Catholic Human Services has been providing adoption services since 1980. We were pioneers and national leaders in the open adoption movement and have provided this approach to adoption longer than any other agency in the country. Adoption Services An Individualized Parent-Child Approach Catholic Human Services has been providing adoption services since 1980. We were pioneers and national leaders in the open adoption movement and have provided this approach to adoption longer than any other agency in the country. Simply put, open adoption promotes ongoing relationships between adopted children and their birth families. We are proud to have arranged close to 600 infant adoptions across northern Michigan. Birthparent? If you are pregnant and considering adoption, you can trust CHS to: Provide options counseling as you explore the best plan for your baby. Respond to your concerns thoroughly and honestly. Honor your choices. Ensure you fully understand adoption if you are considering this plan. Prospective adoptive parents? If you want to give a loving home to a baby, you can trust CHS to: Be welcoming and answer your questions. Provide a complete understanding of our program. Be transparent with costs and processes. Call us at 231-590-8337 or fill out the contact form, and we will contact you. Answers to frequently asked questions for both the birth parents and adoptive parents are below. FAQs for Birth Parents FAQs for Birth Parents Adoption FAQs Are the services for birth parents at CHS free? Yes. There are no fees or costs at any time. Can CHS help with ongoing expenses during the pregnancy? Yes. We'll assess your financial situation to help you cover basic medical costs, clothing, and housing. All financial support goes through the agency. No money changes hands between adoptive and birth families. Do I have to be Catholic? No, we provide services to all regardless of faith. How much control do I have in an adoption plan? You are in control every step of the way. Our job is to support and guide you to follow your plan for yourself and your child. You are welcome to meet as many families in our pool as you want before you make a selection. You decide who will attend the birth. You determine the level of openness that's right for you. You will choose how often to visit and work out with the adoptive family, exchanging emails, phone calls, and pictures in advance. If I choose adoption, does it have to be open?" No. Your privacy is always respected. We hope that you will want to stay in touch after you meet your selected adoptive family. We believe that it's important for adopted children to have the knowledge and a sense of their birth heritage whenever possible. Can I receive services from CHS even if I might not choose adoption? Yes. Dealing with an unplanned pregnancy can be complex and confusing. We're here to help you sort out your situation and support you in whatever direction you decide. How much will I know about the adoptive family? Every waiting family creates a portfolio full of pictures and detailed information so that you can get a feeling for them before you meet. We will also provide you the family's home study report that details their family backgrounds, careers, interests, etc. What "qualifications" must an adoptive couple meet before they are accepted?" Every family goes through an educational process and a home study. The home study is conducted in their home and considers their motivation, marriage, the family of origin, thoughts on raising children, and their ideas about adoption. Where do the adoptive families live? Adoptive families live right here in northern Michigan. We feel that open adoption relationships can work best when adoptive and birth families don't have to travel great distances to see each other. Can the birth father be involved? Yes. Information about both birth parents will be important. Birth parents being involved and working together as a team can be very positive for the child if the situation is right and birth parents agree. Will I be able to see my baby in the hospital? Absolutely! We hope you will spend lots of time with your baby, and it's vital for you to greet your child and celebrate their arrival. Will I have to go to court? Yes. The judge is your protector and will make sure everything is done correctly. What if I change my mind? It's crucial for you to understand how this works. The temporary papers signed in the hospital are easily set aside. You are entirely free to change course before signing documents in court (about four weeks following birth). Your baby would be returned to you. However, once you sign the consent papers in court, your parental rights will be terminated. By law, you would have 21 days to appeal. FAQs for Adoptive Parents FAQs for Adoptive Parents Adoption FAQs 2 How long is the average waiting period to adopt through CHS? The average wait is between 12 to 18 months. The wait time depends entirely on being selected by birth parents. How many children does CHS place? We have placed close to 600 infants since our first adoption in 1980 What are your eligibility requirements? The basic requirements: 1. Marriage: Applicants should be married for at least two years. 2. Residency: Adoptive families must reside in northern Lower Michigan. 3. Religion: We are receptive to all families regardless of faith. 4. Housing: Adoptive families must live in a clean, safe place with sufficient space to promote wholesome family life. 5. Health: Adoptive parents must have the usual life expectancy and demonstrate emotional and mental stability. 6. Age: There are no age restrictions for married couples. How much does the program cost? We are a non-profit agency, and our fees continue to be among the least expensive of all agencies in Michigan. We will be glad to discuss costs with you. What is open adoption? Birthparents choose the adoptive family that they want to raise their child. The adoptive family and the birth parents create a plan for ongoing visits and the exchange of photos, letters, etc. Is open adoption co-parenting? No. The adoptive parents are the legal and emotional parents. Openness does not detract from the permanency of parenting; instead, it establishes an atmosphere of sincerity in which the ongoing needs of all parties are honored. What if we're unsure about open adoption? Most applicants come to CHS with apprehensions about open adoption. Once they get a better understanding through our classes, most people come to embrace this approach. How is the adoptive family chosen? Birthparents choose the adoptive family. All of our prospective adoptive couples create portfolios full of pictures and information that provide birth parents an accurate overview of who they are. Birth parents also review the agency's home study report for each waiting family. How often do birth parents change their minds? Our experience suggests that about 15% of the time, birth families change their thinking about adoption around the time of delivery. The adoption process is complete once the legal forms have been signed during a court session, usually about four weeks after the baby is born.

