Established 2002 - Michigan Region 6
Strengthening
Healthcare
Preparedness
Established in 2002 through the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) Bureau of EMS, Trauma and Preparedness, the MiRegion6 Healthcare Coalition brings together healthcare and response partners across the region to strengthen emergency preparedness and response capabilities.
Through the Hospital Preparedness (HP) Program, the coalition collaborates with hospitals, emergency medical services, public health agencies, and supporting healthcare organizations to ensure a coordinated, effective response to terrorism, natural disasters, public health threats, and other healthcare emergencies.
MiRegion6 is committed to building resilient healthcare systems by enhancing planning, communication, training, and resource coordination—ensuring the region is prepared to protect and care for its communities when it matters most.
200+
Partner Organizations
13
Counties Served
20+
Years of Service
24/7
MCC Support
Our Purpose
Building Healthcare Resilience
Working together to ensure our communities are prepared for any healthcare emergency
Our Mission
To ensure hospitals and healthcare partners are ready to work together and provide coordinated, effective care during emergencies that impact our communities—through collaborative planning, resource sharing, training, and communication across Michigan Region 6.
Our Vision
A fully integrated healthcare system across 13 West Michigan counties where hospitals, EMS, and public health agencies work seamlessly together during emergencies—ensuring every community member receives the care they need, when it matters most.
Collaboration
Stronger Together
Excellence
Highest Standards
Compassion
Putting Patient Care First
Transparency
Open Communication
What We Do
Our Core Services
Comprehensive Support for healthcare organizations to prepare, respond, and recover from emergencies
Emergency Planning
Comprehensive hazard vulnerability assessments and emergency response planning
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HVA Assessments
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EOP Development
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Exercise Planning
Training & Education
Evidence-based training programs for healthcare emergency preparedness
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FEMA Courses
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Clinical Training
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Leadership Development
Communication Systems
Redundant communication networks for crisis coordination
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MI-HAN Network
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Mass Notification
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Interoperability
Resource Management
Strategic resource caching and mutual aid coordination
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Equipment Caches
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Mutual Aid
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Logistics Support
What We Do
Our Partner Organizations
A diverse Network of healthcare and emergency response organizations working together
20
Hospitals
10
EMS
7
Public Health
14
Emergency Mgmt
64+
Long-Term Care
11
Clinics