Mental Health

The $20 million Behavioral Health Unit comes years after an the Board of County Commissioners formed an independent Justice Committee to analyze jail operations and community needs.

The Clark County Combined Health District conducts a Community Health Assessment every three years, aimed at identifying key health issues and finding solutions.

The 46-bed behavioral health unit provides psychiatric treatment and therapy to adults in Dayton and surrounding communities seeking care for various mental health conditions and symptoms.

Gem City Stride brings together mostly Black runners in Dayton, Ohio, twice weekly, creating safe spaces for healing, connection, and personal growth through movement.

Last year in Montgomery County, more than 90 people died by suicide. Now, one agency is launching an outreach program for people who’ve lost a loved one to suicide.

The Mathile Center for Mental Health and Wellness broke ground two years ago and will soon open its doors to patients, with appointments beginning July 15.

The Ohio Farm Bureau wants to create a health plan without oversight from the Department of Insurance. Supporters say this can help bridge a critical health care gap. But some medical groups have concerns.

The Montgomery County Jail Coalition hosted a rally with families whose loved ones have died in county custody within the last two years.

ADAMHS has a contract with DeCoach to resume a mobile crisis service for Montgomery County community.

Zack Webber created Dragon’s Den Counseling in Kettering to make therapy more approachable. He connects therapy goals to stories within video or board games, movies and books

Student resilience coordinators have added to mental health resources in 30 area schools districts since 2022. A recent grant will allow the program to continue.

WYSO's Shay Frank sat down with the Ohio Department of Agriculture's Director, Brian Baldridge, to discuss the longterm impacts, resources for farmers in the state and possible legislation to assist the agriculture sector.