In.Reach Study

Improving health and well-being, including addressing the impacts of alcohol use.

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The In.Reach Study is a University of Michigan research project aimed at helping people improve their health and well-being, including addressing the impacts of alcohol use.

We need participants like you!

Before you can join the study, we’ll need to make sure you qualify.

To find out if you might qualify, contact us using the information at the right or follow the survey link we sent you.

Contact Us

For University of Michigan patients:
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 734-496-8154

For VA patients:
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 734-881-034

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

If you qualify, participation in this study will take place over about one year. As a participant in this study, you will be asked to either complete one brief phone conversation or complete up to 8 sessions over the phone or video. These sessions can include getting to know you and what’s important to you, looking at how alcohol use and other health behaviors fit with your goals, and other resources for improving your health. You will also be asked to complete an initial assessment (brief survey and interview) and then 3 follow-up assessments across over the next year or so.

While not everyone in our study will benefit, you may find it useful to talk with someone about your health, including alcohol use, and meeting your personal goals. You will also receive health resources and up to $225 across the study period.

If you join the In.Reach study, your information and participation will be kept confidential and secure. Information collected about you in this study (e.g., survey answers, interviews) will not be directly tied to your name, address, or other personal information.

To find out whether you qualify, we’ll ask you some questions. You can complete the survey by clicking the link below and entering your password if you received an email from us. You can call us to complete the survey by phone or see if you are eligible to complete the survey.

MEET OUR TEAM

Principal Investigators

Lewei Allison Lin, MD, MS

Associate Professor, Department of Psychiatry, U-M Addiction Center
Co-Director of MI-ACRE
Director of the Addiction Psychiatry Fellowship Program
Practicing Addiction Clinician, VA Ann Arbor Healthcare System
Research Scientist, VA Ann Arbor Healthcare System

Erin E. Bonar, PhD

Professor, Department of Psychiatry
The Kathy Fant Brzoznowski Research Professor in Behavioral Health Technology Innovations
U-M Addiction Center
Director of Research Strategy, MI-ACRE

Team Members

Alesha, LLP, LBA

Alesha has a master’s degree in clinical behavioral psychology and works with participants on their health goals. For fun, she enjoys spending time with her dogs and baking.

Alyssa, MA

Alyssa has a Master's Degree in Experimental Psychology and is a research staff member with the In.Reach team. In her free time, she enjoys playing instruments and learning new ones.

Carly Brin, LMSW

Carly has a master’s degree in social work and helps oversee the In.Reach study and works with participants on their health goals. For fun, she enjoys spending time outdoors with her dog.

Carrie Bourque, LLP

Carrie is a Limited Licensed Clinical Psychologist and Clinical Supervisor at the University of Michigan Department of Psychiatry.

Deb, LMSW

Deb has a master’s degree in social work who helps coordinate the In.Reach study activities and works with participants. She is a big fan of time spent outdoors and loves to try new restaurants!.

Emily

Emily is a Research Assistant with the In.Reach team. She is currently pursuing her master’s degree in healthcare administration and is interested in improving access to healthcare, specifically mental health services. In her free time, she enjoys running and cooking.

Hannah, LPC

Hannah has a master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and provides sessions as part of the In.Reach study. There are few things she enjoys more than reading, baking, and swimming!

Jaclyn

Jaclyn is a Clinical Research Assistant with the In.Reach team. In her free time, she enjoys cooking, reading fantasy and science fiction novels, and being with loved ones - especially her cats!

Jessie Skaff

Jessie is a clinical research assistant with the In.Reach team. In her free time, she enjoys practicing yoga and spending time with her friends and family.

Matt

Matt is a Clinical Subjects Associate with the In.Reach team. In his free time, he enjoys watching and playing sports with friends.

Shayla

Shayla is a research technician with the In.Reach team. She is passionate about mental health and plans to pursue a graduate degree in the field. In her free time, Shayla enjoys walking in nature and spending time with her family and friends--especially her dogs.

RESOURCES

If you or someone you know is struggling or in crisis, help is available. Call or text 988 or chat 988lifeline.org

Veterans, dial 988 and press 1, or text 838255
U-M Psychiatric Emergency Services: 734-936-5900
Ann Arbor VA Main hospital phone: 734-769-7100
Ann Arbor VA Mental health care line: 734-845-3471
In.Reach Phone: 734-496-8154

Alcohol & Other Substance Use Resources

Ann Arbor VA Substance Use Disorder Clinic
734- 845-3471

Detroit VA Mental Health/Substance Use Clinic
313-576-1000 x61051

Battle Creek VA
888-214-1247 x33680

For other VAs and services: Make the Connection
Veterans can access resources through the VA, SAMHSA or the National Resource Directory all in one place.

