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Supporting Youth in Crisis: How Alison Johnson Supports Occupational Therapy at Monarch 

For the past four years, Alison Johnson has played a key role in advancing Monarch’s approach to supporting youth experiencing behavioral health crises. As the director of occupational therapy (OT) at the SECU Youth Crisis Center (YCC) in Charlotte, N.C., she meets with each individual admitted, conducts a…

From Crisis to Care: How Monarch’s Youth Crisis Model Is Expanding to Cabarrus County

When a young person arrives at the SECU Youth Crisis Center (YCC) in Charlotte, N.C. they are often in one of the most overwhelming moments of their life.  What happens next matters.  From…

Spring 2026 Momentum Newsletter

Step inside this season’s stories and see how connection, resilience and opportunity continue to shape the lives of the people we support in this edition…

Monarch in Rhode Island: How Putnam Pike Continues to Serve Two Years Later 

As Putnam Pike celebrates its second anniversary, it eyes additions and improvements to better serve our patients.

Regional Behavioral Health Center Launches New Website

A new website, ProgressStartsHere.org, has launched to provide information and updates about the Stephen M. Morris Behavioral Health Center, a new state-of-the-art facility scheduled to open in mid-2026.  The…

Tailored Care Management Services: Stacey Price Continues on the Road to Recovery 

Monarch’s Tailored Care Management program assists Stacey Price in his journey recovering from drug addiction by providing personalized support.

Monarch Names Ashley Conrad, MSL Chief Operating Officer, Crisis Services

Monarch has named Ashley Conrad, MSL, as its new Chief Operating Officer, Crisis Services.

A New Chapter After the Crash: Finding a Way Forward 

“First I was driving and the next thing I knew, I woke up in the hospital with people around me, learning I had short-term memory…

Brewing Confidence: A Latte Heart, a Little Art and a Lot of Support

Through Monarch’s Tailored Care Management program, crafter and barista Jodi Nehring found the guidance and encouragement to build confidence, stay connected to her goals and…

“I Still Had Work to Do”: Melody’s Story of Recovery and Renewal 

When Melody Clore woke up in a hospital room after nearly two months in a coma, she didn’t remember how she got there, only that she had survived.  “I heard a…

Finding Confidence and Purpose Through Monarch’s IPS Program 

With encouragement, trust and compassion, Elizabeth Bradshaw turned setbacks into strength  When Elizabeth Bradshaw first connected with Monarch’s Individual Placement and Support (IPS) program, she…

Your Back-to-School Mental Health Toolkit: Support for Students and Families 

Going back to school can feel exciting and scary at the same time. For many students and families, this season brings new challenges that affect…