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North Country CMH Announces CEO Retirement
North Country Community Mental Health (NCCMH) has announced the retirement of its Chief Executive Officer, Christine Gebhard, on July 1, 2022. Ms. Gebhard has been
The next board meeting will be held on October 20 in Petoskey.
The next board meeting we be held on Thursday, October 20, 2022 in the Board Room at 1420 Plaza Drive, Petoskey. This meeting is open
December Board Meeting Location Change
North Country Community Mental Health will hold its monthly board meeting on Thursday, December 16, 4PM at Stafford’s BayView Inn, 2011 Woodland Ave., Petoskey. NCCMH
November Board Meeting Time/Location Change
North Country Community Mental Health will hold its monthly board meeting on Thursday, November 18, 10AM at Stafford’s Perry Hotel, 100 Lewis Street, Petoskey. NCCMH
Regional Crisis Report Released
August 20, 2021 Findings and recommendations of an in-depth assessment of mental health crisis services in northern Michigan were presented to the public during a
Public Invited! Report Presented on Analysis of Behavioral Health Crisis Services – August 20, 2021
August 9, 2021 Findings and recommendations of an in-depth assessment of mental health crisis services in northern Michigan will be presented to the public during
Family Support Subsidy Eases Challenges
August 4, 2021 Did you know that Michigan has a program to help families who care for their children with severe disabilities at home? Many
Kalkaska Kiwanis Club Honors Frontline Workers with Hometown Heroes Award
Courtesy 9 and 10 News The coronavirus pandemic has been a source of stress for the last year. Now, a local organization is giving some
May is Mental Health Awareness Month!
North Country joins mental health organizations and advocacy groups across the country in shining a light on mental health awareness and promoting information, tools, and
Just When You Thought Life Was Ruff, North Country Critters Has The ‘Ultimutt’ Treats! – 9 & 10 News
April 27, 2021 Monika Zachara, Derrick Larr (Courtesy 9 & 10 News) Are you a dog mom or dad looking to spoil your little pup? Let me
North Country Community Mental Health launches free health, wellness app
April 27, 2021 North Country Community Mental Health (NCCMH) is providing a free mental health and wellness app to everyone in the community. Called myStrength,
Being a Teenager – Support Group for Teens
Being a teenager can be hard—and when a pandemic disrupts your normal routines, it can get a lot harder. You may feel disappointed, depressed, and
Petoskey Club Receives Grant from Charlevoix Community Foundation Hestia Woman’s Giving Circle
March 10, 2021 Members of the Petoskey Club were able to take part in clubhouse activities during the COVID-19 pandemic thanks to a $1,023.00 grant
PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE
North Country Community Mental Health is the public mental health agency serving the counties of Antrim, Charlevoix, Cheboygan, Emmet, Kalkaska and Otsego Counties. The agency
MiThrive Launch
Together, hospitals, health departments, and other community partners conduct community health needs assessment every three years across Northern Michigan. “MiThrive” collects statistics and gathers perspectives
Health & Wellness App Launched!
Personal support for you! Recharge, refresh and improve your mood with this proven health and wellness app provided to benefit the community by North Country
PhotoVoice: Life in the time of Coronavirus
Members of New Horizons Clubhouse and Petoskey Club recently came together in a ‘PhotoVoice’ discussion group about life during the coronavirus. They took photos and
Crisis System Survey Now Open: Your Opinion Matters!
Crisis System Survey Now Open: Your Opinion Matters! North Country Community Mental Health Authority (NCCMHA) and Northern Lakes Community Mental Health Authority (NLCMHA), in partnership
NCCMH Board Meeting – July 15, 2021
The North Country Community Mental Health Board meets on the 3rd Thursday of each month in the Boardroom at 1420 Plaza Dr. Petoskey MI. Any
Halloween Spooktacular: Fun Times for People with Disabilities!
Challenge Mountain and North Country Community Mental Health hosted a Halloween Drive-Thru Spooktacular for persons with disabilities on Friday, October 30. In partnership with Challenge
DOES YOUR BUSINESS NEED HELP?
North Country Community Mental Health employment programs increase access and opportunity to help businesses and workers. Northern Michigan businesses experiencing staffing shortages may connect with
NCCMH Board Meeting for November 19, 2020 to be Held by Zoom – Agenda
North Country Community Mental Health will hold its November 19, 2020 board meeting electronically with ZOOM technology due to the ongoing state of emergency. Board
Baselon Center Updates Voting Rights Guides, Highlighting Voter Rights for People with Disabilities
For more information, visit http://www.bazelon.org/our-work/voting/
NCCMH BOARD MEETING FOR OCTOBER 15, 2020 HAS BEEN CANCELLED
The North Country Community Mental Health Board meeting scheduled for Oct. 15, at 4pm has been canceled. The next meeting is scheduled for Nov. 19.
GET YOUR FLU VACCINE
Getting your flu vaccine is more important than ever this year. Flu vaccine helps to protect you and your loved ones from flu and can
DO IT FOR DANIEL DOCUMENTARY & DISCUSSION
Wednesday, September 30, North Country CMH hosted a virtual presentation of “Do It For Daniel” Do It For Daniel is a film that documents Daniel Olson’s
A perfect fit: Josh Sundmacher thriving at Beards Brewery
PETOSKEY — When the novel coronavirus pandemic forced the closure of many bars and restaurants from indoor dining service, it was felt by many. Josh
Clubhouse Programs of North Country Community Mental Health Reopening on July 13, 2020
July 10, 2020 North Country Community Mental Health (NCCMH) is reopening its two Clubhouse programs on July 13. The Clubhouse programs, Petoskey Club in Petoskey
Social Injustice in Health Care Access
June 23, 2020 By Christine Gebhard, Chief Executive Officer, North Country Community Mental Health I’ve given a lot of thought lately to the ideal of
North Country Community Mental Health Reopening Offices June 15
June 10, 2020 North Country Community Mental Health (NCCMH) is reopening its offices for services on Monday, June 15 after weeks of serving people primarily