Tuscola Behavioral Health Systems, Clinical Programs 1332 Prospect Avenue, Caro, MI (2025)

11/20/2025

JOIN OUR TEAM: TBHS is announcing a full-time Home - Based Assistant/Case Manager/Wraparound Coordinator position. This position offers a sign-on bonus of $2,000.00 - (if eligible, first payment at 6 months, second payment at 12 months). Interested candidates are invited to review the comprehensive benefits package and submit their applications online at www.tbhsonline.com.

11/13/2025

A Message from the Community Mental Health Association of Michigan

ACTION ALERT: MDHHS RFP Raises Legal Concerns — Demand Withdrawal Now

Now more than ever before, voices need to be raised in support of services to persons with mental health, developmental/intellectual disabilities and substance use disorders. Please take a few minutes to reach out to your legislators and tell them how the decisions they make impact your local community.

On August 4, 2025, the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) released a Request for Proposals (RFP) to competitively bid the state’s public mental health managed care system. The submission deadline was October 13, 2025 and MDHHS fully intends to award bids by mid-December. The Community Mental Health Association of Michigan (CMHA) and its members remain deeply committed to improving Michigan’s public behavioral health system. We support meaningful reforms that enhance access and quality of care; however, the current procurement approach introduces serious risks without addressing the system’s core challenges.

Following Judge Christopher Yates’ October 9 hearing and October 14, 2025 rulings, the Court confirmed that while MDHHS may pursue competitive bidding, it cannot use the RFP process to alter or override the Michigan Mental Health Code or strip Community Mental Health Service Programs (CMHSPs) of their statutory duties. This ruling underscores that any system redesign must occur within the framework of state law—and with legislative oversight.

REQUEST FOR ACTION: We urge you to contact your House and Senate members, the Governor, and the Lieutenant Governor to express concern about MDHHS’s RFP process and to request the following actions:

1. Immediate pause of all bid evaluations and awards until unresolved legal issues are fully addressed. A court hearing is scheduled for December 8 to determine whether the RFP may proceed. Despite these unresolved issues, MDHHS is acting as though no legal barriers exist.
2. Withdrawal or substantial amendment of the current RFP to ensure compliance with the Mental Health Code and to include meaningful CMHSP and PIHP participation.
3. Legislative action to amend the Mental Health Code to clearly define the process MDHHS must follow for any future PIHP restructuring, ensuring that the Legislature is an active participant in approving major system changes.
4. Commitment to true reform focused on funding adequacy, workforce expansion, administrative efficiency, and local accountability—without privatizing Michigan’s public mental health system.
Other states that have pursued similar restructuring have experienced higher costs, workforce losses, fragmented services, and diminished access for those most in need. Michigan must not repeat those mistakes.

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We also need you to ask that the members of community make those same contacts – SIMPLY FORWARD THIS EMAIL TO THEM.

11/13/2025

Sharing some community information this morning! 🍽️
•This Saturday November 15th Welcome Home Ministries will be hosting another food distribution located at Spring of Life Community Church in downtown Mayville.
•Doors will open at noon. They will start with a program at 1:00pm followed by dinner and the distribution from 1:30pm to 3:00pm

6080 Fulton St
Mayville, MI 48744
Next to the library

11/12/2025

TBHS Phone Maintenance is scheduled to take place on Thursday, November 13, 2025, from midnight to 6:00 am. To reach TBHS Emergency Services during this timeframe, please call Bay Behavioral Health at 989.895.2300 or 911.

11/10/2025

Press Release from MDHHS - emailed at 3:12 pm, November 10, 2025 .

