CIT International Michigan provides several primary services. We provide capacity building by helping you put systems in place to prepare for bringing a CIT Program to your community. We support your community with technical assistance through the team building process and implementation of your CIT program. We provide direction and advocacy for your program by helping your team work through system barriers and fight for high quality responses to, and resources for behavioral health crisis across the state of Michigan.

If you have a question on whether CIT International, Michigan can help your program, don’t hesitate to reach out to us at info@citimichigan.org! We may have policies, sample projects, or be able to connect you with someone who can provide your team with assistance.

Although our main office is located in Lansing, we service the entire state of Michigan. We are available to meet in person and/or virtually, depending on the needs of your community. If you are interested in meeting with us to learn more, don’t hesitate to reach out to info@citimichigan.org!

The biggest investment in developing a CIT program is time. Establishing a successful program requires that Steering Committee members commit the time to meet regularly and collaboratively to build the core elements of the initiative.

Most CIT programs are run by agencies that volunteer to be a part of the Team. Designating a CIT coordinator to help manage the program can be a full-time, part-time, or a volunteer basis. The staffing of the CIT coordinator role depends on the funding available, and the priorities set by the Steering Committee.

Ultimately, the costs of a CIT program vary by community. The structure and scope of your program should reflect your local needs, resources, and commitment. With thoughtful planning and shared ownership, many communities have successfully launched CIT programs with minimal financial resources.