LifeWays

LifeWays If you are in crisis/having suicidal thoughts please call us 24/7 at 1 (800) 284-8288 or dial 9-8-8.

LifeWays is a public mental health agency serving people in Jackson and Hillsdale counties. We treat adults and children with emotional/behavioral challenges, intellectual/developmental disabilities, and substance use issues. As a Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic (CCBHC) grantee, LifeWays provides a comprehensive set of services used to increase access to care, support people in crisis, and provide treatment for those with the most serious and complex behavioral health needs regardless of their insurance coverage. CCBHCs integrate additional services that focus on recovery, wellness, trauma-informed care, and physical-behavioral health care integration. Treatment, services, and supports may include screening and assessment, crisis intervention, withdrawal management, crisis care, case management, therapy, skill building/vocational support, peer mentoring, veterans support, healthcare integration, wellness coaching, and prevention/outreach.

Do you have a developmental disability? Are you passionate about advocacy work? Voices in Action is a day to learn, conn...
03/13/2026

Do you have a developmental disability? Are you passionate about advocacy work? Voices in Action is a day to learn, connect, and make your voice heard! Don't miss out!

Do you have a developmental disability? Are you passionate about creating real change in your community?

Voices in Action: Self-Advocacy Day is an opportunity to turn awareness into action. Join us in Lansing on April 15 to educate lawmakers, share real stories, and advocate for change that matters to YOU.

📍 Heritage Hall -Capitol Visitor’s Center
đź•› 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
đź“… Wednesday, April 15, 2026

Sign up today using the link below:

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If you need an accommodation to attend, please try to register by Friday, March 13.

If you do not need an accommodation, then registration closes on Friday, March 27.

Your voice matters. Let's speak up, together!

In case you missed it: Former LifeWays' Chief Clinical Officer, David Lowe recently began his new role with Community Me...
03/13/2026

In case you missed it: Former LifeWays' Chief Clinical Officer, David Lowe recently began his new role with Community Mental Health Association of Michigan as Associate Director! Congrats David!

Home > Weekly Updates > Weekly Update February 20, 2026 Weekly Update February 20, 2026 Association and Member Activities Coming Soon for CCBHCs – Expanded Communications & TA Coordination CMHA is strengthening how we communicate, connect, and support CCBHCs across Michigan. Over the coming weeks,...

A proud moment at last night’s City of Jackson State of the City Address. Congratulations to Maribeth Leonard, former Li...
03/05/2026

A proud moment at last night’s City of Jackson State of the City Address.

Congratulations to Maribeth Leonard, former LifeWays CEO, Edward Woods, LifeWays Board Member, and Michael Thompson, CEO of Segue, Inc., a LifeWays provider, on being honored for their leadership and commitment to the Jackson community. LifeWays is grateful to work with and alongside individuals who continue to make a meaningful impact in the lives of others.

HAPPY NATIONAL SOCIAL WORKER MONTH!Happy National Social Worker Month! LifeWays would like to recognize its dedicated so...
03/04/2026

HAPPY NATIONAL SOCIAL WORKER MONTH!
Happy National Social Worker Month! LifeWays would like to recognize its dedicated social workers, thank you for all that you do!

Get ready for something special! Hillsdale Renaissance is thrilled to announce the first-ever Folk Fest, happening Satur...
03/02/2026

Get ready for something special! Hillsdale Renaissance is thrilled to announce the first-ever Folk Fest, happening Saturday, March 7, 2026, at the historic Dawn Theater. Join them for a day of music, community, and celebration!

“This outcome reflects the day-to-day work of our team,” said Tricia Bortell, CRU Program Administrator. “We had no char...
02/19/2026

“This outcome reflects the day-to-day work of our team,” said Tricia Bortell, CRU Program Administrator. “We had no charting errors, no medication errors, and no infractions related to the unit itself. That speaks to the attentiveness of our staff and their commitment to the people we serve.”

Read more: www.lifewaysmi.org/news/cru-license-renewal

All LifeWays offices will be CLOSED Monday, February 16, in observance of President’s Day.Crisis Services will remain on...
02/11/2026

All LifeWays offices will be CLOSED Monday, February 16, in observance of President’s Day.

Crisis Services will remain onsite and fully operational. You can call us 24/7 at 1 (800) 284-8288.

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02/11/2026

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Happy 2-1-1 Day! LifeWays would like to recognize the dedication of the Central Michigan 2-1-1 team.Your dedication and ...
02/11/2026

Happy 2-1-1 Day! LifeWays would like to recognize the dedication of the Central Michigan 2-1-1 team.
Your dedication and hard work create systems that help our communities! Thank you for all that you do!

A quick look back at our Annual Board and Staff Recognition Event! It was a wonderful evening spent celebrating the dedi...
02/09/2026

A quick look back at our Annual Board and Staff Recognition Event! It was a wonderful evening spent celebrating the dedication and hard work of our board members and staff. We’re grateful for the people who continue to move our mission forward every day.

02/09/2026
LifeWays' Outpatient Supervisor, Jessica Hendricks spoke with Common Ground to discuss accessing mental health care for ...
02/06/2026

LifeWays' Outpatient Supervisor, Jessica Hendricks spoke with Common Ground to discuss accessing mental health care for children and the services LifeWays provides!
Read it here: www.lifewaysmi.org/news

Address

1200 N West Avenue
Jackson, MI
49202

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 7pm
Tuesday 8am - 7pm
Wednesday 8am - 7pm
Thursday 8am - 7pm
Friday 8am - 7pm

Telephone

+15177891209

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Our Story

LifeWays Community Mental Health serves Jackson and Hillsdale Counties. LifeWays serves adults with mental illness, children with serious emotional disturbance, and individuals with developmental disabilities. The LifeWays network also serves individuals with a co-occurring substance use disorders. Additionally crisis services are available to any community member living in Jackson or Hillsdale County. LifeWays provides specialty mental health services to individuals with Medicaid and Healthy Michigan as well as people who are uninsured and under-insured. Starting services: After an initial screening and assessment by LifeWays personnel, a person eligible to receive services would be referred to services in house, from one of over 70 different service providers in the LifeWays network, or private providers in the Jackson and Hillsdale communities.