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Nov. 10, 2025
MDHHS directs SNAP vendor to resume issuing full payments for November

LANSING, Mich. – The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) has directed its Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) EBT vendor to once again begin issuing full SNAP benefits to Michigan SNAP recipients.
SNAP recipients who normally receive their benefits on the ninth of the month should receive their full SNAP allotment within 48 hours. All other SNAP recipients should receive full benefit payments on their normally scheduled date. Those who receive monthly benefits on the third, fifth and seventh of the month previously received their benefits last week.
“We are glad to be able to provide assistance to Michigan families to help them put food on the table,” said Elizabeth Hertel, MDHHS director. “The uncertainty, confusion, and frustration caused by the USDA’s request to block SNAP payments for the more than one million Michigan residents who rely on food assistance has been unfair, and in Michigan, we will continue to do everything we can to help those affected.”
SNAP recipients are encouraged to reach out to their local MDHHS office with any questions regarding SNAP benefits or can check MI Bridges for updates.
To help feed families amid the federal government shutdown, Governor Whitmer recently announced the State of Michigan is providing $4.5 million to the Food Bank Council of Michigan. This critical funding will help feed Michigan residents in all 83 counties and provide food delivery to those who can’t drive to their local food bank.
Whitmer also recently led a group of governors in a letter calling on the Trump Administration to prevent disruption to SNAP during the federal government shutdown.
Additionally, the Executive Office of the Governor and state departments have helped Michigan residents feed their families by:
• Continuing Double Up Food Bucks, a program that gives Michigan families money to purchase groceries, including fresh fruits and vegetables.
• Supporting Hunters Feeding Families, a program that helps Michiganders get venison or other fresh game to feed their families.
• Continuing to feed all 1.4 million public school students free breakfast and lunch.
To find additional resources:
• Dial 2-1-1 or visit www.mi211.org for free, confidential assistance and referrals to local food programs and support services.
• Visit the Food Bank Council of Michigan to locate nearby food banks and learn about additional hunger relief efforts.
• Call the Double Up Food Bucks program hotline at 866-586-2796, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday. Until Wednesday, Dec. 31, the program, which matches SNAP purchases of fruits and vegetables, will expand access so families can build up savings on their Double Up cards. Find a participating location near you: DoubleUpFoodBucks.org/find-a-location.
SNAP in Michigan
In FY 2024, the average SNAP household in Michigan received $335.03 in SNAP benefits per month, which is about $173 per person per month or $5.68 per person per day. Households with very low incomes receive more SNAP benefits than households closer to the poverty line because they need more help affording nutritious food.
• 492,225 children benefit from SNAP.
• 38,513 veterans participating in SNAP.
• 36% SNAP households have older adults.
• 43% SNAP households have children.
• 51% households have a person with a disability.
• 78% of SNAP households include someone with earned income.
In Michigan, more than 9,700 retailers accept SNAP. In 2023, retailers redeemed over $3.6 billion in SNAP.
To be eligible for SNAP in Michigan, applicants must be a U.S. citizen (or acceptable non-citizen status) and must live in Michigan. Eligibility is based on the financial situation of all members of a household. Everyone who lives together, purchases and prepares food together is considered a member of the same household group. In order to determine if a household is eligible for SNAP, MDHHS will review a household’s expenses, assets and income. Expenses include rent, mortgage, utility bills, child support and dependent care expenses. For individuals with a disability or who are at least 60 years old, medical care, medical supplies and health insurance premiums may be included as an expense.
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11/10/2025

News Release: Michigan State Police Encourage Residents to Prepare for Winter
For Immediate Release: November 10, 2025

