Join us for the 2025 NACG National Webcast, Family Dynamics and Grief: Strategies for Supporting Young People Through Loss. Thursday, March 20th, 1:00 – 5:00pm @ Michael's Place.
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Michael's Place provides grief support services throughout northern lower Michigan.
Located in Traverse City, Michael’s Place has been a leading provider of grief support services in northern Michigan for more than 20 years. Michael’s Place programs, resources, and educational opportunities are tailored to meet the unique needs of children, adults, and the community, offering compassionate care and promoting healthy healing.
Grief Support Services
In-Person and Virtual Support
Take part in virtual and in-person support programs for children, teens and adults.
Events, Workshops and Activities
Michael's Place provides resources and events that can ease the path toward healing.
School Bereavement Programs
We help schools develop plans to properly address the loss of a student or colleague.
Bereavement Programs for Businesses
We help both employers and employees when a death impacts their place of work.
Upcoming Events
Michael’s Place is looking for volunteers to help facilitate peer support groups. Our support group facilitators provide a safe, caring environment for children and adults grieving the death of a loved one. If you want to make a difference in the lives of those grieving in our community, we’d love to meet you! Contact us at 231.947.6453 or volunteer@mymichaelsplace.net.
Michael's Place Hosts GriefShare in Partnership with East Bay Calvary Church. We will offer two options for this 13-week series. Click on the event page for more information.
Join us for a special gathering for those grieving the loss of a mother or mothers grieving the loss of a child. Enjoy a fun pasta-making workshop and tasty treats. Connect with others and share memories of your loved one. If you wish, feel free to bring a special memento to share with your table. Monday, May 5th, 11am-1:00pm. Availability for this event is limited. Please RSVP by May 1st to Sarah@MyMichaelsPlace.net or (231) 947-6453.
Our Robin’s Nest families are invited for an afternoon of ice skating & pizza at Centre Ice! Sunday, March 16th, 1:30-3:30pm Please RSVP by March 12th to Elizabeth at 231-947-6453 or Elizabeth@MyMichaelsPlace.net.
Thank you to all of the kind supporters who make our work possible.
Most families suffering the loss of a loved one are already burdened with financial hardship. That is why Michael’s Place board and supporters strongly believe that all who grieve should have the opportunity to receive grief support services without cost. We are a non-profit organization supported by our volunteers and contributions from people like you. Thank you very sincerely for supporting our mission.
Office Hours
Monday-Thursday, 9:00am-4:00pm*
* With extended evening and weekend hours for grief support programming.
Important
- It’s important to note that Michael’s Place is not a crisis center. If you are experiencing a medical or mental health emergency, please call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room. If you are in need of immediate emotional support or are experiencing thoughts of suicide, please contact the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline.
- Michael’s Place follows the TCAPS inclement weather policy, and all programming is canceled on snow days.
- Michael’s Place observes major holidays and is closed the week of TCAPS spring break, week of Cherry Festival and week of Christmas-New Year’s
Our Location
1212 Veterans Drive, Ste. 100
Traverse City, MI 49684