Connecting our Community at RESILIENCE Night

On September 16, 2026, Up North Prevention had the opportunity to join the community for the Traverse City Police Department’s RESILIENCE Night, an evening focused on connection, education, support, and reducing the stigma that can prevent people from reaching out for help.

For Up North Prevention, being part of this event was about more than setting up a resource table. It was an opportunity to stand alongside our community partners and create a welcoming space where people could learn about available resources, have conversations, ask questions, and know they are not alone.

Our resource table provided information about prevention, mental health, substance use, recovery, and other community supports. Events like RESILIENCE Night help make resources more accessible by bringing information directly to community members in a comfortable and welcoming environment.

Sometimes, knowing where to start can be the hardest part. Bringing local organizations together in one place can help bridge that gap and make it easier for individuals and families to connect with the resources and support that best fit their needs.