About MHRB
The Mental Health & Recovery Board of Portage County funds services for Portage County residents through its network of agencies. Services help families, adults, teens and children with mental illness, depression, addictions, in crisis and at risk for suicide. Board-funded treatment improves the lives of thousands of Portage County, Ohio, residents who seek services from our system of care and support. The system is funded by Portage County taxpayers, along with grants and funds from the State of Ohio. Adults and families receiving services pay what they can afford, making services accessible to as many as possible.
The duties of the Mental Health & Recovery Board of Portage County are set by the state of Ohio. One of 50 similar boards in the state, the Portage County MHRB has the responsibility for seeing that services and facilities are available locally for treatment of adults, teens and children with mental illness and addiction.
We believe that mental health is just as important as physical health and can have a profound impact on a person's overall wellbeing. At the Mental Health & Recovery Board of Portage County, we are committed to providing the resources and support needed to help individuals overcome mental health challenges and improve their quality of life.
Our Mission
The mission of the Mental Health & Recovery Board of Portage County is to develop, manage and sustain a community-driven system of behavioral health treatment, prevention and recovery services.
Our Values
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Break down stigma to encourage people through education and community support to seek help with the awareness that behavioral health is a health issue
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Support and advocate for people with mental health and alcohol and other drug problems to address unmet needs as they undergo treatment and work toward recovery
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Ensure that services are easily accessible and provided in a coordinated and collaborative manner across Portage County
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Operate as stewards of public funding to be responsive to community needs, encouraging the use of evidence-based practices that are both cost effective and clinically sound
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Respect the rights and dignity of all people, treating everyone in a just and equal manner
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Empower people to be productive members of the community
With one in four families experiencing either mental health or substance abuse problems in today’s world, it’s good to know that Portage County has quality, affordable services. The mental health and safety of children are a priority.
Culture of Quality
MHRB is one of 50 Boards that make up Ohio Association of County Behavioral Health Authorities, a trade association for Ohio’s Alcohol, Drug Addiction, and Mental Health (ADAMH) Boards. The association awards Culture of Quality Certification (COQ) to Boards who have demonstrated evidence of substantial conformance with the COQ standards and a serious commitment to meeting the goals of the COQ program. MHRB is proud to have acheived this certification in 2024.
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