About Us

The Washtenaw County Medical Reserve Corps (MRC) is dedicated to ensuring that Washtenaw County residents enjoy the best possible access to preventative care in emergency situations. This can be accomplished through partnerships with the community to organize and train local public health, medical and other volunteers to supplement existing emergency response capabilities. 

The MRC unit received its official registration in 2009 and is housed within the Emergency Preparedness Division of Washtenaw County Public Health (WCPH). There are currently 15 registered units in the State of Michigan and over 800 units nationwide.

Washtenaw County does not have sufficient resources or a large enough work force to manage a major public health emergency or disaster situation. The Washtenaw County MRC was established to ensure that Washtenaw County is equipped with sufficient professional and non-professional volunteers to support the existing public health infrastructure during an emergency. The Washtenaw County MRC will be a resource of knowledgeable volunteers who are willing to donate their time and expertise during public health emergencies, as well as during other community activities.

This reserve of volunteers is necessary because it will allow for training and familiarity with local plans and procedures before an emergency occurs. Having an organized, credentialed, and trained Medical Reserve Corps will enable volunteers to effectively respond to local emergencies.

The Washtenaw County MRC will serve all communities within Washtenaw County, which has an estimated total population of 325,000 individuals living in urban, suburban, and rural settings.