Welcome to B.Healthy
Since 2012, B.Healthy has been dedicated to fostering healthier communities in Barry County, Michigan, by advocating for policies and environmental changes that make better lifestyle choices available for everyone. Our mission is to ensure that the healthy choice is the easy choice. We focus on three key areas: built environments, food systems, and community outreach and communication.
- Built Environments: Creating spaces that promote health and well-being by improving infrastructure, accessibility, and opportunities for active living.
- Food Systems: Enhancing access to nutritious, locally sourced food through sustainable practices, education, and community partnerships.
- Community Outreach and Communication: Engaging and informing the community through education, resources, and collaborative initiatives to support healthier lifestyles.
We ensure safe walking zones, organize area walking groups, and provide trail maps like 30 Hikes in 30 Minutes.
We ensure safe walking zones, organize area walking groups, and provide trail maps like 30 Hikes in 30 Minutes.
We provide education on healthy habits, emphasizing the importance of drinking fresh water and enjoying nutritious meals to support a strong body and a healthy mind.
We work with local food banks, help establish farmers markets, and ensure access to fresh, healthy foods throughout Barry County.
Our work in food systems revolves around providing those in the Barry County with healthier food options in places where they work, learn, and play.
We create and support community gardens, offer garden planning assistance, work with local farmers, and share horticulture expertise to help residents grow fresh, nutritious food.