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03/13/2026
Lunch with the team at Grandville Pediatrics was a great opportunity to connect and talk about the important work being done to support children and their families. The care and dedication their team shows every day is evident.
Conversations around mental health can sometimes be difficult for families, but when trusted and compassionate primary care providers are committed to finding the best supports in every capacity, it makes a meaningful difference. We're honored that Forest View Hospital can be one of those supports, whether it's partnering with providers, helping children or supporting families and meeting them where they are. We look forward to continuing our partnership with Grandville Pediatrics and working together to address the mental health needs facing children in our community. 🤝 💚
03/12/2026
Our team recently had the opportunity to attend the West Michigan Counselors Association (WMCA) 2026 Winter Conference. It was a powerful reminder of the emotional challenges facing our youth, their families and our communities.
We want school counselors to know, we stand with you. 💚 Our team is here to support mental health in and out of the school setting, helping students and families navigate difficult moments and build resilience. Together, we can make a meaningful difference in the lives of the young people we serve.
March is , a time to focus on how small, everyday choices can make a big difference in our overall health and well-being. This month is all about building balanced habits, fueling our bodies with nourishing foods and supporting a healthy relationship with eating.
Food is more than just nutrition - it's energy, connection and care for ourselves and our families. Whether it's adding more fruits and veggies to your plate, staying hydrated or simply slowing down to enjoy meals mindfully, every step counts.
Our team is here to support you on your wellness journey, because taking care of your mental health and physical health can go hand in hand. 💚
03/06/2026
We are proud to be a provider of behavioral health services for members of our military and their families. Being TRICARE-In-Network, we offer a variety of programs to meet the unique needs of our veterans, active-duty service members and their families.
This Sunday, we "spring forward" and set our clocks ahead one hour for Daylight Saving Time. While the extra evening sunlight is nice, losing an hour of sleep can throw off our routines and even impact our mental health. Here are a few tips to help make the transition easier.
Most importantly, give yourself grace if you feel a bit off while your body adjusts. Small steps can make a big difference. Take care of yourself as you head into the weekend! 🌞
03/03/2026
✨ Staff Spotlight! ✨
Meet Elizabeth, our Step-Down Navigator!
Elizabeth shares that her "why" is simple: she believes the best way to help someone is to truly listen and understand what they need. That's what drew her to this role - being part of the process of helping patients figure out what they want from their care and supporting them every step of the way. She feels especially fortunate to work with patients in both the inpatient and outpatient settings, helping create a smoother transition between levels of care.
When asked what she enjoys most about working for our outpatient center, Branches Grand Rapids, she responded with the strong sense of community. "Everyone here is dedicated to their job and dedicated to helping each patient through their difficult time. It's a blessing to see patient growth and work in a supportive environment."
Thank you, Elizabeth, for the compassion and care you bring to our patients each and every day! 💚
03/02/2026
Last month we celebrated , and now in March, we're recognizing ! Two specialties that bring creativity, connection and healing into the work we do every day. 🎵 Recreational and music therapy play such an important role in helping patients express themselves, build confidence and find moments of joy throughout their recovery journey. We're so thankful for the energy, compassion and dedication these team members bring to our programs.
To celebrate both observances, our team spent time together last Friday for a fun bonding experience at the Grand Rapids Griffins hockey game! A great chance to connect, recharge and enjoy some well-deserved time together. ❤️
Here's to our recreation and music therapists who make a difference in ways big and small every single day. Thank you for all that you do!
02/27/2026
At Branches Grand Rapids, a Service of Forest View Hospital, we offer specialized eating disorder treatment at the outpatient level of care, providing compassionate, personalized support to help individuals build a healthier relationship with food and themselves.
🔗 To learn more about the programs we offer, reach out to our team at 616-871-6520 or visit our website for additional information or to schedule an online assessment today https://bit.ly/4l1dYQq.
02/26/2026
We connected with another one of our dietitians to share his insight and guidance on supporting patients in recovery for .
We asked, how do you help patients rebuild a healthy relationship with food, not just eating habits? "While building a better relationship with food does involve developing healthier and positive eating habits, I aim to educate patients on how our bodies interact with food and how food helps them reach their goals in life and increases quality of life rather than take them further away from their goals or decrease quality of life. I also strive to sever the relationship between patients and disordered eating patterns and behaviors by exposing the manipulation and lies that come from it."