Up North Prevention About Up North Prevention Substance use in northern Michigan continues to be a significant threat to the region's quality of life. Catholic Human Service's Up North Prevention initiative was developed to provide a unified approach to reducing substance use disorders in northern Michigan. Up North Prevention carries out its work in two ways: 1) Education. Up North Prevention hosts a variety of classes both in-person and virtually to schools, employee groups, and communities. If you are interested in scheduling a class for your workgroup or organization, contact us today. 2) Community organizing . Substance abuse is a complex community problem that requires cooperation and collaboration among unrelated groups to organization effective prevention efforts. Catholic Human Services provides staff and a structure to facilitate the creation of community coalitions. Several local coalitions are in place and running. If you are passionate about improving your community, consider joining one of our coalitions today. You will find the list and contact numbers here Click Here To Learn More - UpNorthPrevention.org

Employee Assistance Program Assistance for Employers and Employees It's been a tough year for employees. According to a recent Gallup survey, the pandemic has created record levels of worry, stress, and depression throughout the American workforce. Roughly seven in 10 employees are struggling or suffering, rather than thriving, in their overall lives. That results in a large portion of employees disengaging at work. This lack of engagement costs the global economy nearly 10% of GDP, in lost productivity each year (Gallup, 2021). As a northern Michigan business owner/executive, you have the power to make things a bit better. Invest in your employees' well-being by providing CHS's Employee Assistance Program (EAP) to them. This cost-effective service is a voluntary, work-based program that offers free and confidential assessments, short-term counseling, referrals, and follow-up services to employees with personal and work-related problems. Why Choose CHS EAP? Services are provided promptly--and locally--in a private, confidential setting. There are no waiting lists so that appointments can be scheduled within two days of the initial contact. CHS has been in the behavioral health business for decades. We have a caring, clinical staff committed to strengthening our northern Michigan families and communities. CHS EAP addresses a broad and complex body of mental and emotional issues, such as alcohol and other substance abuse, stress, grief, family problems, and psychological disorders. CHS EAP counselors also consult with managers and supervisors to address workplace conflict and other organizational challenges. We help organizations prevent and cope with workplace violence, trauma, and other emergency response situations. When you choose Catholic Human Services, you directly support a local, non-profit charity that has been strengthening northern Michigan families for 50 years. Benefits to Employees and Families Offers easy access to resources and confidential experts who can help. Improves employees’ ability to respond to challenges. Decreases health-related expenses associated with stress, depression, and other mental health issues. Benefits to You as an Employer Increases employee productivity and engagement. Reduces healthcare costs. Reduces the need for unscheduled leave. Improves employee retention. Develops competencies in managing workplace conflict and improving work team performance. Promotes and supports a drug and alcohol-free workplace. Call Cheryl 231-947-8387 at CHS to learn more. Request a call back

Giving BECOME A WALKER TODAY Join Bishop Walsh as he walks across the Mackinac Bridge to support Catholic Human Services this Labor Day. This family-friendly event will allow you to walk the Mackinac Bridge alongside Bishop Walsh and the staff of Catholic Human Services on September 4th, 2023. We are asking anyone interested in walking to simply create a walker page. Once your page is created, you can share it with your friends and family with the goal of gathering $250 in charitable giving. Your walker page will allow you to track how close you are to reaching your goal. On Labor Day, we will gather in Mackinaw City. We will walk 5 miles from Mackinaw City to the bridge's center and return. For over 50 years, Catholic Human Services has been committed to strengthening families in northern Michigan. Your efforts will allow Catholic Human Services to continue this work. Become a walker yourself by creating a walker page by clicking "become a walker today" to the left. If you have questions or need help setting up a walker page, contact Susan Kirkman, Digital Marketing/Charitable Giving Manager: skirkman@catholichumanservices.org 989-785-3030 ext. 2416

