Porter-Starke Services, Inc.

03/10/2026

Thank you to the Porter County Community Foundation for their generous support of our Women’s Recovery Home and the treatment services that help make recovery possible!

Porter-Starke Services, Inc. received a PCCF Community Fund grant to support the Women’s Recovery Home, a longstanding collaboration between Porter-Starke Services and The Caring Place, Inc. that connects women living with substance use disorders to the programs, services, and treatment that support recovery.

To learn more about our grant programs and the local organizations they benefit, visit pccf.gives.

03/04/2026

Noticing and supporting mental health is important – this month and every month. If you sense something feels “off,” don’t wait. Reach out, get help, and live fully again.

02/24/2026

We are on Instagram! Follow us to learn more about the services and support we provide to our community.

https://www.instagram.com/porterstarkeservices/

02/20/2026

Join our team! We’re now hiring outpatient therapists at our Recovery Centers in Valparaiso and La Porte.

Learn more and apply today!

02/16/2026

If you know someone in your community over the age of 50 - a friend, neighbor, family member, or acquaintance – invite them to attend our next WISE Program!

The WISE educational program includes six lessons that cover a wide range of topics about health and wellness for older adults. Join us for this fun and engaging program. You'll meet new people and:

02/03/2026

If you or someone you know is dependent on opiates, we can help. With locations in both Valparaiso and La Porte, our qualified staff help clients achieve long-term success through an approach that combines medication, therapy, and support. And we accept most major insurance providers, including Medicaid.

For questions, concerns, or to schedule an assessment, call our Recovery Center today at 219.476.4520.

01/22/2026

Follow us on LinkedIn for organizational updates, career opportunities, and highlights from our team.

Porter-Starke Services, Inc. | 1,503 followers on LinkedIn. Inspiring people to advance the health, balance, and hope of our community. | Porter-Starke Services is a comprehensive community mental health center that has served northwest Indiana since 1975. With offices in Valparaiso, Portage, Knox a...

01/08/2026

Are you 50 or older? Curious about staying healthy? Want to meet new people? Join our WISE program!
Offered by Porter-Starke Services, this educational program includes six lessons that cover a wide range of topics about health and wellness for older adults. Click below for more information and to register!

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The WISE educational program includes six lessons that cover a wide range of topics about health and wellness for older adults. Join us for this fun and engaging program. You'll meet new people and:

12/30/2025

Check-in on your self-care this holiday season.✨

12/23/2025

Wishing everyone a safe and happy holiday season filled with joy, comfort, and peace.

12/17/2025

We know everyone has a unique holiday experience. Here are a few topics and suggestions that can help make your holiday more enjoyable.

• Holiday stress management
• New ways to think about gifting and celebration
• The psychology of generosity and gratitude
• Raising generous, grateful kids
• Looking ahead to the new year

We gathered articles that explore holiday stress management, managing conflict, picking gifts, making resolutions, and more.

12/11/2025

Celebrating 50 Years: A History of Porter-Starke Services

Did you know: In line with national standards, statewide priorities, and local needs, Porter-Starke Services opened our Crisis Center and formed our Mobile Crisis Team, both of which expanded 24/7 crisis care for those experiencing a mental health emergency.

Check out the full timeline of our history at https://www.porterstarke.org/about-us/about!