Waterford Resident Receives OCHN Peer Award

OAKLAND COUNTY, MI (August 26, 2022) – Kimberly Moore was one of twelve Oakland

County residents who received a Peer Recognition Award from Oakland Community Health
Network (OCHN) during its 2022 “Your Voice, Your Value” conference.

The peer awards celebrate the contributions of peers to support people within the public mental
health system, and include peer support specialists, peer mentors, recovery coaches, youth peer
supports, and parent support partners.

Moore received the Hope Giver Award, which honors someone who offers hope, encourages
people in a positive way, and gives others an optimistic perspective during challenging times.
Clifton provides support to individuals to help them accomplish their personal and professional
goals.

About OCHN

OCHN is contracted by the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services to lead a provider service network that assists approximately 23,000 Oakland County citizens at more than 300 service sites across the county. People who receive public behavioral health services through OCHN's provider network include those who have an intellectual or developmental disability, mental health challenge, or substance use disorder. Most of these individuals have Medicaid insurance coverage.

OCHN's goal is to ensure these individuals are aware of and have access to services and supports that will improve their health and quality of life, as well as ensure their engagement in full community participation. Its mission to “inspire hope, empower people, and strengthen communities” reflects an unyielding belief in a "Valuable System for Valued People." Programs and supports provided by OCHN's service network are available at www.oaklandchn.org.

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