ABOUT

UPCAP’s purpose and objectives are to promote the development of the human, social, and community resources of the Upper Peninsula of Michigan through the following activities:

  • Serving as the Upper Peninsula Area Agency on Aging, a regional coordinating body, advocate, and focal point for aging services and aging resources to senior citizens in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan.

  • Providing technical assistance and services to public and non-profit bodies, business enterprises and individuals who wish to utilize assistance provided by federal and state programs for human and economic development and by providing assistance to other persons and bodies in activities which promote the development of the Upper Peninsula.

  • Providing technical assistance and services to governmental bodies for the improvement and extension of their services to the public, or in the exercise of the functions they perform as a necessary adjunct to serving the public.

  • Promoting the development of affordable housing opportunities to the citizens of the Upper Peninsula of Michigan.

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Backgroud & History

  • Calm river or lake with a distant tree-lined shoreline under a cloudy sky, reflected in the water.

    1961

    UPCAP is established by the U.P. County Boards of Commissioners to serve as the regional economic and human resources development and planning organization.

  • A field of yellow flowers under a clear blue sky.

    1965

    UPCAP establishes the six original Community Action Agencies in the U.P. at the request of the Office of Economic Opportunities.

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BOARDS & COMMITTEES

UPCAP Board of Directors (Executive)

  • 2025 Meeting Schedule

    • Friday, January 24th @ 11:00 a.m. ~ UPCAP

    • Friday, March 14th @ UPCAP ** After Board of Commissioners Mtg

    • Thursday, May 8th ~ TBA

    • Friday, June 13th @ UPCAP ** After Board of Commissioners Mtg

    • Thursday, October 16th ~ TBA

    • Friday, December 12th @ 1:00 p.m. ~ UPCAP

UP AAA Advisory Council

  • 2025 Meeting Schedule

    • Monday, February 24th @ 11:00 a.m. ~ UPCAP

    • Monday, April 14th @ 11:00 a.m. ~ UPCAP

    • Monday, August 18th @ 11:00 a.m. ~ UPCAP

    • Monday, October 27th @ 11:00 a.m. ~ UPCAP

    • Monday, December 8th @ 11:00 a.m. ~ UPCAP

UP 911 Authority

  • 2025 Meeting Schedule

    • Friday, February 7th @ 11:00 a.m. ~ UPCAP

    • Friday, May 2nd @ 11:00 a.m. ~ UPCAP

    • Friday, August 1st @ 11:00 a.m. ~ UPCAP

    • Friday, November 7th @ 11:00 a.m. ~ UPCAP

UPCAP Board of Commissioners

  • 2025 Meeting Schedule

    • Friday, March 14th @ 11:00 a.m. ~ UPCAP ** Annual Mtg

    • Friday, June 13th @ 11:00 a.m. ~ UPCAP

    • Friday, September 12th @ 11:00 a.m. ~ UPCAP

    • Friday, December 12th @ 11:00 a.m. ~ UPCAP

Upper Peninsula State Fair Authority

  • 2025 Meeting Schedule

    • Friday, January 31st @ 12:00 p.m. ~ Fairgrounds Escanaba

    • Friday, March 28th @ 12:00 p.m. ~ Fairgrounds, Escanaba

    • Friday, May 30th @ 12:00 p.m. ~ Fairgrounds, Escanaba

    • Friday, July 25th @ 12:00 p.m. ~ Fairgrounds, Escanaba

    • Friday, September 19th @ 12:00 p.m. ~ Fairgrounds, Escanaba

    • Friday, November 21st @ 12:00 p.m. ~ Fairgrounds, Escanaba

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

GENERAL APPLICATION

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  • UPCAP is accepting applications for Full-timeLicensedSocial Workers and Registered Nurses interested in providing person-centered Care Management/support coordination for a nursing home-eligible population wishing to remain in their homes.  Currently looking to fill positions in:

    • Marquette, MI – RN and SW who provides services throughout Alger & Marquette Counties.

    These positions require:

    • Valid State of Michigan license to practice.

    • Minimum of 1 year working in a community health and/or long-term care setting

    • Strong communication (verbal and written), interpersonal and organizational skills

    • Data entry, word processing, and electronic communication skills

    • Pass a criminal background check

    • Valid driver’s license with proof of insurance

    • NO weekends, on-call, or night shifts!

    • Option to work from home

    UPCAP offers a competitive salary, travel reimbursement, and a full fringe benefit package.

    Interested individuals are encouraged to submit an application, resume, and cover letter to:  Attn:  Executive Director, UPCAP, PO Box 606, Escanaba, MI  49829 or fax to (906) 786-5853.  

    UPCAP is an equal-opportunity employer.

  • UPCAP is accepting applications for a full-time Community Resource Specialist

    The 2-1-1 Information & Referral Specialist will provide comprehensive information and referral services to the 15 Counties of the Upper Peninsula. This will be a hybrid position, with the main office located in Escanaba.

    The position requires:

    • High school diploma or equivalent

    • Minimum of two years experience in the Information & Referral field or as a public call specialist

    • Strong communication (verbal and written), interpersonal, and organizational skills

    • Pursue Inform USA certification as a Community Resource Specialist

    • Pass a criminal background check and have a valid driver’s license with proof of insurance

    • Willingness to work some nights and weekends

    UPCAP’s full-time staff enjoy many benefits including:

    • Competitive salaries

    • Comprehensive health insurance, including vision, dental, and FSA plan

    • $50,000 life insurance

    • Long-term disability

    • Retirement package

    • Paid holidays and leave time

    Interested individuals are encouraged to submit resume and salary expectations to:  Attn:  Executive Director, UPCAP, PO Box 606, Escanaba, MI.  Position open until filled.  

    UPCAP is an equal opportunity employer.

  • Do you have a few extra hours a week?  UPCAP is looking for individuals with dependable vehicles to provide non-emergency medical transportation to individuals in Chippewa, Luce and Mackinac Counties.

    Volunteers receive mileage reimbursement @ IRS rate for providing transportation assistance.  Must submit a criminal background check, driving record check, have a valid driver’s license and proof of insurance.  Must be 21 year of age or older.

    Get your application packet by calling Terry at 906-217-3008 or DIAL 2-1-1.  You can also email Terry at thommat@upcap.org.

    We look forward to hearing from you!

  • UPCAP is accepting applications for part-time (20 hours per week) individuals who are interested in performing various office support duties through our Senior Community Service Training Employment Program.  This is a federally funded grant program.   Position is located in Hancock, MI.  

    **Applicants must be 55 years of age or older and meet income and employment requirements.

    This is a training program and duties of the position will include but are not limited to:

    • Typing, filing, answering phones and customer service.

    • Have basic phone skills and be computer literate with basic Windows programs

    • Good oral and written communication skills

    • Ability to work well with the public

    • Valid Michigan Drivers’ license

    • Have reliable transportation

    • Be able to lift, push or pull up to 50 lbs

    • Be able to stand for prolonged periods of time

    • Be able to work in hot and cold conditions

    • Pass criminal background check

    Interested individuals are encouraged to submit job application and resume to:  UPCAP, PO Box 606, Escanaba, MI  49829 – Attn:  Darren Young.  Positions open until filled.  UPCAP is an equal opportunity employer.