Upper Peninsula Health Care Solutions

12/31/2025

Thank you Superior Health Foundation!

Access to mental health care in the U.P. is getting a major boost. Upper Peninsula Health Care Solutions, one of our grantees, is piloting a new “hub and spoke” model that connects local primary care providers with psychiatric specialists, helping patients get faster, more accurate care close to home. Click the link to read the full story in our latest newsletter: http://bit.ly/3MPjkB6

12/29/2025

UPHCS will have a late opening Monday at 10:00 AM.

12/23/2025

UPHCS will be closed on Wednesday, December 24th and Thursday, December 25th for the Christmas holiday as well as Thursday, January 1st for New Year’s Day! Happy Holidays!

12/23/2025

UP Health Care Solutions is excited to share a virtual Behavioral Health workforce training opportunity on January 29, 2026, from Noon to 2pm EST!
UP-TEACH and Michigan State University are offering a FREE Behavioral Health Activation Training Workshop for providers treating the health needs of youth.
Led by Dr. Julia Felton, an Associate Professor at Wayne State University, participants will gain an understanding of the principles of behavioral activation:
· The role of behavior in addressing youth mental health needs
· How behavioral activation can be used to decrease youth depression
· How to implement behavioral activation in your current practice
Hand-outs and exercises used to implement the technique with youth will also be offered.
Please register below for this FREE virtual training on Behavioral Activation for youth, January 29, 2026, from Noon to 2pm EST: https://bit.ly/3YbxwHb

11/25/2025

Raising Awareness of Intimate Partner Violence and Pregnancy

Recognizing and addressing the connection between intimate partner violence (IPV) and pregnancy is essential to improving maternal health. IPV can have serious impacts on maternal and infant outcomes, making it crucial for health providers to understand the dynamics of IPV and know how to respond.

With support from the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services, Maternal Mortality Surveillance Program, the Michigan Coalition to End Domestic & Sexual Violence (MCEDSV) https://bit.ly/49vUboy has developed a new collection of resources to help health care providers and clinics integrate universal education, trauma-informed screening and referral practices into their everyday care. These materials include a resource compendium https://bit.ly/3LRdFKn, on-demand educational videos https://bit.ly/4o0Hplj, and print resources/ posters – all designed to help providers start meaningful conversations and connect patients to support.

To explore resources, tools and referral information, visit MCEDSV’s website at: www.mcedsv.org.

Additional learning opportunities:
October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month. The theme for 2025 was With Survivors, Always https://bit.ly/42Qqcn1. Explore what it means to be in partnership with survivors.
On-Demand Training Videos on Maternal Health & Interpersonal Violence https://bit.ly/44mHuZz

Webinar Opportunity: Perinatal to Postpartum: The Critical Role of Health Care Providers in Screening for Intimate Partner Violence, explores how intimate partner violence affects perinatal health, offers trauma informed strategies for screening and education, and tools for handling a disclosure. https://bit.ly/3Ke5ibi Password: Tzc^aM2 #

855-VOICES4 Hotline Update
As of October 1, the sexual assault, domestic violence and human trafficking hotlines have been combined into one 24/7 confidential and anonymous number. Survivors can expect the same compassionate, confidential support – now without the need to keep track of multiple numbers or decide which one to call.

11/21/2025

This infographic from the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) shows recommendations for administering Tdap, Covid-19, Influenza and RSV vaccines during pregnancy.

Download the pdf here: https://bit.ly/4o7vYZe

11/20/2025

November is Native American Heritage Month!

National Native American Heritage Month is a time to celebrate the traditions, languages and stories of Native American and Alaska Native communities and ensure their rich histories and contributions continue to thrive with each passing generation. This November and every month, we should celebrate the culture and heritage of the remarkable Native Americans who deeply enrich the quality and character of our Nation. https://www.bia.gov/NNAHM

November was designated as National American Indian Heritage Month in 1990 by President George H.W. Bush and is now commonly known as Native American Heritage Month. Governor Gretchen Whitmer also recognized Native American Heritage Month November 2025. https://bit.ly/3XDHz7o

U.S. National Park Service Celebrates Native American Heritage Month!
Every November during Native American Heritage Month and throughout the year, the National Park Service and our partners share history and the continuing culture of America's indigenous peoples. https://bit.ly/49qWhWE

Webinar opportunity:
Honoring Sovereignty: Understanding the Roots of Relationship
December 1 at 3:00 PM ET

The webinar will explore the historical and legal foundations of Tribal sovereignty, helping participants understand Native Nations as distinct governments. Through storytelling and reflection, it will examine how federal Indian policy, the boarding school legacy, and systemic inequities continue to shape Native families and early childhood systems today.

Register for the Honoring Sovereignty Session: https://bit.ly/3KeefRV

11/13/2025

The 2025 U.P. Hospitals Rural Health Showcase brought together medical students, residents, hospital leaders, and community partners from across Michigan’s Upper Peninsula — all united by a shared goal: strengthening the future of rural health care.

Hosted in collaboration with the Marquette Family Medicine Residency Program, the MSU College of Human Medicine UP Region Campus, and Upper Peninsula Health Care Solutions (UPHCS), the event featured meaningful discussions on recruitment and retention, engaging poster sessions, and a vibrant resource fair highlighting regional opportunities.

UPHCS extends sincere appreciation to Dr. Meredith Buck, Dr. Stuart Johnson, Dr. Kelley Mahar, Dr. Erick Petrushek, Katrina Keough (UPHCS), and Erica Darner (UPHS – Marquette) for their leadership and contributions to this year’s program.

A special thank-you to Dr. Paula Rechner, whose keynote address underscored the importance of collaboration and innovation in sustaining rural health care across the U.P.

And a heartfelt thank-you to the hospitals across the Upper Peninsula who attended, shared their expertise, and supported this year’s Showcase — your commitment to mentoring and investing in the next generation of clinicians continues to strengthen rural health across our region.

11/12/2025

Advancing Maternal Health Through Regional Collaboration

Upper Peninsula Health Care Solutions (UPHCS) was proud to join leaders from the seven birthing hospitals across Michigan’s Upper Peninsula for the Alliance for Innovation on Maternal Health (AIM) Hypertension Safety Bundle training, hosted by the Michigan Health & Hospital Association Keystone Center.

As the hospital network, fiduciary, and lead organization for the Region 1 Perinatal Quality Collaborative, UPHCS supports hospitals and care teams across the U.P. in implementing evidence-based practices to improve outcomes for mothers and infants.

Through collaboration, shared learning, and data-driven quality improvement, our region continues to make meaningful progress in maternal safety.

We appreciate the Keystone Center and MHA for their partnership and leadership in advancing this critical work statewide and our partner, Michigan Department of Health and Human Services the backbone of Michigan's Perinatal Quality Collaboratives.

11/05/2025

11/05/2025

As a response to the loss of SNAP benefits, several local agencies have been identified as resources to help support those in need. If you or someone you know could benefit from any of these resources, please scan and share for more information: https://bit.ly/4p0auyt

11/04/2025

As the nation's largest nongovernmental provider of social services, The Salvation Army is among the first organizations to experience a surge in service requests when large numbers of people are financially affected by widespread economic challenges.

We want to let you know that we are HERE FOR YOU! These are the services we are offering through the end of the year. Don't hesitate to contact us at (906) 226-2241 or (906) 486-8121 if you have any questions.