About Us
Our Mission
To provide access to quality behavioral health services that enrich lives and promote wellness. We are driven by a profound respect for human dignity and a desire to serve the underrepresented, the disenfranchised, and those who experience behavioral distress.
Our Vision
To improve the quality of life for the residents of the San Luis Valley
Our Vision
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Our Core Values
At SLVBHG our core values represent who we are and what we believe
Excellence Service
We believe people deserve excellence in the services we provide and utilize a holistic, preventative approach that supports people’s lives, strengthens families, nurtures our youth and empowers people.
Ethical Practices
San Luis Valley Behavioral Health Group values integrity, honesty, responsibility, and people. We ensure individuals receive the highest level of services through our application of ethical practices.
Activism
We stand on a legacy of activism that rests on a firm understanding that economic strength is the basis for self-determination. Therefore, we incorporate good business practices to ensure stability and continuity for our services. We are united by profound respect for human dignity, by a desire to serve the underrepresented, the disenfranchised and those who suffer from mental distress.
Innovation
We are progressive pioneers that utilize change to find innovative methods of meeting the needs of people including making services accessible to people where they live.
Diversity
We welcome diversity in staff and services; belief in working as a family and modeling community.
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How We Contribute to our Community
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Client Testimonials
Alamosa Resident
This Program [SafeCare Colorado] greatly improved my child interaction skills by teaching me to stay firm with my child and offer only two options instead of four or giving in . When we first started, my child would cuss at me in anger when things didn't go their way. Ramoncita suggested offering two options and staying firm because my child was looking for my reaction and expecting me to cave in. She was right. I consistently used these alternatives methods, and now, after six months, my child no longer cusses and actually likes the two-option method.
Additionally, the program helped understand more about healthcare, specifically the differences between an ER, urgent care, and home care situations. This knowledge was crucial when my child fell on concrete and hit his head. Because I remembered the steps, I knew it was an ER visit.
SafeCare Parent Graduate
SLVBHG Peer Specialist
Alamosa Resident
This Program [SafeCare Colorado] greatly improved my child interaction skills by teaching me to stay firm with my child and offer only two options instead of four or giving in . When we first started, my child would cuss at me in anger when things didn't go their way. Ramoncita suggested offering two options and staying firm because my child was looking for my reaction and expecting me to cave in. She was right. I consistently used these alternatives methods, and now, after six months, my child no longer cusses and actually likes the two-option method.
Additionally, the program helped understand more about healthcare, specifically the differences between an ER, urgent care, and home care situations. This knowledge was crucial when my child fell on concrete and hit his head. Because I remembered the steps, I knew it was an ER visit.
SafeCare Parent Graduate
SLVBHG Peer Specialist
About CMHCs
Community Mental Health Centers (CMHCs) are defined by the American Psychological Association (APA) as places where community-based activities are used to meet the behavioral health needs of individuals instead of institutional settings to promote mental well-being. In the 1960s, President John F. Kennedy presented a new approach to how society treated mental illness and individuals with behavioral health needs. The Community Mental Health Act of 1963 shifted the focus of mental health treatment from institutionalization to treatment where individuals lived. As a result, community-based mental health centers have been established throughout the country.
The idea behind this shift was that communities would be better equipped to provide services and programs that fit their unique needs. This led to the development of the community mental health center (CMHC) model of care. CMHCs are community-based facilities that offer mental health services as an alternative to hospitalization. There are currently around 2,700 CMHCs in operation across the United States.
The San Luis Valley Behavioral Health Group (SLVBHG) is a CMHC supported by county and state funding programs, federal funding through programs like Medicaid, private insurance, cash payments, and grant opportunities. Like other CMHCs, our organization serves children and adults, chronically mentally ill individuals, and those discharged from an inpatient mental health facility.
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Economic Impact
In the heart of the picturesque San Luis Valley, where vast stretches of stunning landscapes meet the open skies, a different kind of transformation has been taking place—one that's not just about the beauty of nature but about the well-being of its people. Meet the San Luis Valley Behavioral Health Group (SLVBHG), a beacon of hope and healing nestled within this vibrant community. Let's delve into the captivating narrative of how SLVBHG, a Community Mental Health Center (CMHC), has become an economic engine of positive change in the San Luis Valley.
Picture this: It's the 1960s, a time of societal reawakening, and President John F. Kennedy takes a visionary step to reshape the approach to mental health care. The Community Mental Health Act of 1963 ushers in a new era, shifting the spotlight from impersonal institutionalization to compassionate community-based care. This pivotal moment paves the way for the birth of CMHCs—places where the magic of healing happens amidst the very fabric of society.
In this transformative spirit, SLVBHG emerges as a beacon of light in the San Luis Valley. It's not just a place; it's a promise. A promise that individuals facing mental health challenges can find solace, support, and a path to wellness right within their community. In tune with the wisdom of President Kennedy, SLVBHG embraces the belief that communities themselves hold the keys to crafting services that fit like a tailored glove—services as unique and diverse as the people they serve.
But how does this tie into the economy, you might wonder? Well, let's dive in. SLVBHG, like other CMHCs, is intricately woven into the economic tapestry of the San Luis Valley. Imagine the ripple effect as funds from county and state programs, federal sources like Medicaid, private insurance, cash payments, and grants flow into SLVBHG's coffers. These funds aren't just a monetary transaction; they're an investment in human capital in the future of the community.
Consider the countless lives touched by SLVBHG—the children and adults who find a safe haven amidst the storm, the chronically mentally ill individuals who discover a path to stability, and the ones transitioning from inpatient facilities who receive continuous care. These transformed lives don't just stay within the walls of SLVBHG; they walk back into the world with newfound purpose, contributing to the local workforce, engaging in community activities, and igniting the flames of progress.
And let's not forget the skilled professionals who call SLVBHG home—therapists, counselors, and healthcare workers dedicated to fostering healing and resilience. Their presence enhances the job market, injecting economic vitality into the region while simultaneously enriching the lives of those they serve.
As SLVBHG shines its beacon of hope, it does more than illuminate the path to mental well-being. It fuels a virtuous cycle of economic prosperity, where investment in mental health translates into stronger, more resilient individuals who, in turn, nurture a thriving community. This is the true essence of a Community Mental Health Center—a transformative force that not only heals but also uplifts, that not only cares for minds but also cultivates economic growth.
In the heart of the San Luis Valley, where mountains meet meadows, and stories intertwine, SLVBHG stands tall as a testament to the power of community-based care. It's a story of resilience, a story of transformation, a story of economic impact intricately woven into the fabric of the San Luis Valley's destiny.
Operating Reserve Policy
San Luis Valley Behavioral Health Group (SLVBHG), a transparent 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, upholds responsible financial stewardship through meticulous record-keeping of revenue earned and expenditures incurred. SLVBHG maintains a policy to hold an approximate 90-day operating cash reserve to ensure uninterrupted service delivery and meet the corresponding cash needs for personnel costs and general operational expenditures.
Transparency is paramount, evident in our annual independent auditor-produced 990s accessible to the public. With an unwavering focus on financial stability, SLVBHG maintains its mission-driven services and diligently serves the community.
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HOW IT BENEFITS YOU
The San Luis Valley Behavioral Health Group is a private non-profit. Whereas for-profit corporations exist to earn and distribute taxable business earnings to shareholders, a nonprofit corporation exists solely to provide programs and services that are of public benefit. SLVBHG has a 501(c)(3) designation through the IRS. Once the IRS grants 501(c)(3) status, the organization is exempt from certain taxes and any donations to the charitable organization are tax-deductible. Many individuals and organizations prefer to make donations to 501(c)(3) private non-profits.
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