Healthy Communities

As a CCBHC, OnPoint offers services to all, regardless of income or insurance coverage

OnPoint is one of 34 Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinics in the state of Michigan.

Latest in Healthy Communities
Michael Williams, president and CEO of Orchards Children's Services, a child and family services agency with locations in Genesee, Macomb, Oakland, Washtenaw, and Wayne counties.
Michigan’s foster children face mental health challenges – but these agencies set them up to succeed

All foster children experience some form of trauma, but Michigan's child and family service agencies are working to provide the mental health services foster kids desperately need.

Negaunee native Rachael Grossman is captivating diners with her Italian cuisine at Strega Nonna.
Buono! Strega Nonna’s Italian fare enchants diners in Negaunee

With a love for snow and affection for her hometown, 34-year-old Rachael Grossman returned to her roots to open an Italian bar -- Strega Nonna. She's winning over foodies and visitors with her authentic cuisine and also creating a destination in Negaunee's downtown.

Anxiety, disliking school, having trouble focusing—these are just a few of the concerns kids have when they head back to school.
Summit Pointe equips students, families, and teachers for a mentally healthy back-to-school

Summit Pointe equips students, families, and teachers for a mentally healthy back-to-school transition.

Grand Haven resident Lesa Jordan with Sheyenne Cole, a counselor in Senior Resources of West Michigan's Behavioral Health at Home program.
Behavioral health at home helps Muskegon-area older adults improve quality of life

Multiple organizations in the Muskegon area are bringing trained counselors to the homes of older adults who face mobility or transportation challenges.

Easing the EMS staffing shortage in the U.P. and Michigan

The Michigan Center for Rural Health offers scholarships to train prospective emergency medical service paramedics across the state. The shortage of EMS staffing is especially acute in areas of rural Michigan. 

Sara Giles
Giles named board Superior Health Foundation board president

“Serving on the Superior Health Foundation board has opened my eyes to the varied health disparities experienced across the Upper Peninsula. Many of our residents are facing challenges and barriers when trying to access health care and vital resources such as food, housing and mental health services,” said Sara Giles, board president of the Superior Health Foundation.

Northern Lakes Community Mental Health Authority Grayling location.
Michigan’s rural CMHs work hard on improving access to mental health resources

MI Mental Health spoke with Northern Lakes Community Mental Health Chief Operations Officer Joanie Blamer and Sanilac County Community Mental Health CEO Wil Morris on addressing the mental health and wellness needs of rural communities.   

Big vision for a small village

This tiny village at the base of the Keweenaw Penisula wants to be a more welcoming destination. Ahmeek is at the beginning stages of a five-year recreation plan to improve the quality of life in the village for residents and visitors alike.

The passing of MI SB0227 would improve mental health care ofr Michigan's children.
Community mental health agencies want more options for helping Michigan’s children

Michigan's community mental health agencies address children’s mental health care but need legislative change to do it better.

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