Mental Health Resources

VA Mental Health Resources

Mission Reconnect
Veterans can learn mind-body techniques to strengthen their mental well-being.

Peer Support

Vets for Warriors
Veterans and active-duty military can find free, confidential peer support from other veterans.
1 855-838-8255

Vet 2 Vet
A peer support group through VA. It is run by Veterans, for Veterans in recovery from anything—substance use, mental health issues, and/or physical issues. This group is for those who want to “Keep it real” and help each other work through problems caused by mental, physical, emotional, or social difficulties.
Call 734-845-5405 to join at Ann Arbor VA

Veteran Affairs Services & Medical Centers

How to connect with Veteran Affairs services: You can search for your local VA facility by going to the following link and using the hospital locator on the left-hand side. Then call the main number for that facility and tell them that you would like to enroll in VA care. Be prepared to provide your discharge paperwork to verify your military service.

Washtenaw County Veterans Affairs
734-973-4540

Vet Centers: Vet Centers are local, community-based confidential counseling centers that support war Veterans, service members, and military family members with postdeployment readjustment services.

For assistance after hours, weekends, and holidays call: 1-877-WAR-VETS (1-877-927-8387)

Risks of Drug/Alcohol Use During Pregnancy

Using alcohol and/or drugs during the first stage of pregnancy can cause birth defects, and miscarriage. Throughout pregnancy, alcohol and drug use can cause complications, pre-term birth and death

Information on Taking Opioids While Pregnant

Information on Substance Abuse While Pregnant

Information on Detoxing and Recovery for Pregnant Women

Services for Women with High Risk Pregnancy
Ypsilanti: 734-528-9125
Ann Arbor: 734-763-6295

SafeHouse Center
734-995-5444

Michigan Coalition to End Domestic & Sexual Violence
855-VOICES4 (855-864-2374) 24-hour hotline

The Women’s Center of Southeastern Michigan
734-973-6779

The National Domestic Violence Hotline
800-799-7233 (24 hours)

Michigan Abuse & Neglect Reporting Hotline
855-444-3911 (24 hours)

Education & Employment

Job Corps – Detroit Center
313-852-0300
Services: Programs to help start a career, earn a high school diploma or GED, and find a good job

Michigan Works!
734-714-9814
Services: Job training and development

Going PRO in Michigan
Services: Resources to enter a skilled trade apprenticeship or training program

Dress for Success Michigan
Ypsilanti: 734-712-0517
Services: Provide women with workplace-related resources, including professional attire

Pure Michigan Talent Connect
Services: Search for open jobs throughout the state, explore career possibilities, and locate job fairs

Ann Arbor Public Schools Adult Education
734-994-2200
Services: Free GED, high school completion, ESL, and citizenship classes both in-person and online

Michigan Adult Education Program Locations
Services: Locate adult education programs throughout the state, sorted by region

Housing, Food & Clothing

United Way of Washtenaw County
734-971-8200

2-1-1 (24 Hour Resource Hotline)

Avalon Housing
734-663-5858

Food Banks
Ypsilanti: SOS Community Services
734-484-9945

Ann Arbor Community Center
734-662-3128

Volunteering Opportunities

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Washtenaw County
734-975-0933
Activities: Mentor kids between 7-14 years old

Arbor Hospice
734-662-5999
Activities: Provide comfort & support at end-of-life for individuals and their families

Community Action Network (CAN)
734-994-2985
Activities: Partner with children/families with limited resources

United Way Volunteer Center
Search for additional volunteer opportunities in Washtenaw County

Recreation

Washtenaw County Parks & Recreation
Activities: Sports/fitness equipment & facilities, gardens, trails, pavilions/picnic areas

Ann Arbor YMCA
734-996-9622
Activities: Classes, sports, and health education for youth and adults in both Ann Arbor and Ypsilanti

Michigan Public Community Calendar
Activities: Find events, exhibits, concerts, and more around Southeast Michigan

University of Michigan Museums
Admission is free at all of Michigan’s 12 museums

Libraries

Ypsilanti District Library
734-482-4110
Three locations within Ypsilanti
Activities: Access to books, databases, computers, and other media, along with workshop topics including crafts, technology, and civic involvement

Ann Arbor District Library
734-327-4200
Five locations within Ann Arbor
Activities: Access to multiple forms of media and computers, along with workshops on a variety of topics for all ages

Local College/University Libraries (open to the public):