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Bridging Hope: Bishop Walsh's Flock Walk for C.H.S. Join Bishop Walsh as he walks across the Mackinac Bridge to support Catholic Human Services. This family-friendly event will allow you to walk the Mackinac Bridge alongside Bishop Walsh and the staff of Catholic Human Services on September 4th, 2023. We are asking anyone who is interested in walking to simply create a walker page. Once your page is created, you can share it with your friends and family with the goal of gathering $250 in charitable giving. Your walker page will allow you to keep track of how close you are to reaching your goal. On Labor Day morning we will gather in Mackinaw City, at the Indian Pathways Park, beginning at 8:15, have a short welcome, and being walking by 8:40. We will walk the 5 miles from Mackinaw City to the center of the bridge and return. For 50 years, Catholic Human Services has been committed to strengthening families in northern Michigan. Your efforts will allow Catholic Human Services to continue this work. Become a walker yourself by creating a walker page. Simply click "register to walk" below to create your walker page. Register to Walk You can directly support a walker of your choice or donate in honor of Bishop Walsh's walk as well. Make a Supporting Donation If you have questions or are in need of help setting up a walker page contact Susan Kirkman, Digital Marketing/Charitable Giving Manager: skirkman@catholichumanservices.org 989-785-3030 ext. 2416

Bridging Hope Sponsorship In conjunction with the annual Labor Day Mackinac Bridge Walk, Catholic Human Services welcomes walkers of all ages to join Bishop Walsh as he walks 5 miles across the Mighty Mac. This event is one day and includes walking, socializing, and the opportunity to interact with Bishop Walsh directly. The purpose of the event is to raise awareness and money for CHS programs. People of all ages and demographics that live in Northern Michigan and have an interest in participating in a new twist on a long-standing Michigan tradition are welcome to join Bridging Hope. These individuals are members of various communities with various discretionary income levels. Bridging Hope receives exposure through: 350 site visitors to the Bridging Hope sub-page as part of Catholic Human Services website Web page as part of Kindful fundraising site Social Media promotion to 511 followers Paid Facebook Advertising with reach of over 15,000 Eblast promotion to all CHS donors Over 1,700 site visitors to the Catholic Human Services website last year Presenting Sponsor - $5,000 Investment Exclusive Opportunity for One Business Sponsorship Deadline: June 1, 2023 Name in Title As the Presenting Sponsor, YOUR COMPANYs name will be in the title of this event in print, broadcast, and event-related public relations - ABC Company Presents . . . Logo Representation Your company logo will appear on: Pin cards given to every walker All eblasts sent to all CHS donors and volunteers Thank you eblast to all walkers and donors post event Web page located on Catholic Human Services website Facebook event banner image Corporate Name Your company name will be: Featured in a Facebook Shout out the day of the walk Included in a thank you Facebook post the day of the walk Plus One year of EAP (Employee Assistance Program) for up to 83 employees, a value of $2,000 OR Lunch with Bishop Walsh and Catholic Human Services CEO Chip Cieslinski in the Gaylord area Mackinac March Sponsor - $2,000 Investment Sponsorship Deadline: June 1, 2023 Logo Representation Your company logo will appear on: Pin cards given to every walker All eblasts sent to all CHS donors and volunteers Thank you eblast to all walkers and donors post event Web page located on Catholic Human Services website Facebook event banner image Corporate Name Your company name will be: Featured in a Facebook Shout out the day of the walk Included in a thank you Facebook post the day of the walk Straits Stepper Sponsor - $1,000 Investment Sponsorship Deadline: July 28, 2023 Logo Representation Your company logo will appear on: 3 eblasts sent to all CHS donors and volunteers Thank you eblast to all walkers and donors post event Corporate Name Your company name will be: Included in a Facebook Shout out, along will all other sponsors at the Straits Stepper level, the day of the walk Included in a thank you Facebook post the day of the walk Peninsula Hooper Sponsor - $500 Investment Sponsorship Deadline: August 25, 2023 Logo Representation Your company logo will appear on: Thank you eblast to all walkers and donors post event Corporate Name Your company name will be: Included in a thank you Facebook post the day of the walk

