Missouri Behavioral Health Council

11/22/2025

International Survivors of Su***de Loss Day is a day when the friends and family of those who have died by su***de can come together for healing and support. Each year, survivors of su***de loss across the world unite at events to help them cope with the tragedy of losing someone to su***de. For more resources and information, visit https://ow.ly/3oTR50Wq9mC and https://ow.ly/2uhG50Wq9mA.

11/20/2025

We'd like to commend Mineral Area CPRC Clubhouse for their continued work toward prevention through learning. In September, several of their team members had the opportunity to participate in some QPR training to help educate themselves and guide them in how to educate others on the topic of prevention.

Learn more: https://ow.ly/wjAg50Xn9WF

Thankful to the Saint Francois County Mental Health Board for providing QPR training during Su***de Prevention Month. Prevention starts with education, and several of our team members were able to attend. We hope to spread this knowledge throughout the community and into our conversations.

11/20/2025

Today is , an opportunity to bring attention to and honor the incredible efforts of rural healthcare providers, communities, organizations, State Offices of Rural Health, and other stakeholders dedicated to addressing the unique healthcare needs of rural America. communities are wonderful places to live and work, which is why nearly 61 million people call them home! Learn more at powerofrural.org.

11/19/2025

Mineral Area CPRC is passionately committed to offering personalized, person-centered treatment. The dedicated team provides integrated care for dual disorders in a supportive, non-residential outpatient environment, helping individuals with co-occurring severe mental illnesses and substance use challenges thrive and find their path to recovery.

Learn more about Mineral Area Community Psychiatric Rehabilitation Center here: https://macprc.com/

11/17/2025

Today is National Unfriend Day. Started by Jimmy Kimmel in 2010, this day reminds you to simplify your connections online and unfriend anyone who doesn't bring joy to your social media experience.

11/14/2025

🎙️ New Episode Alert!

Join us for the latest release of the Show Me State of Mind podcast — “From Budgets to Breakthroughs: Vicki’s Impact on Missouri Behavioral Health.”

In this episode, we sit down with Vicki Schollmeyer, retired Deputy Director of Administration for the Division of Behavioral Health, as she reflects on her incredible career in state fiscal work. Vicki shares insights on navigating challenges during COVID-19, leading major system changes like CCBHCs and sole-source contracts, and the teamwork that helped transform Missouri’s behavioral health funding and training systems.

Hosts Brent and Chelsea shine a light on Vicki’s leadership, innovation, and the vital role of fiscal strategy in supporting behavioral health services statewide — a fitting tribute as she heads into retirement.

🎧 Listen now and celebrate the lasting impact of a true leader in Missouri behavioral health!
https://ow.ly/jcaO50XrJbT

11/13/2025

Last month, Burrell Behavioral Health celebrated 5 years of their RecoverED program. RecoverED has given help to so many people in the community over these past 5 years, and it will continue to make an impact for many more. Congratulations, BBH!

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11/13/2025

Happy World Kindness Day! Today, we promote the importance of being kind to each other, to yourself, and the world. Kindness for others is what binds us all together!

11/12/2025

We are excited to share that Burrell Behavioral Health has begun construction on a new crisis center in Columbia, a significant advancement for our community's mental health! Check out the news coverage for more details! https://ow.ly/s06I50XkUV8

Learn more about Burrell Behavioral Health here: https://ow.ly/6Ux150XkUV9

11/11/2025

There are many signs that someone may be struggling, including changes in behavior, sleeping too much or too little, increased drug or alcohol use, behaving recklessly, and more. If you or someone you know needs support, call or text 988 or chat at 988lifeline.org. Veterans press 1.

11/11/2025

The Missouri Behavioral Health Council would like to thank all veterans for their time, sacrifice, and bravery.

“Let their remembrance be as lasting as the land they honored.” - Daniel Webster.

11/10/2025

America is experiencing a crisis – but there is hope. Thousands of people like you connect with the every day. When we connect, we heal. If you or someone you know needs support now, call or text 988 or chat at 988lifeline.org. Veterans press 1.