Navigating the landscape of Michigan Human Services can be complex. To simplify this process, we’ve compiled a detailed guide to the essential policies and resources you need. Whether you are a service provider, a community member seeking assistance, or simply looking for information, this page serves as your central hub to access crucial documents and manuals.
This guide categorizes various policy areas within Michigan Human Services, providing direct links to summaries, manuals, and related resources. Explore the sections below to find the specific information you require regarding Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) policies and procedures.
Administrative Policies
Administrative policies are foundational to the operation of Michigan’s human services programs. These policies cover a wide range of crucial functions, ensuring efficient and compliant service delivery.
- Summary of Manual Updates/Bulletin (APB): Stay up-to-date with the latest changes and revisions to administrative policies. Summary of Manual Updates/Bulletin (APB)
- Administrative Policy Financial Operations (APA): Understand the guidelines governing financial operations within human services administration. Administrative Policy Financial Operations (APA)
- Administrative Policy Communications (APC): Learn about the communication protocols and standards for effective information sharing. Administrative Policy Communications (APC)
- Administrative Policy Facilities/Hospital (APF): Access policies related to facilities and hospital operations within the human services framework. Administrative Policy Facilities/Hospital (APF)
- Administrative Policy Legal (APL): Review the legal policies that guide decision-making and compliance in human services. Administrative Policy Legal (APL)
- Administrative Policy Organization (APO): Explore the organizational structure and policy framework of Michigan’s human services. Administrative Policy Organization (APO)
- Administrative Policy Privacy (APP): Understand the privacy regulations and client data protection policies in place. Administrative Policy Privacy (APP)
- Administrative Policy Human Resources (APR): Access human resources policies relevant to the human services workforce. Administrative Policy Human Resources (APR)
- Administrative Policy Security (APS): Learn about security protocols and measures to safeguard human services operations and data. Administrative Policy Security (APS)
- Administrative Policy Technology (APT): Review policies related to technology use and management within human services programs. Administrative Policy Technology (APT)
- Administrative Policy Compliance (APX): Understand the compliance standards and procedures for human services operations. Administrative Policy Compliance (APX)
Adult Services
Michigan Human Services provides a range of services dedicated to supporting adults in need. These resources are designed to promote independence, well-being, and community integration.
- Summary of Manual Updates/Bulletin (ASB): Stay informed about the latest updates and bulletins related to Adult Services policies. Summary of Manual Updates/Bulletin (ASB)
- Adult Services Manual (ASM): Access the comprehensive manual detailing policies and procedures for Adult Services programs. Adult Services Manual (ASM)
- Adult Services Manual (ASM) for Mobile Devices: Conveniently access the Adult Services Manual optimized for mobile devices. Adult Services Manual (ASM) for Mobile Devices
- Glossary (ASG): Understand key terms and definitions used within Adult Services policy and documentation. Glossary (ASG)
Bridges: Cash, Child Care, Medical, Food and Emergency Relief Assistance
Bridges programs in Michigan offer crucial support for individuals and families, providing access to cash assistance, child care subsidies, medical benefits, food assistance, and emergency relief.
- Summary of Manual Updates/Bulletin (BPB): Keep up-to-date with the most recent changes in Bridges program policies and guidelines. Summary of Manual Updates/Bulletin (BPB)
- Bridges Administrative Manual (BAM): Access the administrative manual outlining the operational framework for Bridges programs. Bridges Administrative Manual (BAM)
- Bridges Administrative Manual (BAM) for Mobile Devices: Access the Bridges Administrative Manual in a mobile-friendly format. Bridges Administrative Manual (BAM) for Mobile Devices
- Bridges Eligibility Manual (BEM): Consult the eligibility manual for detailed criteria and procedures for Bridges program access. Bridges Eligibility Manual (BEM)
- Bridges Eligibility Manual (BEM) for Mobile Devices: Utilize the mobile version of the Bridges Eligibility Manual for easy access. Bridges Eligibility Manual (BEM) for Mobile Devices
- Glossary (BPG): Familiarize yourself with the terminology used in Bridges program policies and manuals. Glossary (BPG)
State Emergency Relief
Michigan’s State Emergency Relief (SER) program provides immediate assistance to individuals and families facing emergency situations, helping them address urgent needs and regain stability.
