CCBHCs continue to expand access to care, alleviate workforce challenges and strengthen the crisis care system. Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinics (CCBHCs) offer access to mental health services much faster than the national average wait time and provide access to certain forms of substance use disorder treatment at vastly higher rates than non-CCBHCs, according to…
The ISK Housing Team received the 2022 Anne Wend Lipsey Food Security and Justice Award at Kalamazoo Loaves & Fishes‘ 40th anniversary and recognition event on Sept. 22, 2022. The honor was awarded in appreciation of the Housing Team’s “outstanding efforts to engage our community in the fight to end hunger.” “We have great, committed,…
Are you a person receiving Medicaid services through a community mental health (CMH) service provider? The State is deciding how to move forward with Conflict-Free Access and Planning (CFAP), and your feedback will be given to the decision-makers to help determine the best option to limit conflict. Join one of two sessions to help shape…
“This Center will be equipped with 24 hours/seven days a week mental health and substance use specialty supports and services … to more appropriately address crisis needs in community-based settings that are less restrictive than other settings.” ISK CEO Jeff Patton ISK held a groundbreaking ceremony on Wed., Oct. 5, 2022 for our new Behavioral…
Board Meeting on Monday, Sept. 26 is our FY2022/23 Budget Public Hearing ISK’s next Board Meeting and Budge Public Hearing will be held Sept. 26 at 610 South Burdick Street, Kalamazoo, Michigan (2nd Floor Board Conference Room) from 4:00pm-6:30pm. Links to materials: Board Packet, FY2023 Budget, FY2023 Budget Table of Contents & Narrative Please visit our Board of Directors…
Congratulations to ISK’s supported employment program, Action Employment Services (AES)! AES uses the Individual Placement and Supports (IPS) model for individuals 16 and up who have been diagnosed with a serious mental illness. Through IPS, staff help participants secure competitive, integrated employment with an employer who is a good match for their individual skills, strengths,…
Our next Board Meeting is Mon., August 22, 2022, from 4 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. ISK’s next Board Meeting will be held Aug. 22 at 610 South Burdick Street, Kalamazoo, Michigan (2nd Floor Board Conference Room) from 4:00pm-6:30pm. To view the official notice, click here. Please visit our Board of Directors page to access more…
Dial 988 for the National Suicide & Crisis Lifeline 988 goes live across the country on July 16! The National Suicide & Crisis Lifeline number is being shortened to three digits to make it easier to remember – and to reduce the stigma around mental health. In 2020, one person died by suicide every 11…
Looking for a fulfilling career? Join us! Are you passionate about working in a collaborative environment? Do you want to make a difference and empower individuals to succeed in the Kalamazoo community? We have opportunities for you! Click HERE to see all our openings. CLINICAL/DIRECT CARE OPPORTUNITIES • Mental Health Therapist – DBT •…
Please note the change of date! Our next Board Meeting is Mon., August 1, 2022, from 4 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. The Board of Directors has moved their monthly meeting from Monday, July 25 to Monday, August 1. The meeting will be held at 610 South Burdick Street, Kalamazoo, Michigan (2nd Floor Board Conference Room)…