“No-wrong-door” policy welcomes immigrants at Genesee Health System
Immigrants and refugees often face stressors that impact their mental health. Michigan’s community mental health agencies can help.
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Regional Health Collaboratives improving access to behavioral health services
Regional Health Collaboratives are a model for improving a region’s wellbeing and unnecessary medical costs through collaboration and systems change.
Community mental health agencies using EMDR to help Michiganders overcome trauma
EMDR is an evidence-based form of psychotherapy used to treat individuals with PTSD, traumatic memories, or other distressing life experiences.
Michigan’s community mental health providers serve the unhoused
Michigan’s community mental health providers are stepping in with innovative programs that support Michiganders experiencing both homelessness and mental illness.
Psychiatric residents and fellows fill gaps in rural Michigan mental health care
Psychiatry fellows and psychiatry residents are helping to fill the gaps in care experienced by rural Michiganders.
Community health workers bring mental health home
Across the state, community mental health agencies enlist CHWs to extend their reach. Washtenaw County Community Mental Health partners with Michigan Community Care (MiCC) in providing CHWs.
OnPoint’s new community mental health facility increases access to care
Located on a main road, OnPoint’s new facility is easily accessible with a focus on integrated care
Community Mental Health Association of Michigan study shows integrated care is growing
A recent study by the Center of Healthcare Integration and Innovation shows that integrated care in Michigan’s public mental health system has not only grown in the last six years but that the initiatives are diverse and available in rural, suburban, and urban committees.
Leaders overcoming stigma: Community mental health is for everyone.
Despite an increased awareness around symptoms and treatment options, a lot of stigma around seeking mental health care still exists. For leaders and professionals in esteemed positions and industries, this stigma can be even more difficult to overcome.
Michigan’s community mental health agencies take action to reduce stigma around getting care
During May, which is Mental Health Awareness Month, many Michigan CMHs are offering opportunities to take action to "stomp out stigma" that prevents Michiganders from seeking mental health care.
