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Traverse City Today
By the People, for the People
Traverse City Police Renames Initiative to Clarify Mission
The department's Quick Response Team is now called the RESILIENCE Program to address confusion and better reflect its approach.
Published on Feb. 10, 2026
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The Traverse City Police Department has renamed its Quick Response Team to the RESILIENCE Program, following a 2024 University of Michigan evaluation that found a significant reduction in negative law enforcement contacts for participants. The department chose the new name to clarify the program's mission and address confusion identified by partner agencies and participants.
Why it matters
The rebranding aims to better communicate the program's focus on addressing co-occurring substance use, mental health crises, and homelessness through a non-traditional, voluntary approach that strengthens participants' existing abilities.
The details
The RESILIENCE Program serves vulnerable individuals at high risk of overdose and involvement in the justice system. While the name and logo have changed, the program's design remains the same, maintaining its original eligibility requirements and the role of the Police Support Services Worker.
- The Traverse City Police Department renamed its Quick Response Team to the RESILIENCE Program on Feb. 10, 2026.
- The University of Michigan conducted an evaluation of the program in 2024 as part of the Comprehensive Opioid, Stimulant and Substance Use Program grant.
The players
Traverse City Police Department
The local law enforcement agency that oversees the RESILIENCE Program, formerly known as the Quick Response Team.
University of Michigan
The institution that conducted an evaluation of the program in 2024, finding a statistically significant reduction in negative law enforcement contacts for participants.
What’s next
The department expects more robust follow-up and outcome reporting under the new RESILIENCE Program brand.
The takeaway
By renaming its initiative and clarifying its mission, the Traverse City Police Department aims to better communicate its approach to addressing complex social issues like substance use, mental health, and homelessness through a voluntary, supportive program that empowers participants.
