The Bureau of Specialty Behavioral Health Services carries out responsibilities specified in the Michigan Mental Health Code, and federally approved Medicaid State Plan, §1115 Behavioral Health Demonstration, a 1915 (i) state plan and a Behavioral Health §1915(c) waiver. The Bureau also administers federal Substance Abuse Prevention and Treatment as well as Community Mental Health Services Block Grants. Specialty Behavioral Health Services include those for people with developmental disabilities, mental illness, serious emotional disturbance, and substance use disorders. Services and supports are primarily covered by Medicaid and delivered through Prepaid Inpatient Health Plans (PIHPs). Each PIHP region is required to have an extensive array of services that allows for maximizing consumer choice and control. Services are delivered through county-based Community Mental Health Services Programs (CMHSP) as well as other contracted network providers.
The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services has established a warmline for persons with mental health conditions. The warmline will be operated by Certified Peer Support Specialists. Individuals calling the warmline will be provided with support by peers who have their own lived experience with mental health issues. They will be providing wellness supports and a listening ear.
Call 1-888-733-7753
Information and updates about Michigan’s implementation of 988.
Emotional support programming and resources.
Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinics (CCBHC) Demonstration Program
Behavioral Health Information Sharing & Privacy
CDC Information on Marihuana
Mental Health Diversion Council
Information about safeguards for your rights when you receive mental health services.
Harm Reduction and Syringe Service Programs
Veteran Navigators
Programs for substance abuse prevention, treatment and recovery
Problem Gambling
Information about Integrated Treatment for Co-occurring Disorders
Mental health services for adults who have a mental illness, children and youth who have an emotional disturbance, and persons who have a developmental disability.
The WHODAS is a 36-item tool that covers cognition, mobility, self-care, getting along, life activities (household and work), and participation.
Building a behavioral health crisis services system for all Michiganders.
Information about mental health and substance abuse reporting requirements
Advocacy and support for people who have a developmental disability.
Details about the deptartment's hospitals and centers.
