Beckman Center for Mental Health Services

02/12/2025

While the holiday season is cheerful for many folks, it can be a difficult and stressful time for a lot of us, too. As we begin the season, remember to take time to check in with your friends, loved ones, and colleagues, and *yourself*!

One helpful tool for navigating trying times is Hopeful Minds. This free, online platform brings together expert-rated and vetted videos, podcasts, apps, online programs, books, and articles all in one easy to use place. It's confidential and available 24/7.

With Hopeful Minds you can learn new skills, understand your own mental health, take a mental health assessment and browse a library of thousands of mental wellbeing resources.
Thanks to collaboration between the BHDD OMH and Credible Mind, this resource is available at no cost to all South Carolinians.

Visit https://hopefulminds.crediblemind.com/ to learn more!

02/12/2025

Proud to partner for our veterans!

Last Thursday, SCDVA Secretary Todd B. McCaffrey presented Certificates of Appreciation to the South Carolina Department of Administration and BHDD Office of Mental Health 🇺🇸

These certificates serve as recognition for the critical support provided by both agencies during the transition of our state’s Veterans’ Homes to SCDVA management. Their exceptional efforts, expertise, and collaboration were instrumental in ensuring a seamless and effective transfer.

This collaborative effort reflects our shared commitment to delivering the highest level of care and service to South Carolina’s Veterans and their families.

24/11/2025

988sc.org 💙💜 ***dePrevention

When someone reaches out, it makes a difference.
A recent evaluation of the 988 Su***de & Crisis Lifeline found that 98% of callers said their call helped them, and 88% said it kept them from taking their life.

Connection saves lives. 💙
Call or text 988 anytime.
Chat and ASL at 988sc.org

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21/11/2025

Tomorrow is International Survivors of Su***de Loss Day, when those of us who have survived someone to connection, understand, remember, and share hope through our shared experiences. The American Foundation for Su***de Prevention - South Carolina Chapter will hosting events across our state. To find one near you, visit https://afsp.org/chapter/south-carolina/ . 💜💙

International Survivors of Su***de Loss Day is an event in which survivors of su***de loss come together to find connection, understanding, and hope through their shared experience. Tomorrow, November 22, the American Foundation for Su***de Prevention- SC Chapter will be hosting events across South Carolina. To find one near you, visit South Carolina | AFSP.

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21/11/2025

International Survivors of Su***de Loss Day is an event in which survivors of su***de loss come together to find connection, understanding, and hope through their shared experience. Tomorrow, November 22, the American Foundation for Su***de Prevention- SC Chapter will be hosting events across South Carolina. To find one near you, visit South Carolina | AFSP.

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20/11/2025

This week during a special presentation from Audacy’s ‘I’m Listening,’ AFSP Chief Medical Officer, Dr. Christine Moutier talks with Audacy’s Katie Neal about mental health during the holiday season.

17/11/2025

Share what you are grateful for this season with NAMI! Visit their page listed below to post on their digital message wall.

Post yours: https://bit.ly/49wuMLi

14/11/2025

13/11/2025

"Be Kind. Rewind." Wait, no. 🤔 Simply, . 😊

Today is World Kindness Day!

Engaging in acts of kindness can greatly improve someone’s mental health. It can result in feelings of happiness or increased confidence, reduce anxiety and depression, and strengthen relationships.

Giving a compliment, lending a helping hand, donating to charity, or calling a friend to let them know you are thinking of them are simple acts of kindness that can go a long way.

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13/11/2025

OMH’s Bryan Psychiatric Hospital, Patrick B. Harris Psychiatric Hospital, and William S. Hall hospitals have been honored with 2025 Su***de Prevention Priority Awards by the South Carolina Hospital Association. Learn more! ⬇️

Making a Difference in Mental HealthIn recent years, South Carolina hospitals have become increasingly committed to incorporating behavioral health into their patient safety and quality efforts. The issue of su***de is at the forefront of these efforts, given its devastating impact on Americans. Acc...

11/11/2025

Today we honor and remember those who have served our country, as well as recognize the difficulties that our service members and veterans face every day.

If you are a military member, veteran, or their loved one and you are struggling, you can call 988 and press 1 and talk to a counselor 24/7/365.

Retired veterans can also find support through the South Carolina Department of Veterans' Affairs' Palmetto Pathfinder Program. Learn more at https://scdva.sc.gov/palmetto-pathfinder-program.

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07/11/2025

🍁 November is a Time to Recharge 🍁

As the days get shorter and schedules get busier, remember to pause and care for yourself. Self-care isn’t a luxury—it’s part of maintaining good mental health. Take time to rest, reflect, and reconnect with what brings you peace.

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18/06/2025

PINNED POST: If you or someone you know needs help, we’re here for you. Please review the crisis and non-crisis resources below!

