Access to mental health providers is a major issue in Jefferson County. According to Mercy Hospital Jefferson FY 2025 Needs Assessment, the ratio of residents to mental health providers is 960:1. By comparison, the ratio in Missouri as a whole is 410:1, and the ratio in the US as a whole is 230:1. Additionally, according to the Jefferson County Community … Read More
Empowering Communities: Insights from the Jefferson County Mental Health Summit
Access to mental health providers is a major issue in Jefferson County. According to Mercy Hospital Jefferson FY 2025 Needs Assessment, the ratio of residents to mental health providers is 960:1. By comparison, the ratio in Missouri as a whole is 410:1 and the ratio in the US as a whole is 230:1. Additionally, according to the Jefferson County Community … Read More
Bringing Awareness to the Stage: Provident’s Role at Dear Evan Hansen
We’re excited to share that Provident Behavioral Health had a strong presence at Dear Evan Hansen during its run at The Muny from July 28 to August 3. Our team members were there every night, engaging with the audience and raising awareness about the critical conversation surrounding mental illness and suicide prevention. We had a table at Kooyumjian Plaza (upper … Read More
Strengthening Mental Health Support Across St. Louis: The Impact of Our Behavioral Health Outreach Team in Action
Our Behavioral Health Outreach team made a significant impact across St. Louis by providing essential mental health education to diverse community groups through 2025. Through 2025, they assisted at the Disaster Assistance Center, tabled numerous events, and delivered presentations to youth groups, faith organizations, and local institutions like Mary Ryder Home, covering topics such as suicide prevention, coping with grief, … Read More
Understanding the “Gen Z Stare”: Insights from Provident’s Ashley Wilkinson
You may have heard the term “Gen Z Stare” floating around on social media or in recent pop culture conversations. It refers to the unblinking, sometimes blank facial expression that has become common among members of Generation Z. While some see it as a humorous generational quirk, others recognize that it may reflect deeper emotional patterns shaped by trauma, culture, … Read More
Happy 3rd Anniversary, 988!
Provident’s Crisis Services department has been answering crisis hotline calls for decades and this week marks the third anniversary of 988. The growth of the 988 National Suicide Prevention Lifeline and the broader crisis care system has been a remarkable success—made possible by the dedication of partnerships across the country. In just three years, the national line has responded to 15 million contacts. Each … Read More
Emerson Makes $50,000 Gift to Provident
Provident is thankful for Emerson’s commitment to support our life-changing, life-saving work by making a $50,000 gift to serve youth in the City of St. Louis. The funds will be used to cover their sliding scale fees or co-pays. The gift is expected to impact at least 175 youth over the next 12 months. Emerson has been a gracious donor … Read More
Provident Expands Services for Older Adults and School Aged Youth in Jefferson County
Provident is expanding our reach in Jefferson County through a partnership with Mercy and a new program within the Grandview school district. Our team is now providing in-person and telehealth counseling services at Mercy’s Prime 65+ clinic in Festus. Mental healthcare is free to residents age 55+. This is an important step in our goal of providing services to the … Read More
The Heart of Mary Ryder Home Shines in Community Reception
In early June, Provident hosted a special reception at Mary Ryder Home, where residents welcomed guests with tours of the building and gardens. Residents, staff, and visitors also joined together to create personal flower bouquets. Clinical Supervisor LaWanda Crayton, RN, MSN, shared moving stories that celebrated the strength, resilience, and spirit of the residents and the dedicated Mary Ryder Home … Read More
Provident Joins Forces to Support Tornado Survivors at Disaster Assistance Center
Provident Behavioral Health is proud to be part of the Disaster Assistance Center at Chaifetz arena. This three-week effort places dozens of community-based agencies in one place to simplify resource assistance for those impacted by the May 16th tornado.