Muskegon County residents are being invited to participate in an important new survey aimed at improving local health and wellness programs. Conducted by Access Health, this research study is designed to better understand what supports or stands in the way of people living healthy lives in the region.
What’s the Survey About?
This short, 6-minute survey focuses on factors that affect health beyond just medical care. It asks residents about:
- Employment and job stability
- Access to healthcare services
- Support from family, friends, and community
- Financial situations, sources of stress, and confidence in day-to-day life
By gathering input directly from Muskegon County residents, Access Health hopes to identify common challenges and opportunities to shape better programs and policies that meet real needs.
Voluntary and Anonymous
Participation is completely voluntary. Individuals can choose whether to answer any or all questions, and they can stop the survey at any point before submitting it.
Importantly, the survey is anonymous. No names or identifying information are collected. All answers are stored securely and can only be accessed by the project team. The responses will be used only to develop health and support programs in the county—not for future research or any other purposes.
Why Your Input Matters
While some of the questions touch on sensitive topics such as unemployment or financial strain, the goal is to better understand the real experiences of Muskegon County residents. Your answers can directly influence efforts to:
- Improve access to jobs and job training
- Expand health care coverage and services
- Strengthen community and mental health support
Access Health wants to hear from people of all walks of life—because lasting solutions start with real stories.
How to Take the Survey
To participate, you must:
- Be at least 18 years old
- Live in Muskegon County
- Agree to take the survey by checking a box confirming the above
The survey is brief, respectful of your time, and designed with your privacy in mind.
Click here to take the Community Life Survey: https://bit.ly/CommunityLifeMuskegon
Need Help or Have Questions?
For assistance with the survey, you can contact:
Allison Revell, Access Health
arevell@access-health.org
(231) 728-5180
If you have questions about your rights as a research participant, reach out to the Institutional Review Board at Michigan Public Health Institute (MPHI) at ORIC@MPHI.ORG.
Your voice matters. Help build a healthier Muskegon County—one answer at a time.
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