LANSING, MICH. As winter approaches, Gov. Gretchen Whitmer has declared Nov. 9-15 as Winter Hazards Awareness Week. The Michigan State Police, Emergency Management and Homeland Security Division (MSP/EMHSD) urges Michiganders to take steps now to prepare for winter emergencies to stay safe in the months ahead.
“The winter season is unpredictable,” said Capt. Kevin Sweeney, deputy state director of Emergency Management and commander of the MSP/EMHSD. “We encourage everyone to prepare your home, vehicle, and family safety plan. Taking steps now gives you the best chance to stay safe when extreme cold, ice, and snow arrive. It’s not a matter of if, but when.”
Severe winter weather poses health and safety risks, from extreme cold and freezing pipes to potential propane shortages and power outages. To be ready for winter, MSP/EMHSD recommends these key steps:
Preparing Your Home for Winter:
Weatherproof your home by installing weather-stripping, caulking, and insulation to walls, doors, and windows.
• Insulate water lines along exterior walls to reduce the risk of frozen pipes.
• Lock in a propane rate now and have a backup heating plan, such as a generator, wood stove, or fireplace.
• Have a professional inspect your gas or oil furnaces and replace the air filter.
• Schedule a fireplace and chimney inspection; contact your local fire department for a referral or look for a local inspector online.
• Install battery-operated carbon monoxide (CO) detectors near all sleeping areas. CO poisoning risks increase when furnaces are in use and during power outages, when people often use portable generators.
• Clean gutters to prevent ice dams that can lead to interior damage, and clear storm drains to avoid basement flooding.
• Keep an emergency kit in your home with water, non-perishable food, a first aid kit, extra batteries, a hand-crank or battery-powered radio, emergency lighting, flashlights, blankets, and warm clothing.
Preparing Your Vehicle for Winter:
Service your radiator system, replace windshield wipers, and use winter-grade wiper fluid.
• Replace worn tires and check tire pressure regularly.
• Have your brakes, brake fluid, oil, battery, heater, and exhaust inspected.
• Store an emergency kit in your vehicle with items like batteries, a hand-crank or battery-powered radio, flashlight, scraper, jumper cables, mobile charger, shovel, blankets, first aid kit, non-perishable food, and bottled water in case you get stranded.
For more information on preparing for winter hazards, visit www.michigan.gov/miready or follow MSP/EMHSD on Facebook and X.
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The Michigan State Police, Emergency Management and Homeland Security Division is responsible for coordinating state and federal resources to assist local government in response and relief activities in the event of an emergency or disaster, as well as coordinating homeland security initiatives and various federal grants.

11/07/2025

TBHS is announcing a part-time Rehabilitation Technician position opening - 20 hours per week. May occasionally work weekends and evenings. Interested candidates are invited to review the full job description and submit their applications online at www.tbhsonline.com.

11/06/2025

Pop Up Pantries, according to the Eastern Michigan Foodbank calendar

scheduled for Monday, December 1, 2025, 11:00 am -12:00 pm
Vassar Eagles -651 State Rd., Vassar

scheduled for Friday, December 5, 2025 4:30 pm to 5:30 pm at the First Baptist Church in Caro - 1535 W. Gilford Rd.

scheduled for Saturday, December 6, 2025 10:00 am to 11:00 am Pigeon River Church -7120 Geiger Rd., Pigeon

11/06/2025

MDHHS PRESS RELEASE
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Nov. 5, 2025

