Michigan building a better crisis continuum for mental health care
As mental health needs rise across Michigan, state officials, health care providers, and community organizations are focusing on expanding the continuum of care for people in crisis.
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Michigan’s community mental health agencies will do even more good work in 2025
Federal dollars, state initiatives, community partnerships, and a normalization of seeking and receiving behavioral health care have positioned Michigan’s community mental health agencies to do even more good work in 2025.
Rural mental health providers overcome stigma, rugged individualism, and distance to provide care
Here's how three Michigan community mental health agencies serving rural populations have found ways to meet their unique needs by developing innovative programs and effective outreach.
Michigan hospitals and community mental health agencies collaborate for whole-person care
With support from the Michigan Health and Hospital Association, many of Michigan’s hospitals and community mental health (CMH) agencies are collaborating to ensure all health care needs for patients are met.
Michigan’s CMHs work hard to ensure patient rights are understood and upheld
Michigan’s community mental health agencies are working to break down these barriers and encourage people to seek care confidently, knowing their rights will be respected.
20th ‘Walk a Mile in My Shoes’ rally promotes public mental health care
Community Mental Health Association of Michigan (CMHA) Walk a Mile in My Shoes Rally congregates advocates from across Michigan to support public behavioral health care.
LifeWays peer support and recovery staff inspire clients to ‘walk the walk’
LifeWays employs peer support specialists and recovery coaches for clients to work with throughout their recovery journeys.
Funding gap threatens care for Michiganders utilizing community mental health
Michigan’s community mental health agencies face deep revenue gaps this year — a projected $93 million.
Project Connect brings together Sanilac County residents and resources
Taking place 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Thursday, September 26 at the Sandusky Fairgrounds, Project Connect will share resources, services, food, health care access, and more with county residents in need.
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.
