Good morning.
For more than a century, Central Clinic has been dedicated to improving the lives of children, families, and adults, inspiring them to make meaningful change, while addressing their behavioral health challenges. Our patients/clients thrive because people like you invest in our mission. As we enter into spring, we are reflecting on the incredible journey we’ve embarked upon and are grateful for the support of our donors, foundations, and the local community.
Central Clinic Behavioral Health (CCBH) is pleased to announce it has received a $25,000 grant from the Charles Moerlein Foundation, Fifth Third Bank, N.A., Trustee.
CCBH will use the funding to support its Adult Services programming, including staff training and development, group supplies and resources, and provisions for its client resource closet. The grant will also cover non-billable clinical work for the Senior Connections program.
Central Clinic Behavioral Health (CCBH) has come a long way since 1923. Growing from a small nonprofit serving both children and adults into an organization with six divisions, we have a plethora of specialized programming and services developed over time to meet the evolving needs of the community. It truly has been quite the transformation.
Our thoughtful growth has allowed us to broaden our impact and make a real difference in the lives of those we serve. Meaningful changes, both big and small, strengthen and enhance outcomes.
Central Clinic Behavioral Health (CCBH) is pleased to announce that it has received grants totaling $105,000 from a trio of private organizations within the Greater Cincinnati Foundation: Thomas J. Emery Memorial, Andrew Jergens Foundation, and Daniel and Susan Pfau Foundation.
The grants will support young children and youths through CCBH’s Ready to Learn (RtL) school-based services and Young Child Institute (YCI)’s mission to treat early childhood mental health. Many of the mental and behavioral health services covered by the funding are not billable to health insurance.
In 1923, Central Clinic Behavioral Health (CCBH) was awarded a $30,000 grant from the Community Chest, now known as United Way. This investment launched the first mental health nonprofit serving both children and adults in the State of Ohio – our organization.
June 2024 marked the beginning of Central Clinic Behavioral Health’s 101st year. We are known for pioneering services that meet the unique cultural needs of specialized populations across our community. Our century-long commitment to meeting the needs of the community has had a lasting impact, offering a foundation for launching innovative services. Our philosophy to build programs that consider intricacies and identify options to overcome barriers supports our clients in their path of healing, recovery and resiliency. This same philosophy is being carried forward into our 101st year with a newfound excitement.
Remarkable things can happen during times of transition. Fresh enthusiasm has ignited thoughtful contemplation of possibilities. We are connecting with others and thinking outside the box for ways to modernize and enhance our reputation for being a leader in behavioral health. Together we are making things happen! Two new programs are being piloted: one that seeks to address bed shortages at the regional state hospital and the other tailored to meet the needs of individuals over the age of 60.
Central Clinic Behavioral Health (CCBH) has promoted Bob Weghorst, LISW, to its Director of Adult Services, effective May 1.
Weghorst has been a vital resource for CCBH, a nonprofit committed to compassionate behavioral health services for lasting recovery and resiliency, since 2014. He was previously a Case Manager, Therapist and Case Management Supervisor for Adult Services.
“Bob Weghorst’s leadership, passion and dedication to behavioral health have provided integral support to our organization for a decade,” said Dr. Kimberly Mages, CCBH President and CEO. “As Director of Adult Services, he will connect even more individuals with services to find hope, healing and well-being.”
In 1923, Central Clinic Behavioral Health (CCBH) was awarded a $30,000 grant from the Community Chest, now known as United Way. This investment launched the first mental health nonprofit serving both children and adults in the State of Ohio – our organization.
For those of you familiar with Cincinnati and its healthcare community, you will recognize the name of Dr. Emerson A. North. In 1956, the Cincinnati Sanitarium (originally established in 1873) was renamed for Emerson Arthur North, MD because he was a pioneer in clinical psychiatry at the University of Cincinnati. Dr. North was hired as the first director of CCBH, then called Central Psychiatric Clinic, and he led the agency through the initial stages of growth while holding a position as professor of psychiatry at the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine.
Chief Clinical Officer chosen for impactful role for vision, leadership
Cincinnati, OH – Central Clinic Behavioral Health (CCBH) announced today that its Board of Trustees has selected Kimberly Mages, Ph.D. as its new President & CEO, effective Jan. 2, 2024. Dr. Mages, a fixture within the organization for the last 15 years, emerged as the top candidate to lead the oldest outpatient mental health clinic west of the Alleghenies.
Dr. Mages will begin her tenure as President & CEO as CCBH enters its 101st year of providing choices and options through a compassionate approach to behavioral health services that results in lasting recovery and resiliency. She brings extensive experience to a position long held by the retiring Walter S. Smitson, Ph.D., who has served CCBH for the last 55 years.
Each year the NASW Ohio Chapter recognizes exceptional social workers, students, and agencies whose work in service to their communities reflects the values of the social work profession. Regional winners have been selected from the nominees for each of the NASW Ohio Chapter’s 8 regions.
