Recognized for 20 years of volunteer services, embodying “systematic benevolence” At Provident Behavioral Health, Barbara Abbett has been board chair, board member, interim executive director, Development Committee chair, Strategic Planning Committee member, and co-chair of the Advisory Committee. Now she is also the agency’s first-ever Legacy Award recipient. “Barb began sharing her time and talent with Provident over 20 years … Read More
Jai Wilson Shares Insights on Suicide Prevention with KTRS
Provident’s Associate Director of Clinical Services Jai Wilson was interviewed by Jennifer Blome on KTRS as part of the station’s coverage following the suicide of a Ferguson mother, who also ended the lives of her four children. There are a lot of warning signs to look for,” said Wilson, before sharing insights like looking for behavior changes, withdrawing from social … Read More
Provident Gala 2024 Raises Over Half Million Dollars!
Thank you to our 550+ donors and friends who joined us on February 3 for the 2024 Spirit of Provident Gala! It was an amazing night of sharing the message of how Provident is changing lives and saving lives, 24/7, through exception behavioral health services. Click below to watch our gala video. You can also view and share via Provident’s … Read More
Provident Launches New TeleHope Program for Older Adults
Provident’s newest program, TeleHope, was recently launched to serve adults over age 55 who are experiencing social isolation, depression, anxiety, or thoughts of suicide. The program is for residents of St. Louis City and there is no cost associated for participants. “Participants will receive regular phone calls from a Provident team member a few times a week, helping them feel … Read More
Meet Gabriel Ward, Provident’s New Human Resources Champion
Please welcome Gabriel Ward, Provident’s new Human Resources Champion. Gabriel is a native of Collinsville and spent several years as a non-commissioned officer and Human Resources Specialist and Recruiter in the United States Army. He then worked in corporate human resources. In one position, he built an HR department from the ground up. We asked Gabriel to share insights on … Read More
Staff Profile: Quintin Johnson, Facilities Manager
Quintin Johnson is a professional who’s been called “a gem,” “exactly who you want on your team,” and “a gift to our agency.” He managed the facilities at Mary Ryder Home before expanding his responsibilities to include other Provident properties, including the downtown office and the new Creve Coeur property. How has your career evolved? I used to work in the … Read More
Notable Grants from Major Community Organizations Demonstrate Trust in Provident’s Work
Provident recently received grants totaling $178,000 from The Foundation for Barnes-Jewish Hospital and the St. Louis Mental Health Board to support counseling, psychiatric services and Access Center, and $4.9 million from the St. Louis County Children’s Service Fund to provide no-cost behavioral health services to St. Louis County youth. “Our entire staff team should feel extremely proud of theses awards because they show that funders recognize the critical work we … Read More
Updated Statement Solidifies Commitment to DEI
Provident recently updated our DEI statement to reinforce our commitment to supporting and celebrating team members as unique individuals. We commit to: Creating a sense of belonging for each member of the team that recognizes and values all backgrounds, roles, and contributions. Honoring and respecting all people at all times. Offering a welcoming environment where everyone feels psychologically safe and … Read More
Care and Counseling Joins Provident Behavioral Health
New Organization Is One of Largest Behavioral Healthcare Providers in the Region June 20, 2023 (St. Louis, MO) — Provident Behavioral Health is pleased to announce that Care and Counseling has joined the agency’s practice. The combined nonprofit will serve approximately 4,000 people directly in the St. Louis region and another 40,000 across Missouri and the U.S. through crisis hotlines … Read More
Provident Clinician Brianna Massie Talks with KTRS’s Jennifer Blome and Wendy Wiese About CDC Report
Provident clinician Brianna Massie recently spoke with KTRS’s Jennifer Blome and Wendy Wiese about the newly-released CDC report that included some alarming statistics on female teen mental health. They discussed the unique challenges teens are facing, how to recognize when there’s an issue. “Finding small moments of connections with your teen, you can open the door to more supportive communication,” … Read More