Join us for a Therapeutic Sound session led by Courtney Miller from Sound Studio “Bgoji Jiibikoon” (Wild Roots) Wednesday, November 6th, 12:30-2:30pm This 90-minute session will focus on areas of the body that hold all the electricity that revolves around thought forms of Sadness, Grief, Loss, Resentment, and over-accommodating others.
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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 Hosts GriefShare's Surviving the Holidays Workshop in Partnership with East Bay Calvary Church. Thursday, November 7th, 5:30-8:30pm Michael's Place 1212 Veterans Drive, Ste 100, Traverse City, MI 49684
Join us Thursday, November 14th, from 4 to 6 p.m. at Hagerty Center for an evening of connection that offers solace and inspiration during a challenging season. This event is offered in collaboration with Reynolds Jonkhoff Funeral Home, Hospice of Michigan, Heartland Hospice, and Monarch Home Health Services.
Join Robin's Nest for a Gingerbread House and Cookie Decorating Extravaganza! Saturday, December 7th, 11:00am - 2:00 pm. Please RSVP by November 21st to elizabeth@mymichaelsplace.net or (231) 947-6453.
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. The Fall Series runs weekly on Tuesdays, 6:00-8:00pm, September 17, 2024 – December 10, 2024. You can join anytime during the series. Click on the event page for more information.
The City Opera House has extended an invitation to the adult participants at Michael's Place to come and enjoy an evening of music with Interlochen in Town: Musical Theater Showcase on Thursday, October 17, at 7:00 pm and Friday, November 8th, at 7:00 pm. Please RSVP by October 10th to Elizabeth at 231-947-6453 or Elizabeth@MyMichaelsPlace.net. Location: City Opera House 106 E. Front Street, Traverse City
A seated yoga practice followed by coffee and conversation. Occurs on the 4th Wednesdays, monthly. Seated Yoga – 10:00am-11:00am.
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 Headquarters
1212 Veterans Drive, Ste. 100
Traverse City, MI 49684