- Summary of Manual Updates/Bulletin (ERB): Stay informed about policy updates and bulletins related to the State Emergency Relief program. Summary of Manual Updates/Bulletin (ERB)
- State Emergency Relief Manual (ERM): Access the comprehensive manual detailing policies and procedures for the State Emergency Relief program. State Emergency Relief Manual (ERM)
- State Emergency Relief Manual (ERM) for Mobile Devices: Access the State Emergency Relief Manual conveniently on your mobile device. State Emergency Relief Manual (ERM) for Mobile Devices
- Glossary (ERG): Understand the key terms and definitions used within the State Emergency Relief program documentation. Glossary (ERG)
Children’s Services Agency
The Children’s Services Agency within Michigan Human Services is dedicated to the safety and well-being of children. This section provides resources for adoption services, foster care, child protective services, and more.
Adoption Services
- Summary of Manual Updates/Bulletin (ADB): Stay informed on the latest policy changes for Adoption Services. Summary of Manual Updates/Bulletin (ADB)
- Adoption Services Manual (ADM): Access the comprehensive manual detailing policies and procedures for adoption services in Michigan. Adoption Services Manual (ADM)
- Adoption Services Manual (ADM) for Mobile Devices: Use the mobile-optimized version of the Adoption Services Manual. Adoption Services Manual (ADM) for Mobile Devices
- Policy Aid: Access additional policy guidance and support for adoption services. Policy Aid
- Glossary (ADG): Understand the terminology specific to adoption services policies and procedures. Glossary (ADG)
- Adoption Forms: Find links to essential forms required for adoption processes in Michigan. Adoption Forms
Adoption Assistance
- Summary of Manual Updates/Bulletin (AAB): Stay updated on policy changes related to Adoption Assistance programs. Summary of Manual Updates/Bulletin (AAB)
- Adoption Assistance Manual (AAM): Access the manual detailing policies and procedures for Adoption Assistance in Michigan. Adoption Assistance Manual (AAM)
- Adoption Assistance Manual (AAM) for Mobile Devices: Access the Adoption Assistance Manual on mobile devices. Adoption Assistance Manual (AAM) for Mobile Devices
- Policy Aid: Find additional policy support for Adoption Assistance programs. Policy Aid
Children’s Foster Care
- Summary of Manual Updates/Bulletin (FOB): Keep informed about the latest policy updates for Children’s Foster Care. Summary of Manual Updates/Bulletin (FOB)
- Children’s Foster Care Manual (FOM): Access the manual outlining policies and procedures for foster care services. Children’s Foster Care Manual (FOM)
- Children’s Foster Care Manual (FOM) for Mobile Devices: Utilize the mobile-friendly version of the Children’s Foster Care Manual. Children’s Foster Care Manual (FOM) for Mobile Devices
- Policy Aid: Access further policy resources for Children’s Foster Care services. Policy Aid
- Foster Care Forms: Find links to necessary forms for foster care processes in Michigan. Foster Care Forms
Child Guardianship
- Summary of Manual Updates/Bulletin (GDB): Stay informed on policy updates related to Child Guardianship. Summary of Manual Updates/Bulletin (GDB)
- Child Guardianship Manual (GDM): Access the manual detailing policies and procedures for child guardianship services. Child Guardianship Manual (GDM)
- Child Guardianship Manual (GDM) for Mobile Devices: Access the Child Guardianship Manual on your mobile device. Child Guardianship Manual (GDM) for Mobile Devices
- Policy Aid: Find additional policy resources for Child Guardianship services. Policy Aid
- Glossary (GDG): Understand key terms related to child guardianship policies and procedures. Glossary (GDG)
- Child Guardianship Forms: Access links to forms required for child guardianship processes in Michigan. Child Guardianship Forms
Children’s Protective Services
- Summary of Manual Updates/Bulletin (PSB): Stay updated on policy changes for Children’s Protective Services. Summary of Manual Updates/Bulletin (PSB)
- Children’s Protective Services Manual (PSM): Access the manual outlining policies and procedures for child protective services. Children’s Protective Services Manual (PSM)
- Children’s Protective Services Manual (PSM) for Mobile Devices: Use the mobile-optimized version of the Children’s Protective Services Manual. Children’s Protective Services Manual (PSM) for Mobile Devices
- Policy Aid: Find additional policy resources for Children’s Protective Services. Policy Aid
- Children’s Protective Services Forms: Access links to forms needed for Children’s Protective Services processes in Michigan. Children’s Protective Services Forms
Interstate Compact
