Thunder Bay Community Health Service, Inc.

03/20/2026

"As physicians, we can provide excellent prenatal care, but we cannot prescribe relief from financial stress. Until now," –Dr. Richard Bates, TBCHS CEO and long-time Northeast Michigan OB/Gyn.

Montmorency County, Rx Kids is coming to YOU on April 1st!

I still remember one of my patients from early in my career as an obstetrician in northern Michigan. She lived nearly an hour from our clinic. One winter morning she arrived late to her prenatal appointment, apologizing as she walked through the door. The roads were icy, her car wasn’t reliable, a...

03/20/2026

Get connected to health insurance this spring!

Not sure where to start? Look no farther than your local TBCHS clinic!

Our amazing team of Community Health Workers are ready to connect you to the resources you need!

03/17/2026

All Thunder Bay Community Health Service locations will resume regular hours of operation tomorrow (Wednesday, March 18th). We look forward to seeing you!

Thank you for your patience as we navigated services during the storm with limited staff. If your appointment was impacted by our reduced hours and has not been rescheduled, please text us at 989-474-1959 and we’ll be happy to get you a new appointment!

03/17/2026

Tuesday (3/17) Services Update:

OPEN BEGINNING AT 10AM TODAY
- All main sites will be open for medical and pharmacy services, please be patient as there may be delays.
- Limited dental services in Onaway.
- Mio Thunderbolt Wellness Center and Cheboygan Chief Health Center
- Women’s Health services in Atlanta

CLOSED TODAY
- Atlanta Dental
- Rogers City Huron Health Center, Inland Lakes Bulldog Health Center, Joburg-Lewiston Cardinal Health Center, Onaway Cardinal Health Center
- All pharmacy home delivery

If you have individual questions, please text our text-line at 989-474-1959 to connect with our team. Behavioral health service availability is currently developing, please text for site specific information.

We thank you for your patience as we navigate operations with limited staff from the storm.

03/17/2026

If you or someone you know needs assistance during this winter storm, help is available through 211.

📞Call 2-1-1
📱Text your ZIP code to 898-211

Whether you need shelter, food, a place to warm up, emotional care, or help finding local resources, trained specialists have the latest information and are prepared to connect you with services in your community.

Michigan State Police | | #211 | |

03/17/2026

IMPORTANT UPDATE
Oxygen Refill Station Opens Tuesday at MyMichigan Medical Center Alpena

Please take time to check on your friends, family and neighbors and contact 911 if you find someone that needs assistance.

PDF version of the MyMichigan release on Oxygen
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1dWL0gsaMniv5Iow05lPefHyHEhVyfRj1/view?usp=sharing

IMPORTANT INFORMATION ON OXYGEN FROM MYMichigan
Oxygen Refill Station Opens Tuesday at MyMichigan Medical Center Alpena
ALPENA, Mich. – Beginning Tuesday, March 17, MyMichigan Medical Center Alpena will host a portable trailer to refill oxygen tanks for area emergency personnel and community members who rely on portable oxygen.
The refill trailer will be located in the visitor parking lot near the HealthPlex South Entrance on the MyMichigan Medical Center Alpena campus, 1501 W. Chisholm Street. Volunteers will be available to fill tanks Tuesday, March 17, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., and Wednesday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
All portable oxygen tanks without regulators can be filled at the trailer. Individuals should bring their tanks with regulators removed. Volunteers will be on-site to assist with the refill process.
“We are once again grateful to the State Police Emergency Management and the Regional Health Coalition for deploying this portable oxygen refill trailer for our community members,” said Mike Erickson, market president, MyMichigan Medical Centers in Alpena, Saginaw, Standish, Tawas and Towne Centre. “This service will help ensure that those who rely on portable oxygen continue to have access during the community’s recovery from another incredible winter storm.”
MyMichigan Medical Center Alpena has been on full power since approximately noon on Monday, March 16. While some offices closed Monday due to the winter storm, the Medical Center expects to resume normal outpatient appointments, procedures and testing, including provider clinics and Urgent Care, on Tuesday, March 17.
Community members are encouraged to continue monitoring local updates as recovery efforts continue across Northeast Michigan.

03/16/2026

STORM UPDATE

Due to weather conditions, all Thunder Bay Community Health Service locations will have a delayed opening tomorrow, Tuesday, March 17, at 10:00 AM.
Please continue to monitor our channels for updates, as hours may change based on evolving conditions and safety considerations.

Telehealth services remain available, and our team can assist with acute needs. Beginning at 10:00 AM, patients may text 989-474-1959 to schedule an appointment.

If your appointment is impacted by the weather or you are unable to attend, please contact us and our team will assist with rescheduling or connecting you to care.

Please stay safe, if you are experiencing an emergency, call 9-1-1.

03/16/2026

PLEASE SHARE: Warming Center Locations in the Lower Peninsula.

We are still working on compiling more locations across the District with our state partners, however, here is our initial list.

Of note, across the Upper Peninsula, many warming center locations have not opened yet due to travel being nearly impossible in many areas.

03/16/2026

Weather Update & Telehealth Availability ❄️📱

Due to today’s winter storm, in‑person visits have been cancelled. We’re here to help.

Thunder Bay Community Health Service is opening a telehealth hub for patients who need assistance or have questions.

✅ The text line is open to help you schedule a telehealth visit, just text us at 989-474-1959

🕐 Telehealth appointments will begin at 1:00 PM today

📞 Visits are available by video or phone until 5 PM

If your appointment was impacted by the weather or you need care today, please text us and our team will help get you connected.
Please stay safe and thank you for your patience as we continue to care for our community during the storm.

Please note we have minimal staff able to work so our wait times may be longer than average, but we will be here to serve.

— Thunder Bay Community Health Service

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03/16/2026

Thunder Bay Community Health Service is here for you for life's unexpected moments.

Now offering acute care visit scheduling via text message.

Our text line is monitored 8am-5pm, Monday through Friday.
Message and data rates may apply. In emergency situations, please contact 9-1-1.

03/16/2026

UPDATE: All TBCHS locations are closed Monday, 3/16.

Please stay tuned regular updates.

If you are experiencing emergency, please call 911.

03/15/2026

*STORM HOURS*

Due to current weather conditions, all Thunder Bay Community Health Service locations will have a delayed opening of 10:00 AM on Monday, March 16. These hours are subject to change based on evolving conditions. If additional adjustments are necessary, updates will be shared by 9:00 AM tomorrow.

Patients whose appointments are impacted will be contacted directly. Please continue to monitor our communications for the latest information.

Please stay safe, if you are in an emergency, contact 9-1-1.