BHDD Office of Mental Health CRISIS SERVICES
‼️ SC Mobile Crisis – Mobile Crisis is for anyone experiencing a mental health crisis. Local Mobile Crisis Teams assess the crisis and can respond on-site, with law enforcement, if appropriate. SC Mobile Crisis is available 24/7/365, toll-free, statewide, at (833) 364-2274.
‼️ BHDD Office of Mental Health Deaf Services Hotline - This line is dedicated to folks who are deaf or hard of hearing and in crisis or in need of resources. It is also available to contact for hospital consultation, telepsychiatry interpreter requests, and mental health center referrals. The Deaf Services Hotline is available 24/7, statewide, at (803) 339-3339 (VP) or deafhotline@scdmh.org.

OTHER CRISIS RESOURCES
‼️ Su***de Prevention Lifeline - This line is for anyone in need of crisis help. The Lifeline is available 24/7/365, toll-free, nationwide - call or text 988 (veterans, select 1); to chat go to https://988lifeline.org/chat/.
‼️ Crisis Text Line - The Crisis Text Line is a nationwide resource for anyone in need of crisis assistance but is not able or ready to call into a resource line. South Carolinians can reach the Crisis Text Line 24/7/365, toll-free, by texting HOPE4SC to 741741 - Español: AYUDA to 741741. Texts to this line do not show up on phone bills and users are not charged for data.

BHDD Office of Mental Health NON-CRISIS MENTAL HEALTH RESOURCES
‼️ Online Mental Health Screener - this is a safe, easy, and free service that allows users to anonymously take a Self-Check Questionnaire and connect with a professional counselor who can offer guidance, support, and resources to connect them with mental health and addiction services. The screener is at https://hope.connectsyou.org/.
‼️ Online YOUTH Mental Health Screener - this safe and convenient free service allows parents and guardians to anonymously take a self-check questionnaire on behalf of their child and connect with a caring professional, who will provide guidance, support, and resources to help them access mental and behavioral health services for youth. The screener is at https://hope.connectssckids.org/.
‼️ Contact us here at the Center. Secure telephone and video appointments and walk-in appointments may be available – please call us to learn more.

28/04/2025

is ! Check out the upcoming events we will have throughout the communities we serve.

💚SAVE THE DATES for May 3rd and the week of May 12th!💚

22/10/2024

Another successful County Day! This one was in , SC.

Our Executive Director, Tacey Perillo, is pictured here with Lt. Gov. Evette and Senator Garrett.

18/10/2024

Some of our Beckman crew are at the Team South Carolina County Days at USC Aiken's Convocation Center!

They had some special guests stop by - SCDMH Acting State Director, Robert Bank, MD, and SCDMH Deputy Director of Community Mental Health Services, Deb Blalock.

Thank you to everyone who is helping out in the !

26/09/2024

17/09/2024

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01/05/2024

Beckman is going GREEN for Mental Health Month!💚💚

17/01/2024

The goal of Homeshare is to support recovery!

Recovery is universal. Everyone goes through some form of recovery in a personal and unique way. Recovery involves a sense of hope, support, self-help, self-determination, and meaningful activities to prosper. People living with mental illness have the same dreams as we do to live independently, spend time with family and friends, and have purpose. Homeshare Providers support the recovery of people living with mental illness.

Click this link to view the handbook and learn more: https://scdmh.net/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/Homeshare-Provider-Handbook-09.14.2021.pdf?fbclid=IwAR3dSXDF3ByduGJijhkYbhID3AzmuNQIqviGPaTCESNbanip34VCcTsSGaI

12/01/2024

Learn more about our Homeshare program!🏠💚🏡
Homeshare:
• supports and moves individuals living with mental illness into the community.
• providers welcome one individual into their home.
• providers help the individual learn how to live in the community.
• providers receive training and support from the local community mental health center staff.
• providers receive a stipend for providing care to the individual along with 14 days of respite.

10/01/2024

Want to learn more about our Homeshare Initial Program Requirements? Look no further! 🏡

Provider:
• completes application, training, and background checks.
• home must meet program guidelines for health and safety along with a separate room for individual with bed, night stand, lighting, etc.
• positive, caring personality with extra room in their home and heart to share with individual.

Community Mental Health Center Staff:
• assist with application process.
• conducts the home study, training, and background check process.

19/09/2023

We're participating in the Greenwood American Foundation for Su***de Prevention Walk Sunday, October 15 at the Greenwood Civic Center.

All are welcome to join our team as we walk raise awareness and funds to fight su***de in South Carolina - click here if you'd like to walk with us! https://supporting.afsp.org/index.cfm?fuseaction=donordrive.team&teamID=324336

To learn more about the event, start your own team, walk as an individual, or make a donation, click here: https://supporting.afsp.org/index.cfm?fuseaction=donordrive.event&eventID=9430

Please support the American Foundation for Su***de Prevention to help save lives and bring hope to those affected by su***de. Donate or register to walk!

07/09/2023

Our theme for spreading awareness this Su***de Prevention Month is .

What positive messages can you share about how you let your hope shine? Is it something you look forward to each day or a way you spread kindness to others? Whatever you may be feeling, . Together, we can make a difference.

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If you or someone you know is in a mental health crisis, call our TOLL-FREE, 24/7 SC Mobile Crisis at (833) 364-2274, our SCDMH Deaf Services Hotline at (803) 339-3339, or take our anonymous, interactive, online mental health screener at https://hope.connectsyou.org/ to be connected to services.