Mission
Our Mission
Region 8 Behavioral Health Services will provide the highest level of behavioral health, intellectual/developmental disabilities, and alcohol and drug services in the least restrictive environment possible within the limits of current knowledge.
Our Vision
Our vision is to meet the unique behavioral healthcare needs of each individual in our community as expressed through an infinite effort of a team of professionals, with strength beyond the presence of any one person. Our success is measured by the accomplishments and comfort in the lives of those we serve.
Our Commitment
We are 100% committed, at all times, to ensuring every effort is made to provide compassionate and quality services that lead to positive outcomes.
Executive Director Message
I appreciate your interest in Region 8 Mental Health Services. For nearly 50 years, we have set the standard for professional, personalized behavioral health care in central Mississippi. We are staffed and equipped to provide a variety of quality services in a safe, welcoming environment that promotes hope and healing. We understand your needs, and we desire to be your home away from home. We are the best at what we do, and we are committed to caring for your behavioral health, intellectual and developmental, and substance abuse needs for now and for the long term. If you or someone you love is in need of our services, please get in touch with us. We will work with you to design a personalized care plan and stay with you every step of the way on your specific journey.
-Dave Van, Executive Director
Our Partners
Our strong network of partners helps maximize service, innovation and value for clients:
Mississippi State Department of Health
www.msdh.state.ms.us
National Institute of Mental Health
www.nimh.nih.gov
National Mental Health Association
www.nmha.org
National Alliance for the Mentally Ill
www.nami.org
Mississippi Department of Mental Health
www.dmh.state.ms.us