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Looking for information about LifeWays, the Hillsdale facility, board governance, public funding, or the upcoming millage?
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LifeWays is committed.
LifeWays is committed to providing the communities we serve transparency and integrity.
At LifeWays being transparent means being honest and open. At its core LifeWays intends to establish trust and goodwill by building and preserving our reputation for integrity, high ethical standards, and accountability through open and honest communication.
Reports, Plans, + Audits
Mental Health Millages
Voters in Jackson and Hillsdale Counties approved mental health millages to expand access to care and support services for individuals who may not have adequate coverage. These locally generated funds are used to fill gaps in the system and strengthen community-based mental health services. Each county’s millage page also includes funding details and annual reports for full transparency.
Explore how millage funds are used in each county:
Millage Guide
A detailed overview of how millage funding works, including how services are funded and accessed across both counties.
JACKSON COUNTY REPORTS
FY 2020 Report
Hillsdale Facility Updates
LifeWays is developing a new behavioral health facility in Hillsdale County designed to expand access to services and better meet the needs of local residents.
The facility will support a broad range of behavioral health services and create opportunities for individuals and families to receive care closer to home. The project reflects LifeWays' ongoing commitment to improving access to services, enhancing the care experience, and investing in the future of behavioral health in Hillsdale County.
Latest Update:
The search for a new Hillsdale facility continues. This initiative represents more than just a change in physical location—it reflects an opportunity to bring critical services directly to the Hillsdale community. As demand for services has grown, LifeWays has outgrown its current space, reinforcing the need for a facility that can better support access to care. Work remains ongoing, and LifeWays remains committed to identifying a solution that meets the needs of the community.
Board Frequently Asked Questions
Official Statements
Access official statements, community updates, and responses to questions regarding LifeWays programs, services, funding, facilities, and governance.
This section provides information directly from LifeWays to help community members stay informed.
RECENT STATEMENTS
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Media Statement
LifeWays remains committed to ensuring that residents of Hillsdale County continue to have access to needed mental health services in a safe and appropriate environment. While the bond request has been withdrawn, our commitment to the community has not changed.At this time, LifeWays is reviewing all available alternatives and evaluating next steps related to long-term facility planning in Hillsdale County. That includes assessing potential funding approaches and operational considerations that would allow us to continue serving the community effectively and without interruption.
The delay and uncertainty surrounding this process have reinforced the importance of identifying a path forward that provides long-term stability and allows LifeWays to focus fully on its mission and the individuals and families it serves.
Throughout this process, LifeWays considered a wide range of operational, financial, and community factors related to the long-term stability, viability, and delivery of services in Hillsdale County. Community feedback has always been an important part of that process.
Moving forward, we want residents and county officials to know that LifeWays remains committed to Hillsdale County and will continue working toward solutions that support access to care while being responsive to community needs.
At this time, we are not in a position to discuss specific future financing strategies or operational planning details while internal evaluations are ongoing.
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Media Statement
LifeWays remains committed to improving access to behavioral health services for the Hillsdale community through the development of a new facility.From the beginning, our goal has been to pursue the most responsible financing approach possible. LifeWays approached a county-backed bond in spring 2025 to reduce long-term costs and ensure responsible stewardship of public resources.
At this time, we are respectfully awaiting further direction from the Hillsdale County Board of Commissioners regarding the bond request. In the meantime, LifeWays continues to evaluate other options so that we can responsibly move this important project forward and continue serving the needs of the community.
Corporate Compliance
LifeWays believes that integrity is one of the cornerstones of who we are and everything we do.
Our Corporate Compliance Program has been developed to assist LifeWays in understanding and following the laws, regulations, professional standards and ethical commitments that apply to our mission.
Advisory Councils + Committees
LifeWays is committed to including the voices of those we serve. We achieve this, in part, with the use of advisory councils and committees.
Consumer Advisory Council
Recipient Rights Advisory Committee
Self-Determination Advisory Committee
LifeWays has been awarded the highest level of accreditation by CARF International.
LifeWays is also held to the highest level of care by our overseeing organization,
Mid-State Health Network (MSHN)