What is the Arenac Center?

The Arenac Center is a Standish-based mental health facility that provides mental health services for residents of Arenac and northern Bay County. Services include individual and family therapy, group therapy, psychiatric services, psychological testing, crisis intervention, home-based services, and case management for Developmentally Disabled and mentally ill populations.

Who can benefit from the Arenac Center?

Anyone who is a resident of Arenac or Bay County and can be diagnosed with a mental illness or developmental disability may benefit from services at the Arenac Center.

How can the Arenac Center help an individual?

The Arenac Center can provide an array of services that are similar to the Bay City office, but are closer in proximity for some. A psychiatrist provides services five times per month. There is a full time nurse to meet psychiatric need in the interim. There are two psychologists, one counselor, on master-level social worker, and three case managers. Individual, family and group therapy is provided, as well as home based services. Re-stabilization to the community after hospitalization is provided. Short-term conflict resolution and problem solving is offered by the counseling staff. Treatment for sexual abuse, depression, and other difficulties is addressed using a person-centered planning approach. Referrals are made as necessary.

How can you access the Arenac Center?

You may request services directly or be referred by another service agency or professional. For additional information about the Arenac Center, you may call (989) 846-4573. If you would like to request services call the Access Alliance of Michigan at 1-800-448-5498.