About Us
About Hearts and The Family
Hearts and the Family helps people living with heart disease and the people who love them navigate what comes next through education, lived experience, advocacy and hope.
My Story
Dr. Charles Michael Coleman began his educational journey with a Bachelor of Political Science from Western Illinois University, followed by a Master of Business Administration from the University of Indianapolis, culminating in a Doctor of Philosophy in Family Studies from Texas Woman’s University. While at TWU, Dr. Coleman completed a research study on African American Male Cardiac Peer Support Volunteers.
Dr. Coleman is a heart surgery survivor and cardiac patient advocate. He is an expert on issues related to heart disease and the impact it has on fathers and their families. Dr. Coleman is the founder of Hearts And The Family, a resource organization focused on effective family functioning for families challenged with heart disease. Additionally, as the founder of the Mike Coleman Group, Professor Coleman is dedicated to improving the professional, personal, and family lives of men and boys. Dr. Coleman is widely recognized as a subject matter expert on domestic violence, human trafficking, and human relations.