Cummins Behavioral Health Systems, Inc.

11/07/2025

Would you like to work at an organization with these kinds of benefits? View our open positions and apply here 👉 https://cumminsbhs.exacthire.com/

11/06/2025

With the Thanksgiving holiday coming later this month, our Wellness Committee has chosen “Gratitude” as the theme of our November Employee Wellness Activity. 🙏

All Cummins team members are invited to write a brief statement explaining what they are grateful for and why. These can be things in their personal or professional lives, and they do not need to be related to their work at Cummins. They can then submit their statements to the Wellness Committee, which will be entered into a random prize drawing on December 1st!

We are extremely grateful for our staff who keep our organization running every day, and these kinds of team activities are just one small way we try to show that appreciation. 💖

11/05/2025

This week is International Stress Awareness Week, an observance of the International Stress Management Association. Stress is a normal physiological response to threatening situations, but when it becomes chronic, it can disrupt sleep, mood, focus, relationships, and even physical health.

Here are some research-backed strategies you can try to lower your stress this week and beyond:

😤 Breathe slowly and deeply (box or diaphragmatic breathing) for 60–90 seconds to calm your nervous system.
🚶‍♀️ Move your body—a brisk 10-minute walk or gentle stretching can reduce stress and lift mood.
🌿 Practice mindfulness, even if only for a few minutes. The 5-4-3-2-1 grounding technique can bring you back to the present.
😌 Try progressive muscle relaxation exercises, especially before bed.
🍖☕🛌 Support the basics: eat regular meals, limit excessive caffeine, keep a consistent sleep routine, and challenge unhelpful thoughts.

You’re not alone. At Cummins, we believe in the hope of recovery and whole-person care. If stress is getting in the way of your life in Boone, Hendricks, Marion, Montgomery, or Putnam County, don’t hesitate to reach out. We’re here to help!

11/04/2025

Many young adults are suffering from a lack of healthy, supportive communities today. If you'd like to learn what you can do about this problem, we encourage you to consider attending NAMI's virtual town hall!

Your support matters — your voice does, too. 💬

Don’t miss It Takes a Village – Supportive Communities for Young Adults,
a Virtual Town Hall hosted by NAMI’s Community Health Equity Alliance (CHEA) in partnership with The Steve Fund [TAG]. 🎓

🗓️ Wednesday, Nov. 5 | 3:00–4:30 PM ET

We’ll explore how to build stronger, more compassionate systems of support for young adults by honoring their stories, centering culture, and empowering communities. 🤝

Join us for an inspiring discussion designed to uplift and equip families, caregivers, and advocates for meaningful change. 🌟

🔗 Register today: https://bit.ly/4hzmAMj

11/03/2025

Many things that appear impossible can be achieved if we change our mindset. Believe in your own potential, and surprise yourself with what you are capable of! 🙌

10/31/2025

Happy Halloween from all of us at Cummins Behavioral Health! 🎃👻🧹 We hope you have a “frightfully” good day.

10/30/2025

The old adage "laughter is the best medicine" actually has some truth to it. So why not plan for a dose of mental health medicine this winter with NAMI West Central Indiana's "Saturday Night Lafayette" comedy show?

🎤 Save the Date: Saturday Night Lafayette!

Join us for a comedy charity gala hosted by NAMI West Central Indiana where we champion the change we make in our community through laughter.

✨ Enjoy dinner, good company, and a hilarious show by The Crazy Monkeys, Purdue’s premier comedy troupe since 1995, featuring special appearances from local celebrities!

📅 Saturday, February 7, 2026
📍 The Stables Event Center, Lafayette
🍽️ Dinner included with ticket

🎟️ Tickets available at nami-wci.org or contact bburbridge@nami-wci.org for more information.

10/29/2025

With fall quickly progressing and the days getting a bit colder and darker, it’s an important time of year to think about those who struggle with seasonal depression (and depression in general).

If you ever struggle with very low energy or feelings of depression that affect your day-to-day functioning, then you might benefit from a quick online screening for depression. The PHQ-9 is an easy-to-use depression screening questionnaire that you can even take for free by clicking here: https://patient.info/doctor/mental-health/phq-9

However, please note that your results on this questionnaire ARE NOT the same as a diagnosis by a mental health professional. If a screening tool indicates that you may be suffering from depression, we strongly encourage you to see a care provider who can diagnose your condition and help you create a treatment plan to address your symptoms.

The Patient Health Questionnaire (PHQ-9) is an easy-to-use patient questionnaire for screening, diagnosing, monitoring and measuring the severity of depression.

10/28/2025

Last week, several of our team members attended the NAMI Indiana State Conference in Indianapolis. This was a great opportunity for us to stay connected with the greater Indiana mental health community and up to date on the latest research, recovery models, and government policies related to mental health care.

Photo 1: Cummins employees (from left to right) Chloe Schroeter, Amanda Short, Raychel Hamby, and Dawn Pruitt

Photo 2: Keynote speaker Kody Green, a national motivational speaker, peer support specialist, recovery coach, and su***de prevention specialist with lived experience with substance use disorder and serious mental health challenges.

10/27/2025

Share this post with someone who encourages you to approach the world with genuine curiosity. 🤩

10/24/2025

Does this sound like the kind of organization you would like to work for? Take a look at our open positions and apply here! https://cumminsbhs.exacthire.com/

Cummins Behavioral Health Systems, Inc. is a private nonprofit community-based organization providing comprehensive behavioral health, mental health, substance abuse or addictions support, employment services and more in Boone, Hendricks, Marion, Montgomery, Putnam, and surrounding counties in West....

10/23/2025

Are you a veteran looking for a friendly, mental health focused support group? Or do you know a veteran who may be interested? Check out NAMI Indiana's Connection Recovery Support Group. 🫂💝

Veterans and service members: you don’t have to navigate mental health challenges alone. Join our NAMI Connection Recovery Support Group—a safe, welcoming virtual space to share experiences, find support, and build resilience alongside others who understand your journey.

The group meets virtually the 1st & 3rd Monday of each month at 6:00 PM EST. Learn more & join at https://bit.ly/NAMIConnectionVeterans.