Mental Health
Matters
Bethany Legacy Foundation’s Mental Health Matters initiative is a community-wide effort to strengthen mental health systems across Jefferson County. Rooted in our Legacy 2030 vision, this initiative brings together schools, nonprofits, healthcare providers, and local leaders to address one of the greatest barriers to long-term community well-being — access to mental health resources.
We believe lasting health begins when every person has hope, connection, and the support they need to thrive — mind, body, and spirit.
Our Focus:
Our Mental Health Matters initiative focuses on three key areas of impact:
Early Intervention & Youth Support
Expanding mental health education and in-school counseling services to ensure students receive care before crises occur.
Early Intervention & Youth Support
Strengthening local provider networks, mobile crisis teams, and referral systems to make care more accessible for those in need.
Early Intervention & Youth Support
Reducing stigma and building cross-sector partnerships that unite residents, nonprofits, and healthcare leaders in shared solutions.
Each focus area is designed to move Jefferson County closer to a healthier, more resilient future — one where every resident feels seen, supported, and empowered.
Partner Spotlights
Our Mental Health Matters initiative focuses on three key areas of impact:
Together, these partners exemplify what’s possible when compassion, innovation, and collaboration intersect.
Featured Stories
Explore stories of impact from across Jefferson County:
Events
Join us for upcoming community events, workshops, and discussions supporting this initiative:
Legacy Learning Lab:
Building a Mental Health Movement
November 12, 2025 – Jefferson County Public Library
Learn from local leaders about community-based strategies that foster connection and care.
Community Roundtable: Youth Resilience and Recovery
December 5, 2025 – Hanover College Auditorium
A collaborative discussion exploring prevention, peer mentorship, and school-based mental health initiatives.
Help Us Improve Mental Health in Jefferson County
At Bethany Legacy Foundation, we know a healthy community is one where no one walks alone. Mental Health Matters is one of many ways we’re building that future — by supporting organizations, amplifying voices, and creating lasting systems of care.