Summit Pointe

(Summit Pointe 33) Community Connections: Summit Pointe and BC Pride

Episode 33 marks the beginning of additional episodes featuring Summit Pointe partnerships in the communities of Calhoun County, Michigan. As the behavioral health authority in Calhoun County, it is often the partnerships with other community organizations that...

(Summit Pointe 32) Understanding PTSD

You may have heard the letters "PTSD" - but have you taken a moment to understand what they mean? In this episode of the Summit Pointe series, Clinician Dennis Owens discusses Post Traumatic Stress Disorder and the approach to it at Summit Pointe and First Step....

(Summit Pointe 31) Permanent Supportive Housing

Following some specific criteria, Summit Pointe helps those who are unhoused and living with behavioral health issues get back on a path of relative independence. The Permanent Supportive Housing program assists folks to stay on that path by providing supports that...

(Summit Pointe 30) Independence Through Assertive Community Treatment

Helping certain Calhoun County residents live independently with assistance - those who might be at risk for arrest and inappropriate incarceration due to mental illness - is the purpose of the Assertive Community Treatment program at Summit Pointe. Hear Tim and Jeff...

(Summit Pointe 29) CARF Accreditation Renewed at Summit Pointe

Summit Pointe, the behavioral health authority in Calhoun County, Michigan, has received a renewed accreditation from CARF International, the Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities. The every-three-year accreditation focuses on certain programs and...

(Summit Pointe 27) Assuring Adherence to Recipient Rights

The State of Michigan requires recipients of care from organizations like Summit Pointe have certain rights that govern that care. In episode 27 of the Summit Pointe podcast, we learn from Kent Rehmann how adherence to those rights is assured. Episode Resources Summit...

(Summit Pointe 26) Provider Relationships Key at Summit Pointe

In episode 26 of the Summit Pointe series, Rhea Freitag discusses the Summit Pointe Provider Network. It includes a key group of service providers who help support the Summit Pointe mission – and the needs of its customers. Episode Resources Summit Pointe...

(Summit Pointe 25) Opioid Health Home Program: The Road Back

In episode 25 of the Summit Pointe series, Tricia and Chad discuss their involvement in a program meant to combat the high incidence of opioid addiction in Calhoun County. Click to listen to how the Opioid Health Program is saving lives and creating success stories....

(Summit Pointe 24) Spotlight: Outpatient Services

In episode 24 of the Summit Pointe series, Outpatient Services are highlighted. With a special focus on mental health and recovery services, Outpatient Services help folks maintain their lives while making personal strides. Click to hear Shannon, Jonah and Cheri...

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