USDA ordered to issue partial November SNAP benefits
Partial benefits of approximately 50% to begin Saturday, Nov. 8
LANSING, Mich. – On Tuesday, Nov. 4, the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) received communication from the U.S. Department of Agriculture Food and Nutrition Service (FNS) indicating that FNS will reduce the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) maximum allotments to approximately 50% of the SNAP recipients’ benefit payments for the month of November. SNAP recipients who normally receive their benefits on the third, fifth or seventh of the month will receive their partial SNAP allotment Saturday, Nov. 8. All other SNAP recipients will receive partial benefits on their normally scheduled date.
As a result, MDHHS will begin to issue partial SNAP benefits to recipients Saturday, Nov. 8. MDHHS is told this is due to limited availability of federal funds as a result of the federal government shutdown.
The funding for the partial November benefits will come from SNAP contingency funds, which will cover about half of the $9.2 billion that monthly SNAP benefit costs nationally. FNS had previously directed MDHHS to hold November SNAP issuance and ongoing benefits until further notice due to the federal government shutdown. New SNAP applications will be processed from October and November, however, it is unclear whether applicants will receive November benefits and MDHHS awaits further guidance from the USDA.
There remain multiple pending court proceedings that may further impact the provision of November SNAP benefits. If additional court action results in changes to the payment of partial benefits beginning on Saturday, November 8, MDHHS will provide updated information as it becomes available.
“We understand and share the disappointment many households feel about receiving only a portion of their November SNAP benefits. These benefits are a vital lifeline for many Michigan families, especially with the rising cost of food,” said Elizabeth Hertel, director of MDHHS. “In addition to SNAP benefits, we encourage those in need to visit local food pantries as needed, which can be found by calling 2-1-1.”
To help feed families amid the federal government shutdown, Governor Whitmer recently announced the State of Michigan will provide $4.5 million to the Food Bank Council of Michigan. This critical funding will help feed Michigan residents in all 83 counties and provide food delivery to those who can’t drive to their local food bank.
Whitmer also recently led a group of governors in a letter calling on the Trump Administration to prevent disruption to SNAP during the federal government shutdown. Additionally, the Executive Office of the Governor and state departments have helped Michigan residents feed their families by:
• Continuing Double Up Food Bucks, a program that gives Michigan families money to purchase groceries, including fresh fruits and vegetables.
• Supporting Hunters Feeding Families, a program that helps Michiganders get venison or other fresh game to feed their families.
• Continuing to feed all 1.4 million public school students free breakfast and lunch.
SNAP recipients are encouraged to reach out to their local MDHHS office with any questions regarding SNAP benefits or can check MI Bridges for updates.
To find additional resources:
• Dial 2-1-1 or visit mi211.org for free, confidential assistance and referrals to local food programs and support services.
• Visit the Food Bank Council of Michigan to locate nearby food banks and learn about additional hunger relief efforts.
• Call the Double Up Food Bucks program hotline at 866-586-2796, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday. Until Wednesday, Dec. 31, the program, which matches SNAP purchases of fruits and vegetables, will expand access so families can build up savings on their Double Up cards. Find a participating location near you: DoubleUpFoodBucks.org/find-a-location.
SNAP in Michigan
In FY 2024, the average SNAP household in Michigan received $335.03 in SNAP benefits per month, which is about $173 per person per month or $5.68 per person per day. Households with very low incomes receive more SNAP benefits than households closer to the poverty line because they need more help affording nutritious food.
• 492,225 children benefit from SNAP.
• 38,513 veterans participating in SNAP.
• 36% SNAP households have older adults.
• 43% SNAP households have children.
• 51% households have a person with a disability.
• 78% of SNAP households include someone with earned income.
In Michigan, more than 9,700 retailers accept SNAP. In 2023, retailers redeemed over $3.6 billion in SNAP.
To be eligible for SNAP in Michigan, applicants must be a U.S. citizen (or acceptable non-citizen status) and must live in Michigan. Eligibility is based on the financial situation of all members of a household. Everyone who lives together, purchases and prepares food together is considered a member of the same household group. In order to determine if a household is eligible for SNAP, MDHHS will review a household’s expenses, assets and income. Expenses include rent, mortgage, utility bills, child support and dependent care expenses. For individuals with a disability or who are at least 60 years old, medical care, medical supplies and health insurance premiums may be included as an expense. , # # # #

11/06/2025

Very generous of La Hacienda to offer a free Thanksgiving-style dinner to the residents of Tuscola County on Thanksgiving.

11/06/2025

Food Pantry Event on November 6 at 10:00 am in Gagetown

11/05/2025

It’s Wednesday, and you know what that means… Spoonfuls of Plenty is serving up smiles and good food!

Tonight’s menu: Pulled pork, green beans, cinnamon peaches, and your choice of milk or water.

A big thank-you to Paramount Enterprise’s for sponsoring tonight’s meal and to our amazing volunteers Lori, Mylee, and Roberta for serving tonight’s meal 💛

🍽 Join us at HDC, 429 Montague Ave., Caro, from 3:30–6:00 PM, everyone is welcome at Spoonful’s of Plenty!

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