MI Mental Health

“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.

“I'm a Chicago native. I live in the Battle Creek Shelter. I’m trying to be positive and encourage others,” Richard Evans, 62.
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. 

Dr. Kellen Stilwell conducts telepsychiatry sessions with rural Michigan children and adolescents.
Psychiatric residents and fellows fill gaps in rural Michigan mental health care

“I think through our united efforts, we've been able to do really good things.” Psychiatry fellows and psychiatry residents are helping to fill the gaps in care experienced by rural Michiganders.

The Community Mental Health Association of Michigan (CMHA) is the state association representing and advocating for Michigan’s public mental health system and those served by this system.
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.

Dale Robertson, president and CEO, Grand Rapids Public Museum.
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. 

The #wishyouknew aims to reduce stigma around getting help for mental health.
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.

Genesee Health System.
Genesee Health System earns “Top Workplace” award

Genesee Health System has earned the Energage 2023 Top Workplaces USA award. The award is made solely on the basis of employee feedback.

The front room of an adult foster home in Allegan.
Smaller does mean better for residents in adult foster care homes

OnPoint and Northern Lakes Community Mental Health share how adult foster care homes empower Michiganders with disabilities while enriching our communities.

Carter Kits.
Carter Kits help first responders take better care of patients with Autism Spectrum Disorder

Northern Michigan community mental health agencies are providing the Carter kits.

Check-in area of St. Clair Community Mental Health in Port Huron.
Michigan community mental health agencies recognize families’ role in treatment

“Our community mental health system really believes that the families are the best tools to help recovery and help ensure that people function at their highest level.” Robert Sheehan, executive director, Community Mental Health Association of Michigan.  

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