ISK warmly congratulates our CEO, Jeff Patton, who was recognized recently for his more than 40-year career of public mental health service and innovation by NAMI Michigan and New Oakland Family Centers. Jeff received the first annual I. B. Sendi Lifetime Achievement Award at the 2021 NAMI Michigan Honors gala banquet in Midland, Michigan. The…
DetailsOur next virtual Board Meeting is Monday, Sept. 27, from 4 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. You can join this month’s Budget Public Hearing remotely via Microsoft Teams at +1 616-272-5624, United States/Conference ID: 338 689 03# (Once you’ve joined the meeting, please disable your camera.) Click here for the meeting agenda and board packet. Visit…
DetailsAfter 30 years of dedication to collaborative delivery of evidence-supported mental health and substance use disorder treatments that foster hope and wellness, it has been decided that InterAct of Michigan will transition its Kalamazoo programs and services to Integrated Services of Kalamazoo by October 1, 2021. During the current and past year, InterAct experienced a…
DetailsThe Mental Health Association in Michigan is asking people – including children, youth, and parents – who have lived experience with mental health conditions to fill out a short survey by Sept. 7. The survey is about integrated physical and mental healthcare. It’s confidential, and the findings will be used to influence mental health public…
DetailsPlease mask and distance inside ISK FOR YOUR SAFETY As Kalamazoo County is now classified at a *HIGH* Community Transmission Level (as of Aug. 12), we’re asking all employees and visitors, whether vaccinated or not, to wear masks indoors and maintain a distance of 6 feet from others. Masks will be offered to those without…
DetailsOur next virtual Board Meeting is Monday, Aug. 23, from 4 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. You can join remotely via Microsoft Teams at +1 616-272-5624, United States/Conference ID: 338 689 03# (Once you’ve joined the meeting, please disable your camera.) ISK welcomes and encourages input and questions on any board business. To communicate with the…
Details“Thank you for sharing your story with others with disabilities so they will feel empowered to make a difference in their communities as you have done. You are an amazing role model to many Michiganders.” –U.S. Senator Gary Peters of Michigan Congratulations, Sarah! ISK board member and disability advocate Sarah Carmany wins national Champions of…
DetailsFREE Adult & Youth MHFA Classes at Gryphon Place! Classes are in-person and run from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Lunch is provided. For more information about ISK’s Mental Health First Aid training, click here. REGISTRATION • Sept. 13 ADULT CLASS: Click HERE • Sept. 15 YOUTH CLASS: Click HERE I believe every single person…
DetailsMasks encouraged but not required MASKS + DISTANCING Based on current OSHA Emergency Temporary Standards, there is no longer a requirement to wear masks or social distance at ISK, as of June 28, 2021. Clients will not be refused service if they choose to not wear a mask. However, we strongly encourage masks and social…
DetailsNormally, the Integrated Services of Kalamazoo Board of Directors would conduct an Annual Public Hearing at their June meeting. However, due to the COVID-19 Emergency Rules issued by MIOSHA through October 14, 2021, we’ve had to cancel this event. The public hearing must be held indoors due to the sound and technology needs. We work…
Details
