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Where to Get a Vaccine in Payson?
Payson Roundup Article; Payson, AZ
In the war against COVID-19, Gila County has seized the beachhead by vaccinating a higher percentage of residents than most of the country. Providers in Payson continue to work through the county health department, including the Genoa Pharmacy in the Southwest Behavioral & Health Services building off McLane, Ponderosa Family Care on Main Street and Dr. Ali Askari on North Beeline Highway.
Southwest Behavioral & Health Services Promotes Erica Missicano to Chief Quality Officer
Arizona Health and Living Article; Phoenix, AZ
Southwest Behavioral & Health Services (SB&H), an innovative leader in behavioral health, today announced that Erica Missicano has been promoted to Chief Quality Officer. The current vice president of Risk and Compliance will take on a more expansive role overseeing the Learning and Development and Clinical Training teams.
Southwest Behavioral & Health Services Hosts Virtual Career Fair to Fill More Than 100 Positions
Patch.com Article; Phoenix, AZ
Southwest Behavioral & Health Services (SB&H), a nonprofit organization that provides compassionate primary care, substance abuse and mental health services, is hosting a virtual career fair to fill more than 100 open positions. The St. Patrick’s Day event will take place on March 17 from 10:00 am to 11:00am and 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm.
Tips for a Healthy New Lease on Life
The Arizona 100 Article; Phoenix, AZ
Programs like InSHAPE® at Southwest Behavioral & Health Services promote physical, mental, and emotional well-being. They allow participants to hold themselves accountable with weekly sessions and quarterly assessments with free, certified health mentors. Health programs like InSHAPE® go deeper by not only making participants more mindful of their health choices but boosting their confidence and improving their self-esteem as well.
City Adds Shelter Beds, Invests in Solutions for Homelessness
SignalsAZ Article; Phoenix/Prescott Valley, AZ
The city of Phoenix relies on community partners who are dedicated to providing shelter, food and support services for individuals in the community experiencing homelessness. This includes organizations such as United Methodist Outreach (UMOM), Chicanos Por La Causa, Central Arizona Shelter Services (CASS), Native American Connections, Community Bridges, and Southwest Behavioral & Health Services. Grants are provided to these organizations from both city and federal funds to support their community efforts.
Central Phoenix Community Garden Vandalized, Volunteers Respond to Help it Bounce Back
12 News Video; Phoenix, AZ
A central Phoenix community garden, Agave Farms, was vandalized over the weekend. Kindhearted volunteers have responded to help the garden bounce back. Michelle Cloud, a Senior Team Lead with Southwest Behavioral & Health Services, led the volunteer group made up of SB&H members, and joined 12 News to share the impact that volunteering has on those involved.
Is There a Silver Lining to Covid-19?
AZTV Video; Phoenix, AZ
Although 2020 may not have been the best year, Southwest Behavioral & Health Services is trying to help people look for the silver lining! Madelyne Martinez, Lead School-Based Clinician with SB&H, joined AZTV's AZ Daily Mix show to share how.
Vice President of Southwest Behavioral & Health Services Dedicates Decades to Improving the Lives of Others
Echo Magazine Article; Phoenix, AZ
Since she was a small child, Heather Genovese has had the same motive — to take care of everyone. She does that for 12 hours a day Monday through Friday and sometimes on the weekend at Southwest Behavioral & Health Services, in a position she never thought she would be in — the Vice President of Crisis and Opioid Services.
Human Trafficking Awareness Month: Mohave County Coalition Takes Aim at Child Sex Trafficking
Kingman Daily Miner Article; Kingman, AZ
The Mohave County Domestic Violence/Human Trafficking Coalition will utilize a three-year $370,000 grant from the Department of Justice’s Office for Victims of Crime to build resources as well as inform the community and increase awareness around child sex trafficking. Included in the coalition are law enforcement agencies, the Mohave County Department of Public Health, faith-based communities, Kingman Regional Medical Center, Southwest Behavioral & Health Services, Kingman Aid to Abused People, the probation department, local schools and more.
Local Leaders Create Lasting Legacy of Giving Amid COVID-19
Scottsdale Airpark News Article; Scottsdale, AZ
A few months prior to his November 2020 passing, Alex Trebek released a memoir titled "The Answer Is...Reflections on My Life." In it, he shared his thoughts on the legacy he hoped to leave, including his wish to help people perform at their best. In his honor, the Scottsdale Airpark News featured members of the community who have been helping inspire or support people to perform at their best - through volunteerism, fundraising and other efforts to give back. Heather Genovese, SB&H VP Crisis & Opioid Services, was among those featured.
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