Mental Health

One in four people
is affected by
a mental illness.

Mental health is one of the top concerns
affecting families. Our programs include counseling, mental health screenings and more.

Our Impact in 2023

58,906

individuals received mental health services such as crisis counseling and intervention

47,126

Mental Health Services

10,188

Mental Health Screenings

1,592

Psychosocial Support Services


Partners & Programs

Alabama Kidney Foundation
Aletheia House
The Amelia Center
American Cancer Society
Blount County Children’s Center
Bold Goals Coalition for Student Mental Health
Butterfly Bridge Children’s Advocacy Center
Catholic Family Services
Central Alabama Wellness
Children’s of Alabama
Concerned Citizens for Our Youth

Crisis Center
Daybreak – Family Resource Center of NW Alabama
Family Sunshine Center
Fellowship House
Gateway
Impact Family Counseling
Lakeside Hospice
Oasis Counseling for Women and Children
Shelby County Children’s Advocacy Center – Owens House
St. Clair Children’s Advocacy Center – The Children’s Place
YWCA of Central Alabama


Latest News

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