How can someone tell the difference between "dieting" and disordered eating behaviors? "Dieting is often temporary or acute changes in eating patterns to reach short term goals in physical health or image, while disordered eating involves a lifestyle disruption often caused by negative external factors which may lead a person to think negatively about themselves and who they are as individuals. These reinforced negative core beliefs can cause someone to feel that they need to change the way that they eat in order to feel valued, seen or worthy of love or care."
What's one message you wish every patient could hear? "I wish every patient could hear that the voice that drives disordered eating patterns in our mind, often referred to as "Ed", is only a voice. Within eating disordered recovery, we have the opportunity to be rebellious of this voice, as all it can do is speak to us. We retain the power of choice despite what "Ed" says. "Ed" cannot actually control our actions but will try to convice us that they can. When we practice distinguishing, disagreeing with and disobeying "Ed", the voice can become quieter over time."
We're grateful to Caleb for sharing his perspective and for the care and encouragement he brings to our patients each and every day. 💚
02/25/2026
What we eat doesn't just fuel our bodies, it directly impacts our mental and emotional well-being. Properly eating balanced, nutritious meals helps stabilize blood sugar, support brain function and regulate mood. When our bodies receive consistent nourishment, we're better able to focus, manage stress and maintain energy throughout the day. On the other hand, skipping meals or lacking key nutrients can contribute to fatigue, irritability, brain fog and increased anxiety or low mood.
Incorporating a variety of whole foods, including lean proteins, fruits and vegetables, whole grains and healthy fats supports overall brain health and helps create a strong foundation of emotional stability.
At Forest View, we recognize that nutrition plays an important role in mental health recovery. Through nutrition education and supportive care, we help patients build sustainable habits that nourish both body and mind. To learn more visit https://bit.ly/4tQu43n. 💚
02/24/2026
In recognition of National Eating Disorder Awareness Week, we connected with Logan, one of our dietitians, to share insight and guidance around supporting patients in recovery.
How do you help patients rebuild a healthy relationship with food, not just eating habits?
"Helping patients rebuild their relationship with food and not just eating habits is something that is necessary and accounted for at Forest View Hospital. By pairing support meals with nutrition groups, as well as open processing groups, we aim to bridge the gap. Nutrition and open process groups help patients work through feelings and emotions related to their root cause of eating disorder behaviors. Nutrition education can be an important tool, with patients learning food's important role in our body's daily function."
How can someone tell the difference between "dieting" and disordered eating behaviors?
"Dieting has become very popular in today's world. Many aspects of dieting practices share similar characteristics with eating disorders and disordered eating behaviors. The most common distinction between dieting and disordered eating behaviors comes down to intent, relationship with food and body and the impact it has on the individual's life."
What's one message you wish every patient could hear?
"There are many ups and downs with eating disorder recovery, not all recovery is linear. This is not an easy journey, but you cannot give up and keep pushing forward."
Thank you, Logan, for sharing your perspective and for all the support you provide to our patients. 💚
02/20/2026
✨ Staff Spotlight! ✨
Today, we're highlighting a few amazing members of our housekeeping team! Their hard work helps create a clean, safe and welcoming environment for our patients and staff every single day. When asked what they enjoy most about working at Forest View, they shared:
"We like coming to work, working as a team in our department and know our opinions matter and that we can make a difference in what we do every day."
A special thank you to Irma and Rio for everything you do. We appreciate you and the positive impact you make each and every day! 💚
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We are a private psychiatric facility that serves children, adolescents and adults. We are licensed by the State of Michigan, fully accredited by The Joint Commission and we bring more than 45 years of experience to the evaluation, diagnosis and treatment of a wide range of behavioral health problems.
Forest View Hospital is dedicated to excellence and committed to providing comprehensive treatment for all types of mental illness. We believe that each person is unique and treatment is designed to meet the specific needs of each individual. The focus of our treatment is practical and solution-focused, with an emphasis on symptom reduction and learning healthy coping skills.
We provide no-cost assessments 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Our services include acute inpatient psychiatric treatment, Partial Hospitalization and outpatient medication management. In addition, we specialize in eating disorder treatment, psychological trauma treatment and co-occurring disorder treatment (substance abuse and mental illness).
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