- Summary of Manual Updates/Bulletin (ICB): Stay informed on policy updates related to the Interstate Compact. Summary of Manual Updates/Bulletin (ICB)
- Interstate Compact Manual (ICM): Access the manual detailing policies and procedures for the Interstate Compact. Interstate Compact Manual (ICM)
- Policy Aid: Find additional policy resources for the Interstate Compact. Policy Aid
- Interstate Compact Forms: Access links to forms required for Interstate Compact processes. Interstate Compact Forms
Juvenile Justice Field Services
- Summary of Manual Updates/Bulletin (JJB): Stay updated on policy changes for Juvenile Justice Field Services. Summary of Manual Updates/Bulletin (JJB)
- Juvenile Justice Field Services Manual (JJM): Access the manual outlining policies and procedures for juvenile justice field services. Juvenile Justice Field Services Manual (JJM)
- Juvenile Justice Field Services (JJM) for Mobile Devices: Use the mobile-friendly version of the Juvenile Justice Field Services Manual. Juvenile Justice Field Services (JJM) for Mobile Devices
- Glossary (JJG): Understand key terms related to juvenile justice field services policies. Glossary (JJG)
Services Requirements
- Summary of Manual Updates/Bulletin (SRB): Stay informed on policy updates for Services Requirements. Summary of Manual Updates/Bulletin (SRB)
- Services Funding and Payments Manual (SRF): Access the manual detailing policies for service funding and payments. Services Funding and Payments Manual (SRF)
- Services Funding and Payments Manual (SRF) for Mobile Devices: Access the Services Funding and Payments Manual on mobile devices. Services Funding and Payments Manual (SRF) for Mobile Devices
- Services Requirements Manual (SRM): Access the manual outlining general service requirements and guidelines. Services Requirements Manual (SRM)
- Services Requirements Manual (SRM) for Mobile Devices: Use the mobile-optimized version of the Services Requirements Manual. Services Requirements Manual (SRM) for Mobile Devices
- Glossary (SRG): Understand key terms related to service requirements policies. Glossary (SRG)
- Policy Aid: Find additional policy resources for service requirements. Policy Aid
Juvenile Justice Residential
- Summary of Manual Updates/Bulletin (JRB): Stay informed on policy updates for Juvenile Justice Residential services. Summary of Manual Updates/Bulletin (JRB)
- Juvenile Justice Residential Manual (JRM): Access the manual outlining policies for juvenile justice residential facilities. Juvenile Justice Residential Manual (JRM)
- Juvenile Justice Residential (JRM) for Mobile Devices: Access the Juvenile Justice Residential Manual on mobile devices. Juvenile Justice Residential (JRM) for Mobile Devices
- Glossary (JRG): Understand key terms related to juvenile justice residential policies. Glossary (JRG)
Native American Affairs
- Summary of Manual Updates/Bulletin (NAB): Stay informed on policy updates related to Native American Affairs. Summary of Manual Updates/Bulletin (NAB)
- Tribal Agreements (TAM): Access policies and information related to tribal agreements. Tribal Agreements (TAM)
- Tribal Agreements (TAM) for Mobile Devices: Access Tribal Agreements information on mobile devices. Tribal Agreements (TAM) for Mobile Devices
- Native American Affairs (NAA): Review policies specific to Native American Affairs within Michigan Human Services. Native American Affairs (NAA)
- Native American Affairs (NAA) for Mobile Devices: Access Native American Affairs policies on mobile devices. Native American Affairs (NAA) for Mobile Devices
- Native American Outreach Services (NAO): Learn about policies related to Native American Outreach Services. Native American Outreach Services (NAO)
- Native American Outreach Services (NAO) for Mobile Devices: Access Native American Outreach Services policies on mobile devices. Native American Outreach Services (NAO) for Mobile Devices
- Glossary (NAG): Understand key terms related to Native American Affairs policies. Glossary (NAG)
- Native American Affairs Forms: Find links to forms related to Native American Affairs services. Native American Affairs Forms
- Policy Aid: Policy Aid
Child Welfare Licensing
- Child Caring Institutions: Child Caring Institutions
- Children’s Foster Care: Children’s Foster Care
- Children’s Foster Home Licensing Technical Assistance (TA) Manual: Children’s Foster Home Licensing Technical Assistance (TA) Manual
- Child Placing Agencies: Child Placing Agencies
- Juvenile Court Operated Facilities: Juvenile Court Operated Facilities
- Complaints: Complaints
Child Support
Michigan’s Child Support program ensures that children receive financial support from both parents. Access policy manuals and resources related to child support here.