Alcohol Highway Safety & Victim Impact Panel Providing hope through education As drivers, we can be faced with many distractions, some more dangerous than others. If you are facing a first offense driving conviction, our Alcohol Highway Safety and Victim Impact Report is here to provide support. Designed to educate adults on the effects of alcohol and other drugs while driving. Alcohol Highway Safety is a comprehensive 7.5 hour course that presents information in a non-judgmental way providing individuals with the tools needed for making decisions about alcohol and drug use related to driving. Victim Impact Report is a 3.5 hour panel that lets individuals interact with speakers to gain a broader knowledge about alcohol and drug use behind the wheel. Classes are virtual and held via Zoom. Zoom access through a computer, tablet, or phone is required to participate. Interested individuals can register by phone, or in person. Once registered, we will send class materials through the U.S. mail service. Class Registration Costs break down as follows: $120 - Alcohol Highway Safety (AHS) & Victim Impact Report (VIP) $60 - Victim Impact Report (VIP)

Class A Class A Our clinical staff at Catholic Human Services is trained and certified to provide best-practice outpatient treatment to people with substance use disorders. Our treatment philosophy is based on the belief that addiction is a disease and that abstinence is a necessary first step in managing the condition. Contact us today for an appointment. We approach treatment from a holistic perspective as we view mind, body, and spirit as components of a healthy life. We work with adults and adolescents with mild to severe alcohol or drug use disorders, including those with co-occurring mental health issues. These disorders affect individuals and families’ biological, psychological, social, cultural and spiritual lives, and we engage and support those seeking recovery in all of these dimensions. No events at the moment

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Prime For Life 18 and Over Promoting a Life Well Lived Concerned with the role that alcohol or drugs play in your life? Want to make a change but need to learn more? Catholic Human Services offers Prime For Life® classes as a way of understanding how alcohol and drug-related problems develop, what we can do to prevent them, and why sometimes we need help. This 9-12 hour course presents carefully selected information in a non-judgmental way which provokes new thinking and provides individuals with a solid basis for making decisions about their alcohol and drug use. Interested individuals can register by phone, or in person, for Prime For Life. Once registered, we will send class materials through the U.S. mail service. Registration Cost: $120 If you're 18 or under and would like to sign up for Prime for Life follow the link below to learn more. Prime for Life (Ages 13-18) 2025 Prime for Life Class Schedule Class Registration Cost: $120 April 21-23 | 5-9pm | In Person - Traverse City May 19-22 | 5-8pm | Virtual* June 16-18 | 5-9pm | In Person - Traverse City July 14-17 | 5-8pm | Virtual* August 18-20 | 5-9pm | In Person - Traverse City September 15-18 | 5-8pm | Virtual* October 20-22 | 5-9pm | In Person - Traverse City November 17-20 | 5-8pm | Virtual* December 15-17 | 5-9pm | In Person - Traverse City *Classes are virtual and held via Zoom. Zoom access through computer, tablet, or phone is required to participate* To register for a Virtual Class contact our Alpena Office by calling 989-356-6385 To register for an In-Person Class contact our Traverse City Office by calling 231-947-8110

Information for Clients Client Financial Assistance At CHS, our client's well-being is our priority. We don't want the cost of care to be a barrier. Working with our registration staff we aim to to find the best solution for your personal financial situation. We will bill health insurance whenever possible. CHS fees are charged on a sliding scale depending on income. And there are times when we can access Client Assistance Funds, which are made possible by generous donors. We provide services in-person and virtually. Individual therapy Group therapy Family counseling Peer recovery supports Care coordination Post overdose response Referrals to Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) No one will be denied access to services due to inability to pay. There is a discounted/sliding fee schedule available based on family size and income. Este establecimiento de salud atiende a todos los pacientes independientemente de su capacidad de pago. Se ofrecent descuentos para sericios esenciales según el tamano de la familia y los ingresoso. Para obtener más información, pregunte en la recepción o visite nuestro sitio web. Or Call us today for a guided financial assistance process Request a call back Counseling Client Information As a counseling client with Catholic Human Services we are dedicated to providing you with quality treatment. We understand that counseling can be intimidating and you may have questions. In an effort to provide an overview of what you can expect from us we have created a Client Orientation Handbook (Manual de orientacion al cliente - Español ). Recipients Rights Documents: Know Your Rights Conozca Sus Derechos - Español Medicaid Information Northern Michigan Regional Entity (NMRE) manages the behavioral health (mental health, intellectual disability and substance use disorder) services for people enrolled in Medicaid for the 21 counties in northern Lower Michigan. Detailed information about available services, how to access services, and more is available in the Northern Michigan Regional Entity “Guide To Services ” at Northern Michigan Regional Entity . More information and brochures on other Medicaid programs can be found at Michigan Department of Health and Human Services . A list of Medicaid Health Plans is maintained by the Michigan Department of Community Health. Click here to access it. Here is a link to the Medicaid application form which can be done online or in paper form.