjuly.org

For more details on engaging programming from The Gentleman’s Network, visit tgndetroit.org

05/28/2026

Congratulations to our graduating seniors!

Project YOUR was proud to recognize our graduating seniors by presenting them with graduation cords in honor of their hard work, leadership, and commitment to community impact.

These cords represent more than graduation — they represent dedication, growth, peer leadership, and the important role our youth have played in overdose prevention education, HIV/PrEP awareness, and outreach in our community.

We are so proud of each of them and excited to see all the amazing things they will do next. Keep leading, keep learning, and keep making a difference!

Congratulations, graduates!

05/09/2026

This evening was incredible! We love our work and the community we serve. It’s a pleasure to be of service.

05/08/2026

We’ve got you covered. Free Over-the-Counter Family Planning Kits are available to help you stay informed and protected. Call 313-876-4319 to receive one today

05/05/2026

May is Mental Health Awareness Month, a time to recognize the importance of emotional wellness, reduce stigma, and remind our community that mental health is health.

At Community Health Awareness Group (CHAG), we understand that mental wellness is connected to every part of a person’s life, including physical health, housing, safety, substance use prevention, HIV/STI prevention, and access to supportive care. No one should have to struggle in silence.

This month, we encourage everyone to check in on themselves, reach out to loved ones, and seek support when needed. Whether you are dealing with stress, grief, anxiety, depression, trauma, substance use, or simply feeling overwhelmed, help is available and healing is possible.

CHAG remains committed to providing compassionate, community-centered education, prevention services, referrals, and support that meet people where they are.

You are not alone. Your mental health matters. Your healing matters.

03/02/2026

02/07/2026

Today, we honor National Black HIV/AIDS Awareness Day, a day dedicated to raising awareness about HIV prevention, testing, treatment, and ending stigma in Black communities.

For 40 years, Community Health Awareness Group (CHAG) has remained committed to this mission, providing education, advocacy, prevention services, and compassionate care services while centering equity and community wellness.

As we reflect on the importance of this day, we are also proud to celebrate 40 years of resilience, service, and impact in Detroit and beyond.

SAVE THE DATE!
Join us as we celebrate CHAG’s 40th Anniversary
Cruising into 40 Years: Sneaker Chic
Ovation Yacht- Detroit
8.22.26

Anchored in Hope. Rooted in Community. Strong for 40 Years. Opportunities to sponsor and more are available! Tickets will be available for purchase soon!

02/03/2026

We are incredibly proud to celebrate the completion of our 2nd Co- Hort of Project YOUR (Youth Understanding Overdose Risks) 6-week training!

Over the past six weeks, our youth participants showed up with curiosity, courage, and commitment, gaining critical knowledge and real-life skills to help protect themselves and their communities.

Throughout the training, participants were equipped with education on: 1. Overdose recognition, response, and prevention 2. Harm-reduction strategies, including naloxone awareness 3. HIV 101 and PrEP education 4. Peer support, leadership, and advocacy skills

These young leaders are now prepared to share what they’ve learned, reduce stigma, and be powerful voices for health, safety, and compassion among their peers.

Thank you to our youth, facilitators, and community partners for making this cohort such a success. This is how we build safer, healthier futures together.

01/29/2026

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01/23/2026

The Team at Community Health Awareness Group is hoping everyone is safe and staying warm during this extremely cold January. ❄️

Harsh weather is here and there’s more on the horizon. Please check in on your neighbors & loved ones— with that in mind, please find resources and other materials for you to share.

Here are some resources for warming centers throughout the city of Detroit, Wayne, Macomb, and Oakland Counties.

Wayne:

https://www.waynecountymi.gov/Government/Departments/Homeland-Security-Emergency-Management/Homeland-Security/Warming-Cooling-Centers

Macomb:

https://www.macombgov.org/departments/macomb-community-action/warmingcooling-centers

Oakland:

https://www.oakgov.com/community/emergency-management/need-to-know/safety/warming-and-cooling-centers

Power Outage Safety:

https://www.redcross.org/get-help/how-to-prepare-for-emergencies/types-of-emergencies/power-outage.html

Preventing Frozen Pipes:

https://www.oakgov.com/community/emergency-management/need-to-know/safety/preventing-frozen-pipes

Need Utility Assistance, You May Qualify for These Programs:

Michigan Energy Assistance Program (MEAP):

https://www.michigan.gov/mpsc/consumer/energy-assistance

State Emergency Relief (SER):

https://www.michigan.gov/en/mdhhs/assistance-programs/emergency-relief/overview/ser

Apply for State Emergency Relief & Michigan Energy Assistance Prorgam here:

https://newmibridges.michigan.gov/s/isd-landing-page?language=en_US

Weatherization Assistance Program:

https://www.michigan.gov/en/mdhhs/faq/weatherization/what-is-the-weatherization-assistance-program-wap

Contact Your Local Weatherization Operator to Start the Application Process here:

https://www.michigan.gov/helpinghand/housing/weatherization/state-map-of-weatherization-operators

Finally, Call 2-1-1 or visit mi211.org to learn about agencies in your county that can help you with your utility bill.