Behavioral Health Homes: A transformative approach in Michigan
Behavioral health homes provide holistic care that addresses both the physical and mental health needs of individuals, ensuring a coordinated and patient-centered approach.
MI Mental Health
CCBHCs extend mental health care to more Michiganders despite challenges
Michigan was added to the country's list of certified community behavioral health clinic (CCBHC) demonstration states back in the summer of 2020, with 29 counties throughout the lower peninsula operating CCBHCs through their community mental health agencies.
Opioid health homes remove barriers to recovery
Opioid health homes provide a central point of contact where people living with opioid use disorder work with an interdisciplinary provider team to develop an individualized recovery care plan.
Connecting to mental health services is as simple as picking up a phone
For Michiganders who are looking for answers on mental health care or are having a mental health crisis, help is only a phone call away.
LifeWays takes a whole person-centered care approach to health care
LifeWays, a Community Mental Health Services Program and Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic (CCBHC) utilizes whole person-centered care for their patients in Jackson and Hillsdale counties. Person-centered care is integrated care served in a collaborative manner between patient and provider. Care is guided by the patients’ goals, preferences and values.
Community mental health agency a resource for autism services
OnPoint, a community mental health agency in Allegan County, provides services for autistic children and their parents.
Social Work Career Promotion Tool Kit shares benefits and pathways to rewarding careers
The toolkit is designed to enhance recruitment and promote social work career opportunities across the state. It includes sample language for websites, emails, and social media posts as well as recommended language for various professionals, including high school guidance counselors, college academic advisors, and behavioral health providers. There are also photographic materials for outreach usage.
Spring into action: Your ultimate guide to May events in Isabella County
Discover May’s must-attend events in Isabella County. From Mother’s Day celebrations to community fundraisers, explore a diverse lineup of activities throughout the month. Don’t miss out—click here to plan your May adventures!
Business symposium kicks off series of spring be nice. mental health events
The Mental Health Foundation of West Michigan and its be nice. program will host four spring mental health events this year.
Addressing the Gap: The need for increased mental health support for LGBTQ Michiganders
With all the positive work being done, the fact remains that 51% of LGBTQ Youth in Michigan are afraid to talk about their mental health with someone else.
