Turning Leaf Behavioral Health Services
About Us
Mission Statement
At Turning Leaf Behavioral Health Services, our mission is to enrich the quality of life of the individuals that we serve through rehabilitative and therapeutic services in overcoming their barriers to living as productively and independently as can be realistically expected.
Turning Leaf is a CARF-Accredited behavioral health treatment provider supporting adults within a continuum of residential programs that are outcome-driven and community based. Our treatment programs are designed to provide person-centered support to individuals in their recovery or stabilization as they progress towards an individually-appropriate amount of support. Our continuum includes CARF-Accredited Residential Treatment, Community Housing, Day Treatment and Community Integration programs.
Core Values
We hold sacred:
An uncompromising commitment to the physical and emotional health and well-being of the clients that we serve
Dedication to having a creative and productive impact on the lives of the clients that we serve.
Ultimate respect for the uniqueness of the individual.
Empowering our employees to use their creativity and skills to deliver the best services to our clients in the most dignified manner.
We embrace the highest standards of honesty, ethical behavior, and exemplary moral character in dealing with all stakeholders
Our Residents
Family Members
Case Managers
Guardians
Placing Agencies
Employees
Our Community
Meet Our Leadership Team
Sami W. Al Jallad, MPA
Executive Director
I have the unique perspective of having been involved with Turning Leaf since my parents began this family company in 1995. Since then, I have held almost every position within the organization including that of Direct Care Staff, Facilities Supervisor, Financial Services Manager and Director of Operations.
Since 2003, I have had the privilege of being Turning Leaf’s Executive Director. I am a proud Michigan State Spartan, attending Michigan State’s Eli Broad’s College of Business and later; earning an MPA with a Health Care Administration concentration from the University of Michigan – Flint. Being able to serve our employees and consumers in a way that holistically improves their lives has been a humbling experience and one that I would not trade. In my spare time I enjoy spending time outdoors with my wife and three sons; our families and friends. Occasionally, I enjoy skiing, playing tennis, golfing, boating, and camping.
Rev. Dr. Michael Cupp, LLP, CHC
Chief Operations & Compliance Officer
Michael is Certified in Healthcare Compliance and has been working in the mental health field for over 22 years. He has worked for multiple community mental health service programs in his career. He is also a licensed master’s psychologist and has worked in residential, testing, crisis, and therapy programs. He has most recently worked in contract management and has a doctorate in law specializing in health law.
Polly Chipman
Human Resources Manager
I joined the Turning Leaf Team in August of 2015 as a Recruiter, and was in the Human Resources Specialist role for several years prior to taking on the Human Resources Manager role. Prior to Turning Leaf, I had 6 years of experience in the talent management role, and I enjoy all aspects of the Human Resource Department. I have gained valuable experience in licensing and contractual compliance and I also work closely with management in building relationships with staff. In my spare time I enjoy spending time with my family on the lake or traveling up north.
Destiny Al Jallad, MA
Director of Operations/Access Manager/Lansing Administrator / Licensee Designee
I joined the Turning Leaf Team in December 2011. I am originally from Flint; a city close to my heart and which shaped who I am today. I moved to East Lansing to attend Michigan State University and have remained in the Lansing area ever since. I received my Bachelor’s in Psychology from MSU and went on to work for the State of Michigan as a Children’s Protective Services Specialist. After gaining valuable experience working with children and families and family/probate court, I decided to pursue a Master’s Degree in School and Community Psychology from Wayne State University. I worked as a School Psychologist for several years prior to joining my husband, Sami at Turning Leaf. The decision to work together and combine our passions is one that I will never regret. Every day, I enjoy working with others to assist our consumers in making meaningful change in their lives. However large or small, we celebrate every victory here at Turning Leaf.
Zeta Francosky
SouthWest Michigan Administrator
I joined the Turning Leaf team in November of 2016. I started as an Assistant Program Manager and have since become the Program Director and Administrator for Allegan, Kalamazoo, Kent and Ottawa county programs. I have worked in the behavioral health field for many years, serving a wide variety of individuals – adolescents and adults. I have a passion to help and advocate for others. I moved to West Michigan 10 years ago. In my spare time I enjoy photography, treasure hunting with my best friend and traveling with my husband and our 3 daughters.
Carmen Strong-Levelston
West Michigan Administrator
I am pleased to say I have been part of the Turning Leaf family since August 2010. I started as a direct care worker and traveled many roads to become the Program Manager in Muskegon. I have served this field for over 16 years. I went to college and obtained a certification in Criminal Justice. I love what I do and the people we serve. In my spare time I love to travel with my husband and spend time with my daughter and grandkids. Reading is also my passion.
Amber Ely Costa
Lansing Program Manager
Based in Lansing, Amber has been with Turning Leaf since 2008 in the role of Direct Support Professional (DSP), later as a Lead DSP, Assistant Manager, Health Care Coordinator and most recently as Lansing Program Manager. Amber has the best interests of consumers/residents, staff and the company in mind at all times – she is highly committed to the mission of our organization.
Kiley Ostrowski, RN-BSN
Turning Leaf Nurse
Lisa Mull
Northern Michigan Administrator
I have been at the White Oak program since 1994; joining Turning Leaf in July 2019. I attended Baker College in Muskegon and then returned to the Pentwater area. I started out as a part time employee and have moved throughout the years to Program Manager and Administrator. In my spare time I enjoy my husband, two sons and extended family.
Jeffrey Ostrowski
Company Wide Trainer
Accreditations
Turning Leaf Behavioral Health Services is CARF Accredited
Residential Treatment | |
Community Housing | |
Day Treatment | |
Community Integration |