Welcome
At IMPART Alliance, we’re dedicated to transforming Michigan’s direct care workforce to meet the growing needs of our communities. A large and growing share of Michigan families rely on Direct Care Workers (DCWs) and we need a workforce that's prepared to meet the challenge and trained to deliver compassionate, high-quality care. Together, we’re helping create a future where every person receives the care they deserve, and every DCW is empowered to make a lasting impact.
Latest News
Pauline Wiggins: Inspiring the direct care workforce through education
With four years of experience, Pauline Wiggins, a Direct Care Worker (DCW) of Muskegon County, recently stepped into a new role as an MSU IMPART Alliance trainer after enrolling in her first training course in late 2023. A champion of person-centered care, Pauline sees her…
Featured Training
Direct Care Fundamentals – Level 1
Who Should Attend:
This FREE course is for individuals interested in starting a career in direct care work or those seeking to build on their caregiving experience with additional professional training. The 12-hour virtual course covers essential topics from professional ethics to emergency response. Students…
Did You Know?
190K
Direct Care Workers serving Michigan residents
36K
more Direct Care Workers needed in Michigan
8.2M
projected Direct Care Workers job openings nationally by 2028
Videos
Western Michigan Community Lab Partnership
As a result of the collaborative efforts of IMPART Alliance and the Area Agency on Aging of Western Michigan, a new direct care community training lab is in the making. The initiative aims to enhance the skills and confidence of direct care workers, ensuring high-quality…
Dr. Clare Luz Podcast
On this month’s podcast episode, we are joined by IMPART Alliance’s director, Clare Luz, Ph.D. Clare shares her journey from being a direct care worker until co-founding IMPART Alliance as well as exciting developments in the organization such as the mini-grant request for proposals and other achievements…
Caregiver Incentive Project
This video highlights the partnership between the Caregiver Incentive Project (CIP) and IMPART Alliance, united to strengthen Michigan's direct care network. Together, CIP and IMPART Alliance are addressing the state’s growing need for direct care workers by creating meaningful incentives, providing support, and career-building opportunities…
