Where do people in Northern Michigan go for assistance with mental and behavioral health needs?

Police officers often encounter individuals affected by mental illness and/or related substance abuse issues; what are their options for managing the situation?

Nearly one in five U.S. adults has a mental illness. Hear from panel of professionals from health care and law enforcement as they discuss the mental and behavioral issues relevant to our community, and plans for a new Behavioral Health Center.

Panelists include:

• David Monan, McLaren Chief Nursing Officer

• Amy Christie, North County Community Mental Health

• Tim Cook, Cheboygan County Sheriff

• Matt Leirstein, Emmet County Under Sheriff

  This is a free, ZOOM forum.