Dementia Caregiving series is a three-session webinar for those caring for a person with dementia or Alzheimer’s. It assists with reducing caregiving stress by providing useful tools and information. Sessions meet via Zoom.Learn how to:Understand basic information about dementia and its impact on brain function.Communicate more effectively with someone who has dementia.Recognize the stages of dementia.Provide meaningful daily activities based on your loved one's interests and abilities.Better understanding and addressing dementia-related behaviors.Create a positive caregiving environment.Learn strategies and benefits of self-care.Build your network of support.Dementia Information for Everyone: Wednesday, August 5, 2026Activities for Persons with Dementia: Wednesday, August 12, 2026Dementia Behaviors and Self-Care: Wednesday, August 19, 2026
Location: Zoom
Website: https://www.nemcsa.org/services/dementia-caregiver-series.html
Phone: 9893584616
Northern Lakes Community Mental Health Authority (NLCMHA) will hold its Annual Public Hearing on September 10 from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at each of its offices and virtually. The in-person locations will be 105 Hall Street, Traverse City; 527 Cobb Street, Cadillac; 2715 South Townline Road, Houghton Lake; and 204 Meadows Drive, Grayling. Held each year, the Public Hearing is an opportunity for community members to give input to help NLCMHA assess the needs and gaps of service in its local communities. The format will include an introduction by Chief Executive Officer Lynda Zeller, and Board of Directors Chairperson, Greg McMorrow, followed by breakout sessions in each location. People attending virtually will be able to choose to join which of the four breakout sessions they prefer. Community members may also provide input in writing if they are unable to attend by emailing input to Hilary Rappuhn at hilary.rappuhn@nlcmh.org or mailing to her attention at NLCMHA, 105 Hall St, Ste A, Traverse City, MI 49684. The link to attend virtually is https://tinyurl.com/2aewfwdh and is also posted on the agency website at northernlakescmh.org, under Recent News. NLCMHA serves adults with serious mental illness, persons with intellectual and developmental disabilities, children with serious emotional disturbance, and those with co-occurring substance use disorders (as defined by the Michigan Mental Health Code) in six counties: Crawford, Grand Traverse, Leelanau, Missaukee, Roscommon, and Wexford. In addition, NLCMHA provides crisis intervention services for anyone in the community experiencing a mental health crisis, regardless of insurance. More information may be found at northernlakescmh.org. To access services call 800-492-5742. For 24/7 crisis intervention call 833-295-0616.
Location: 4 cities: Traverse City, Grayling, Cadillac, Houghton Lake
Website: https://www.northernlakescmh.org
Phone: 231-271-6177
I am a trained SMART Recovery Facilitator and I am hosting weekly meetings at New Hope Behavioral Health Center. SMART Recovery is another recovery option for those that have a substance use disorder. SMART Recovery is not better or worse than any other recovery option, it is different. Please reach out for more information.
Location: 409 North Mission Street
Phone: 9892942162
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