Ozark Center

02/20/2026

Dr. Jeff Bradley, a Psychiatrist and our Administrative Medical Director at PRISM, a service of Freeman Health System’s Ozark Center, appeared on KSN’s “Local News Today” to enlighten viewers about PRISM’s life-changing solutions for treatment-resistant depression. Watch that interview here, and if you or someone you know is struggling, call 417.347.7288 or visit https://freemanhealth.com/location/ozark-center-prism.

Freeman Health System’s PRISM Center in Joplin is now offering innovative treatments, including transcranial magnetic stimulation and inhaled esketamine. How it works and who may qualify — hear from Dr. Jeffrey Bradley.

02/19/2026

Ozark Center, an entity of Freeman Health System, is the area’s most respected provider of behavioral healthcare. And we’re hiring! Learn more about this position and apply at
https://ow.ly/LIpI50YfrWo
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02/17/2026

“Zero To Zoom” is the theme for the 2026 Freeman 5K and Walk For Autism, set for April 18 at the Bill & Virginia Leffen Center For Autism. Last year, nearly 900 walkers and runners turned out to support local children and families affected by autism, and all proceeds benefit program development and scholarship assistance for Leffen Center families. If you plan to wear an on-theme costume, be creative with your vehicle- and race-themed attire! Register at https://ow.ly/AnjB50Yh3zL.

02/17/2026

Ozark Center, an entity of Freeman Health System, is the area’s most respected provider of behavioral healthcare. And we’re hiring! Learn more about this position and apply at
https://ow.ly/OQVO50YfrVQ
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02/16/2026

Freeman Health System Ozark Center congratulates Tanya Klue, who recently celebrated her 20th anniversary with Ozark Center! Tanya, pictured at right with Director of Adult Community Care Kate Mays, is one of the Community Care Program’s longest-serving Community Support Specialists. Thank you Tanya for your commitment to client care!

02/15/2026

Ozark Center, an entity of Freeman Health System, is the area’s most respected provider of behavioral healthcare. And we’re hiring! Learn more about this position and apply at
https://ow.ly/2yw150YfrV4
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02/13/2026

START YOUR ENGINES! “Zero To Zoom” is the theme for the 2026 Freeman 5K and Walk For Autism, set for April 18 at the Bill & Virginia Leffen Center For Autism. Last year, more than 800 folks came together to support local children and families affected by autism, and all proceeds benefit program development and scholarship assistance for Leffen Center families. If you plan to wear an on-theme costume, be creative with your vehicle- and race-themed attire! This event is at your own pace, so you can participate in the 5K run or one-mile walk. Online registration is now open at https://runsignup.com/Race/MO/Joplin/FreemanFamily5k.

02/13/2026

TV news teams covered our kickoff event and “Zero To Zoom” theme unveiling for this year’s Freeman 5K and Walk For Autism, scheduled for Saturday, April 18 at the Bill & Virginia Leffen Center for Autism. Sign up at https://runsignup.com/Race/MO/Joplin/FreemanFamily5k and watch the video here
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i25A7Q-A5nw

Freeman Health's 5K run boosts autism awareness and supportGet the full story and all of our local news coverage at FourStatesHomepage.com.

02/13/2026

Click the link below to check out ShowMe The Ozarks Magazine’s coverage of Freeman Health System Ozark Center’s latest recognition. The Joplin Health Department recently presented a Silver Level Breastfeeding Friendly Worksite Award to Freeman Health System Grant Coordinator Sarah Berrey and Ozark Center Chief Executive Officer Vicky Mieseler for the creation of lactation stations at two Ozark Center facilities, as well as supplies for five additional spaces.
https://ow.ly/ZNpS50YezV5

02/12/2026

Ozark Center, an entity of Freeman Health System, is the area’s most respected provider of behavioral healthcare. And we’re hiring! Learn more about this position and apply at
https://ow.ly/trBm50Yc1zy
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02/11/2026

Congratulations to Kaitlynn Ambriz! Kaitlynn is a Crisis Specialist at Ozark Center Crisis Services and the newest recipient of the Freeman Health System Star Award. The STAR (STep Above the Rest) Award highlights exceptional instances of employees living out the Freeman Health System Five-Star Promise. Kaitlynn is pictured alongside Debbie Fitzgerald (right), Director of Crisis Services for Ozark Center.