Every May, we recognize Mental Health Month—a time to raise awareness, reduce stigma, and reinforce a simple truth: mental health is health.

This message has always been important, but this year, it feels especially urgent. Across the country, there’s growing uncertainty around the future of mental health and addiction services. Funding is at risk. Policy debates are growing louder. Those most in need are once again at risk of being left behind. 

Mental health care isn’t optional. It’s essential. It saves lives, keeps families together, and strengthens entire communities. At Netcare, we see the impact of this every day. We work with individuals and families who are navigating crises, managing long-term recovery, and trying to build stable, hopeful lives. And we know that when systems fall short, it’s community-based providers like ours that step in to help.

This Mental Health Month, we ask you to join us in more than just recognition—we invite you to stand with us as advocates and allies. Speak up for access to care. Support the services that make a difference. Remind those around you that no one should have to struggle alone.

Because when we protect mental health, we protect people.

At the Netcare Foundation, we believe in our community and rely on the collective support of individuals like you to see the value in the services and programs we provide to more than 15,000 individuals each year.

Your Impact in Action

Thanks to the unwavering support of donors like you, we’ve been able to achieve remarkable progress:

ROW ONE Vehicles

Your contributions have empowered the continued purchased of ROW ONE vehicles, ensuring prompt and reliable transportation for publicly intoxicated individuals and taking them to a place of safety and shelter. This not only enhances access to care but also guarantees a safer and more comfortable experience for those in need.

Staff Recognition and Appreciation

Our staff are the heart and soul of Netcare. Your generous gifts have enabled us to recognize and appreciate their hard work and dedication, fostering a culture of excellence and compassion in our organization.

Capital Improvements

We’ve made essential capital improvements to our facilities, creating a welcoming and functional environment for patients and staff alike. Your support directly enhances the quality of care and the overall experience at Netcare.

Safety Enhancements

Safety is a top priority, and your contributions have allowed us to implement essential safety improvements in our patient units. These measures ensure a secure and reassuring environment for all who walk through our doors.

Continuing Education

When we invest in our staff’s growth, we’re investing in Netcare’s future.

Thanks to your support, we’ve provided valuable continuing education for our front-line workers, empowering them to deliver the highest quality care. Join us in our annual campaign and make your gift today.

We are excited to announce that our 2023 Annual Report is now live and available for viewing and download! This report offers a comprehensive look at the impact we’ve made over the past year, highlights the stories of those we’ve helped, and shares insights into our ongoing efforts to support individuals and families in need through Netcare Access’ behavioral health and crisis services.

In the report, you’ll find:

• Key achievements and milestones from 2023
• Financial reports and transparency in our operations
• Inspirational stories of those impacted by our work
• Updates on our programs, services, and community partnerships

We invite you to explore the report to learn more about the incredible work we accomplished together with your support. You can view and download the report here.

Thank you for being a part of our mission and for your continued support. We look forward to working alongside you as we move into the next year of serving our community with compassion and care.

Together, we are making a difference.

Pictured: Christina Reed, 988 Chat Clinician, and Caleb Yoho, Manager of Crisis Hotlines

This month marks the two-year anniversary of the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline, which has been providing free, confidential support to individuals experiencing thoughts of suicide, mental health or substance use crises, or any kind of emotional distress.

Netcare Access is a local 988 operator, answering calls as the primary center for six counties. We also serve as a backup operator for Franklin County and several other counties in Ohio and across the nation during call surges. Netcare is the largest of the three centers in Ohio that handle 988 Chat and Text interactions. Since Ohio’s 988 Chat and Text services are not routed by county, we receive messages from both our local area and from all across the state.

We recently took part in a media event to not only celebrate this important milestone but to also bring awareness to this free resource. The coverage we received by various media outlets underscores the importance and effectiveness of the 988 lifeline in saving lives and offering support to those in need.

Here are some highlights from the media:

• Watch NBC4 coverage
• Watch 10TV coverage
• Read ABC6 coverage
• Read The Columbus Dispatch coverage

We are proud of the strides made in providing critical support to our community and look forward to continuing our mission of helping those in need.

We are pleased to announce the release of our 2022 Annual Report, a comprehensive overview of our organization’s achievements and the impact we made in 2022.

We invite you to take a moment to delve into the report, to celebrate the success and understand the various ways in which your involvement and support have contributed to our shared accomplishments.

Thank you for your ongoing support.

Pick up a copy of the December Columbus Monthly magazine, out now! Netcare is in the Profiles of Giving Special Section.

See the full guide here.

We’re featured in 2022 Columbus Business First Giving Guide. Learn more about the programs and services we offer as we help individuals attain recover and maintain well-being.

Want to be a behavioral healthcare advocate and do more in your community, donate today.

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