Wayne/Holmes MHRB

Wayne/Holmes MHRB Our mission is to provide leadership, support, and funding to community partners and agencies.

The Mental Health & Recovery Board is comprised of volunteer citizens and is commissioned under Ohio law to serve as the local mental health and substance abuse authority for the Wayne and Holmes County service district. The Board's purpose is to assess community needs and to plan, organize and manage public resources so essential services are provided. This page or any social media accounts manag

ed by the MHRB are not intended to provide medical advice and are not monitored with the intent to provide emergency response. If you find yourself or someone you know struggling, the following resources are available:

Local Resources:
911
Crisis team at The Counseling Center: 330-264-9029
Housing Navigator (OneEighty): 330-749-2638

National Resources:
Suicide and Crisis Lifeline: 988
Crisis Text Line: Text 4HOPE to 741-741
Veterans Hotline: Dial 988 and Press 1 or Text 838-255
The Trevor Project: 1-866-488-7386
Copline: 1-800-267-5463

IMPORTANT NOTICE REGARDING POSTS: Any submission to this forum is completely voluntary. This forum is publicly accessible and is not intended to be, and is not, a confidential forum. You are hereby notified that any self-publication of information, that reveals or otherwise contains individually identifiable information posted on a blog, internet website, or other electronic forum, constitutes a waiver of any protections afforded that information under applicable confidentiality laws. Any and all comments and publications will be considered self-disclosures and a waiver of such protections in regards to the content of such comments and publications. As the integrity of your protected health information is important to us, we ask that you refrain from including any individually identifiable information in your posting or submission (examples: names, initials, addresses, specific dates and any other information that might identify you or other persons). The Board reserves the right to remove names and any other individually identifiable information included in a post in accordance with applicable confidentiality laws. The Board reserves the right to remove any posting for any reason. The Board may be required under Ohio law to report information related to criminal activity to law enforcement authorities.

06/03/2026

A commissioners' recent proclamation highlights mental health awareness and urges residents to support neighbors and reduce stigma. See link below ⬇️

📸 Provided by Jamie Imhoff

🎉 Join us in celebrating a fantastic milestone! 🎉We are absolutely thrilled to announce that our Executive Director, Nic...
06/02/2026

🎉 Join us in celebrating a fantastic milestone! 🎉

We are absolutely thrilled to announce that our Executive Director, Nicole Williams, has officially graduated from the Holmes County Leadership program! 🎓✨

This incredible program is all about digging deep into the heart of our community, building meaningful connections, and developing the visionary skills needed to drive real, positive change. Taking part in this journey means exploring the unique strengths and opportunities within Holmes County, collaborating with other passionate local leaders, and bringing fresh, innovative ideas back to the Mental Health & Recovery Board of Wayne and Holmes Counties.

Congratulations on this fantastic milestone! 🎉

05/29/2026

As Mental Health Awareness Month comes to a close, we're proud to finish May strong by continuing to expand access to mental health care in our community.

Please join us in welcoming Anthony Edie, PMHNP, to the Viola Startzman Clinic team! Anthony is a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner who will begin seeing patients in June, helping us meet the growing need for timely, compassionate mental health services.

Over the past year, mental health visits at Viola Startzman Clinic have increased by more than 200%, demonstrating the significant need for accessible behavioral health services throughout Wayne and Holmes Counties. The addition of Anthony further strengthens our commitment to providing timely, high-quality mental health care to those who need it most.

Whether you are struggling with anxiety, depression, stress, ADHD, mood concerns, or other mental health challenges, help is available.

📞 Call 330-262-2500 today to schedule an appointment.

Together, we are working to build a healthier community—one patient at a time.

05/28/2026
05/28/2026

For people trained in CIT (Crisis Intervention Team), this will be an excellent class to advance your skills to the next level!

05/22/2026
05/21/2026

Today, we’re grateful for a partner whose leadership strengthens the wellbeing of our entire region: the Mental Health & Recovery Board of Wayne and Holmes Counties.

The Board plays a vital role in ensuring that individuals and families have access to mental‑health and recovery services rooted in dignity, compassion, and community care. Their commitment to education, prevention, crisis response, and long‑term support helps create a stronger, healthier Wayne and Holmes Counties for all of us.

At Homeward Bound, we see every day how mental health shapes a person’s stability, confidence, and sense of hope. Thanks to the Board’s guidance and collaboration, our guests have a clearer path to the resources and support they need to move forward.

We’re thankful for:

• Community leadership that strengthens the entire network of care
• Education and prevention efforts that reduce stigma and increase understanding
• Crisis‑response coordination that ensures people aren’t facing their hardest moments alone
• Partnership and collaboration that directly supports the guests we serve every day

During Mental Health Awareness Month, we’re especially grateful for the Board’s steady presence and unwavering commitment to the wellbeing of our community. Their work makes healing possible, and we’re proud to stand alongside them.

🎉 Welcome to the Team, Becky Starner 🎉The Mental Health & Recovery Board of Wayne and Holmes Counties is thrilled to ann...
05/18/2026

🎉 Welcome to the Team, Becky Starner 🎉The Mental Health & Recovery Board of Wayne and Holmes Counties is thrilled to announce that Becky will be joining us as our new Program Coordinator, effective June 1st!

Becky brings over 8 years of incredible experience as a public health leader driving community-based programs. As a Licensed Social Worker (LSW) with a Master of Social Work, she has a proven track record of securing funding, analyzing community health data, and leading multidisciplinary teams to improve population health outcomes. She is no stranger to our local communities! For the past several years, Becky has served as the Personal Health Services Director at the Holmes County General Health District in Millersburg. She is deeply embedded in the region's network, serving as Vice Chair of the Holmes County Family and Children First Council, and as an active member of both the Housing Coalition of Holmes County and the Su***de Prevention Coalition of Wayne & Holmes Counties. She also brings intermediate proficiency in Pennsylvania Dutch!

In her new role, Becky will be responsible for program planning, development, and coordination with partner agencies to ensure the provision of vital mental health and addiction services. We are so incredibly lucky to have her extensive knowledge and local passion on our team as we continue serving both Wayne and Holmes Counties.

Please join us in giving Becky a warm welcome! 👏✨

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2200 Benden Drive
Wooster, OH
44691

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Monday 9am - 4pm
Tuesday 9am - 4pm
Wednesday 9am - 4pm
Thursday 9am - 4pm

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+13302642527

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