Columbia River Mental Health Services, which abruptly suspended some operations March 24 due to financial woes, announced Thursday it has hired its former CEO back.…
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Columbia River Mental Health finds means to offer some services but cash flow problems that started last year remain
By The Citizen on March 28, 2025
After announcing earlier this week it would suspend operations, Columbia River Mental Health Services has found a way to continue providing select behavioral health programs,…
Columbia River Mental Health Services suspends operations
By The Citizen on March 24, 2025
Financial woes forced Columbia River Mental Health Services to suddenly suspend operations Monday. The move leaves thousands of people who rely on the Vancouver-based nonprofit…
Who is in charge of health care? Vancouver woman’s doctor prescribed a medication but insurance denied it four times
By The Citizen on February 22, 2025
Dannielle Wright hoped to get her life back on track by seeking treatment for her depression. Then, her doctor and insurance company could not agree…
Columbia River Mental Health Services aims to have a new mobile clinic up and running later this year
By The Citizen on January 18, 2025
People living in homeless camps struggle to access drug treatment in Clark County, contributing to a wave of overdose deaths. A new program seeks to…
‘Tristan matters’: Candlelight vigil for missing Vancouver teen to be held Saturday
By The Citizen on November 14, 2024
Organizers of a Saturday vigil for a 16-year-old who went missing in September hope the event helps the boy’s family feel less alone. Read more… …
Birchstone hopes to bridge the gap; clinic in Vancouver will offer mental health urgent care starting this month
By The Citizen on October 2, 2024
A person experiencing a mental health crisis often needs more support than a visit to the emergency room. A family of therapists in Vancouver aims…
Ensure kids are healthy students: Pediatrician shares advice for back-to-school success
By The Citizen on August 15, 2024
It’s that time of year when summer activities slow down, parents stock up on school supplies, teachers prepare classrooms and kids get ready to head…
Cowlitz Indian Tribe offers youth addiction treatment at its Hazel Dell office
By The Citizen on August 15, 2024
After a pause during the pandemic due to a lack of providers, the Cowlitz Indian Tribe now offers addiction treatment for youth at its Hazel…
Now open a year, no issues noted with central Vancouver addiction treatment facility NorthStar
By The Citizen on August 1, 2024
Despite initial concerns from neighbors about a new addiction treatment facility in central Vancouver, surrounding businesses and clinic staff say they haven’t experienced any problems…