12/03/2025
Earlier today, the Maria Parham Franklin Behavioral Health team celebrated our new Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) with a ribbon cutting and open house.
“With the support of our community, we’re continuing to bring vital services back to Franklin County and the region” said Bert Beard, CEO of Maria Parham Health. “Behavioral Health has a far broader reach — because of demand, we’re serving individuals from across the state, not just within our own community.”
Suzi Tipton, Regional Director of Business Development, and Daren Taylor, Market Director or Operations, both from the Lifepoint Behavioral Health team, were also in attendance. “Today is more than a ribbon cutting; it is a meaningful step forward in expanding access to compassionate and comprehensive behavioral health services for the people of Franklin County (and beyond)” said Suzi. “We know that mental health needs continue to rise across our communities, and it is our privilege to help meet those needs with excellence, dignity and respect.” The Lifepoint divisional team has supported the opening of Maria Parham’s IOP.
We’re grateful to all who stopped by to learn more about the IOP, meet our team, and tour the newly renovated space. We are proud to open these doors and offer hope, healing and high quality care to those who need it.