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Safety Net Program

A Copper Shores Outreach & Education service.

Safety Net Program

This service is designed to provide crucial follow-up care for individuals who have recently experienced a mental health crisis. Staffed with trained professionals that have experience developing tailored safety plans for a diverse range of clientele and situations, this program aims to offer comprehensive support and continuity of care to ensure that individuals receive the help they need as they navigate their recovery journey.

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Initial Contact

Within 48 hours of enrolling in the program, clients will receive an initial contact from our team to begin the support process.

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Emotional Support

Ongoing emotional support is provided to help individuals manage their mental health and emotional well-being.
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Mood and Risk Assessment

Continuous assessment of mood and potential suicidal risk to ensure appropriate interventions are in place.
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Safety Plan Assistance

Help with creating and implementing a personalized safety plan to address immediate and long-term needs.
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Connection to Community Resources

Connection to relevant community resources and services to support overall recovery.

What to Expect

Clients can anticipate a proactive and supportive approach from our trained specialists. The Safety Net Program aims to bridge the gap between seeking initial help and connecting with more intensive professional services. This ensures that clients do not face delays in receiving the necessary support.

Eligibility

  • Available to anyone in Baraga, Houghton, Keweenaw and Ontonagon counties.
  • People 14 and older are eligible, or under 14 with parental consent. 
  • Provided free of charge.

For people experiencing

Suicide risk

Thoughts or feelings of suicide.

A complex crisis

Multiple hardships that are overwhelming, such as financial problems, mental health issues, abuse, etc.

Suicide bereavement

The loss of someone to suicide.

Substance use disorder

A complex condition that involves a problematic pattern of substance use.

We will reach out to offer

Support and Safety Planning

Assistance in creating a practical and effective safety plan.

Referrals

Guidance on connecting with additional professional services and resources.

Communication Options

Clients can choose to receive support via phone calls or text messages based on their preference.
"Follow-up care is provided on an individual basis. The Safety Net Program is flexible, allowing for changes as needed."
Kristen Martens, Program DirectorCopper Shores Outreach & Education

Getting Started

Mental health professionals can refer their patients to the Safety Net Program through a straightforward process.

1

Offer the patient a two-page packet that includes program information and consent form.

2

Have the patient fill out the consent form.

3

Have a staff member fax the consent form to Copper Shores Safety Net Program at 1 (906) 482-2502.

Meet the

Outreach & Education Team

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Kristine Martens

Program Director - Outreach & Education
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Callisto Cortez

Youth Development Specialist
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Lisa Simpson

Prevention Coordinator
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Kassy Kallio

Community Support Specialist & Michigan Certified Peer Recovery Coach
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