ACMH
Phone: 517 372-4016
Parent Line: (888) ACMH-KID (226-4543)
** The deadline for applications has been extended to September 29th so apply today!
ACMH is seeking applications for 2 positions in Shiawassee County including:
A part-time Youth Peer Support Specialist Shiawassee YPSS Job Posting Final
A part-time Parent Support Partner Shiawassee PSP Job Posting Final
Download the job descriptions above to learn more or apply today!
ACMH is pleased to share a link to the Children’s Mental Health Network Friday Update. The Children’s Mental Health Network is a national network bringing together the voices of children’s mental health.
Each Friday Update brings the latest news in children’s mental health, a Morning Zen Blog post and featured resources of interest to families and professionals alike.
Click here to read the July 28th Friday Update. You can also subscribe to receive the Children’s Mental Health Network directly in your inbox each week.
Enjoy the read!
The Family Center for Children and Youth with Special Health Care Needs (Family Center) and the Michigan Family to Family Health Information Center (Family to Family) are looking for individuals to serve on our Family Leadership Network (FLN).
In recognition of the importance of family involvement, the FLN was created out of the common need to obtain diverse perspectives from families and receive input on programs and special projects. Family perspectives are highly valued and contribute to a better understanding of experiences with healthcare and other systems in Michigan.
They are looking for individuals who have personal experience as a parent, guardian or caregiver of a child or young adult (up to age 26) with a disability or other special needs; or be a youth (18 or older) with a disability or other special needs. We are seeking two members from each of the Michigan Prosperity Regions. Please review the attached documents if you are interested in volunteering on the FLN.
Download the FLN the Information Packet here:FLN Information Packet
Download the FLN Application here: Family Leadership Network Application Form
If you would like to apply, please complete the application and return it as instructed by July 28, 2017. After the initial deadline, applications will be accepted on a continuous basis. If you are unable to participate at this time but feel you know another parent or youth who might like to join, please feel free to send this information to them.
Please contact Lisa Huckleberry at 517-335-0407 or huckleberryl@michigan.gov or me with any questions.
Thank you,
Kristen Hawkins
Parent Coordinator
Michigan Public Health Institute
khawkins@mphi.org
(517) 324-7396
ACMH Youth Advisory Application Overview
Statewide Youth Advisory Committee Application-fillable
Steps to Become a Youth Advisory Committee Member
Parents Partnering for Change, a training of the Parent Leadership in State Government Initiative training, is starting recruiting for their next two trainings which will be held in:
What is Parent Leadership Training?
The Parent Leadership in State Government (PLISG) initiative offers the Parents Partnering for Change training curriculum. The curriculum trains Michigan parents to use their voice to impact program planning and policy development on local, regional, and state boards and other decision-making bodies.
Training topics include:
Who can apply for the training?
Any parent or caregiver in Michigan who has a child aged birth to 18, who has received public services in Michigan. Priority will be given to those closest to the training site.
Is there a cost for the training?
There is no cost to parents to attend. Parents receive mileage reimbursement, a stipend ($200) for their time, and meals during the training. Hotel may be covered based on travel distance.
How long is the training?
The training is from 8:30 am to 4:00 pm for two days.
Parents must attend both days.
When & Where is it located?
Is there childcare available? No, however the project provides reimbursement for childcare needed while at training (up to $50 per day).
Have you ever wanted to use your voice to make a difference? This training teaches you how to get involved in advisory boards or committees. You will learn alongside other parents in this informative and interactive training. The goal of this training is to provide you with new knowledge and skills, as well as to help inspire and motivate you to get involved!
If you have questions please contact:
Michelle Sneathen @ 517-709-8260. msneathe@mphi.org
Parent Leadership in State Government is a joint initiative between: MI Department of Health and Human Services MI Department of Education Children’s Trust Fund
To view the Advocate Group’s commentary click here to download: Commentary_298_March_’17 The group which includes the Association for Children’s Mental Health; The Arc Michigan; Epilepsy Foundation of Michigan; Mental Health Association in Michigan; Michigan Developmental Disabilities Council; Michigan Protection & Advocacy Service; National Alliance on Mental Illness – Michigan; United Cerebral Palsy (UCP) of Detroit; and the United Cerebral Palsy (UCP) of Michigan continues to have concerns about the process going forward and the continued push for Medicaid Health Plans driven pilots.
Michigan Department of Health and Human Services submitted the Section 298 Final Report to the Michigan legislature today. The final version is available for download below. The 42 model proposals were also submitted.
MDHHS would like to thank the hundreds of Michiganders who participated in statewide discussions as part of the Section 298 Initiative. MDHHS and the 298 Facilitation Workgroup used your comments and feedback as part of developing the final report, which will help guide upcoming legislative discussions on the coordination of physical health and behavioral health services. MDHHS will continue to engage stakeholders throughout the upcoming discussion.
Final Report of the 298 Facilitation Workgroup
Section 298 All Model Proposals
For more information about Section 298 click here to view archived posts.
MDHHS recently reported that Steve Yager has announced he will be retiring from state service at the end of April. Steve has served as an outstanding Executive Director of the Children’s Services Agency and has led an outstanding team to protect the safety and well-being of vulnerable children in Michigan.
Today Director Lyon announced the appointment of Dr. Herman McCall to be the next Executive Director of the Children’s Services Agency at MDHHS. Dr. McCall has been a key member of our team as Director of Juvenile Justice Programs and brings tremendous expertise and dedication to this role.
Dr. McCall will begin working alongside Steve effective Monday, February 27, to provide for a smooth transition upon his retirement April 28.
Please see the press release for additional details. Press Release New Children’s Services Director
Families USA has put together a user-friendly fact sheet that highlights many of the important issues that may go along with ACA Replacement.
You can download the document here familiesusa.org-Republicans ACA Replacement Proposals Fall Short of Providing the Protections and Care People Current (1)
The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services is seeking public feedback on the financing of Michigan’s efforts to better coordinate physical, mental health services
The public can provide feedback beginning today on draft financing models for the statewide effort to improve coordination of physical and behavioral health services.
The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services has posted on its website a survey that gives stakeholders a chance to play a role in determining financing for the initiative, which is known as Section 298.
To link directly to MDHHS’s press release click here.
To link the Section 298 Stakeholder page and find a link to the survey click here.
