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As I have often described, the staff at Beacon Mental Health is a dedicated, talented group of well-trained people who help local citizens in need every day. It is an honor to work with them, and they deserve all the praise we can give them. Today, I want to shine a special light on […]
CEO Message – Our Volunteer Boards of Directors Read More »
Get to know Beacon Mental Health’s Director of Nursing and Healthcare Home: Dana Fifer who has worked for Beacon for 3.5 years (June will be 4 years) What do you like to do in your free time? My family is very important to me. I enjoy spending time with them. We spend time going to
Employee Spotlight: Dana Fifer, Director of Nursing and Healthcare Home Read More »
This is the last newsletter of 2024, a time to reflect on the year as a whole, and to put current events into a longer perspective. Of course, the topic of the moment is the refusal of the Platte County Commission to move forward with the Children’s Services Fund for the youth of a county
Letter from the CEO: Moving Forward with Positivity Read More »
They say that if you want to get something accomplished, you should ask a busy person because they know how to get things done. As a Vice President of Human Resources for both the Argosy Casino & Hotel and the Hollywood Casino at Kansas Speedway, Nickie Smith is a very busy person, with over 1,000
Board Member Spotlight: Nickie Smith Read More »
Get to know Beacon Mental Health’s Health Information Management (HIM) Specialist, Erika Reyes! How long have you worked at Beacon Mental Health? January 13, 2025 will mark 5 years with Beacon What do you like to do in your free time? I like to take trips with my family, enjoy concerts and other live
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Beacon’s 2024 Consumer of the Year award went to Michelle Ellinger, in recognition of her contributions to our community. She was chosen for many reasons, including her fine work at our “Lunch Box” program, where she oversees the store and trains the volunteer staff. Her nomination said: “She teaches job skills and is very patient,
Celebrating Beacon Mental Health’s 2024 Consumer of the Year Read More »
Beacon Mental Health staff and consumers were deeply saddened by the passing of our Medical Director, Dr. Grant Piepergerdes. He served our community as a psychiatrist for more than 25 years, helping thousands of people. His talent, humor and wisdom will be missed by those who knew him.
Remembering Dr. Piepergerdes Read More »