Michigan IV-D Child Support Manual
- Michigan IV-D Child Support Manual: Michigan IV-D Child Support Manual – This new manual takes precedence over older policy documents. Always check here first for the most current child support policies.
Policy Manuals – Child Support Policy Manual
- Summary of Manual Updates/Bulletin (CSB): Stay informed on updates to the Child Support Policy Manual. Summary of Manual Updates/Bulletin (CSB)
- Child Support (CSM): Child Support (CSM)
Combined IV-D Policy Manual
- Summary of Manual Updates/Bulletin (4DB): Stay informed on updates to the Combined IV-D Policy Manual. Summary of Manual Updates/Bulletin (4DB)
- Combined IV-D Policy (4DM): Combined IV-D Policy (4DM)
Friend of the Court (FOC) Policy Manual
- Summary of Manual Updates/Bulletin (FCB): Stay informed on updates to the Friend of the Court Policy Manual. Summary of Manual Updates/Bulletin (FCB)
- Friend of the Court (FOC): Friend of the Court (FOC)
Prosecuting Attorney (PAH) Policy Manual
- Summary of Manual Updates/Bulletin (PAB): Stay informed on updates to the Prosecuting Attorney Policy Manual. Summary of Manual Updates/Bulletin (PAB)
- Prosecuting Attorney (PAH): Prosecuting Attorney (PAH)
Community Resource
Community Resources play a vital role in supporting individuals and families. Explore policies and resources related to community-based services within Michigan Human Services.
- Summary of Manual Updates/Bulletin (CRB): Stay informed on updates to Community Resource policies. Summary of Manual Updates/Bulletin (CRB)
- Community Resource (CRM): Access the manual outlining policies and resources for community services. Community Resource (CRM)
- Glossary (CRG): Understand key terms related to community resource policies. Glossary (CRG)
Crime Codes Exhibit
- Crime Codes: Crime Codes – Access the exhibit of crime codes relevant to human services policy.
Grants and Purchasing
This section provides access to policies and manuals related to grants and purchasing within Michigan Human Services.
Grants
- Summary of Manual Updates/Bulletin (GPB): Stay informed on updates to Grants policies. Summary of Manual Updates/Bulletin (GPB)
- Grants Manual (GPM): Access the manual outlining policies and procedures for grants management. Grants Manual (GPM)
Population Health Policy
Population Health policies aim to improve the overall health and well-being of Michigan residents. Explore resources related to public health policy and guidelines.
- Summary of Manual Updates/Bulletin (HPB): Stay informed on updates to Population Health policies. Summary of Manual Updates/Bulletin (HPB)
- Population Health Administrative Manual (HPA): Access the administrative manual for population health policies. Population Health Administrative Manual (HPA)
- Epidemiology and Public Health Policy Manual (HPE): Review the manual on epidemiology and public health policy. Epidemiology and Public Health Policy Manual (HPE)
- Health and Wellness Policy Manual (HPH): Access the manual focusing on health and wellness policies. Health and Wellness Policy Manual (HPH)
- Laboratories Manual (HPL): Review the manual related to laboratories and public health. Laboratories Manual (HPL)
Additional Policy Updates
- Subscribe to Email Alerts for Policy Updates: Subscribe to Email Alerts for Policy Updates – Sign up to receive email notifications about policy updates directly.
- View Policy with a Future Effective Date: View Policy with a Future Effective Date – Access policies that are scheduled to take effect in the future.
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This comprehensive guide is designed to provide you with easy access to Michigan Human Services policies and resources. Explore the sections relevant to your needs and stay informed about the policies that shape human services in Michigan.
