Javid is a teenager who found himself getting into trouble. At home, he was interested in football and basketball. However, conflicts at home withheld him from enjoying these things. After…
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A New Appreciation
Brian Gallagher’s roots run strong and deep in the Lansing area, and his relationship with Highfields started earlier than most. In fact, he jokes with Highfields’ CEO Brian Philson that…
Celebrating Black History
Last week, Highfields’ students and staff gathered in the dining room of our Onondaga campus to celebrate Black History Month. Highfields’ staff worked hard to prepare a delicious meal for…
A Common Understanding
In the summer of 2020, America was mourning the loss of George Floyd, a black man who was murdered by Minneapolis police officers. Among the outcry from the public, there…
Spreading Holiday Cheer
Highfields Annual Holiday Toy Drive wrapped up earlier this month, and we are excited to announce that it was a big success. We partnered up with WLNS Lansing and various…
A Calming Break
Students in Highfields’ Residential Treatment Program are provided incredible opportunities thanks to donors and community members. Most recently, the students have been enjoying a new Fine Art Therapy Program taught…
Family and Stability
On October 6th, Highfields staff, board members, and donors gathered at the Kellogg Center for our Strengthening Families Breakfast. Throughout the program we had several speakers, including two sets of…
A Great Respect
Robert Easterly and his wife, Talitha, moved to the Lansing area from Pullman, Washington. He first became involved with Highfields when he attended the Strengthening Families Breakfast a few years…
Finding a Root Cause
“Before Highfields I noticed my 8 year old daughter was becoming violent and defiant for seemingly no reason,” said Taneekia, former Highfields’ Community Services Outpatient client. “One day in particular,…
Continued Growth
“Without Highfields, I would have never been able to get through the Covid pandemic afloat,” said Tabatha, taking a deep breath. “When my family and I were sick with Covid,…