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4th Annual Links to Mental Health Golf Outing benefits care in Summit County
AKRON, Ohio (July 6, 2026) – For the fourth year, our community came together on the golf course to champion local mental health. The Links…
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Portage Path Behavioral Health awarded $15,000 grant to support client services
AKRON, Ohio (June 17, 2026) – Portage Path Behavioral Health is the latest recipient of the Akron Community Foundation’s generosity. The network of non-profit…
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PNC Bank awards Portage Path Behavioral Health with $5,000 grant to support Expressive Therapy
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Portage Path Behavioral Health will enhance its Expressive Therapy group thanks to a generous $5,000 gift from PNC Bank. Expressive Therapy…
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Prioritizing Mental Health at Every Age
Mental Health Awareness Month 2025: Prioritizing Mental Well-Being at Every Age May is Mental Health Awareness Month—a time to reflect, educate, and advocate for…
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That’s A Wrap on 2024
SCOUT Responds to Over 800 Calls The Summit County Outreach Team (SCOUT) is close to celebrating its first year in operation. This team, comprised…
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The Benefits of Pet Therapy
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Portage Path Behavioral Health Receives $10,000 Grant from Akron Community Foundation to Support Co-Occurring Program
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Portage Path Behavioral Health Receives $10,000 Health & Human Services Grant from Akron Community Foundation to Support Co-Occurring Treatment Program [January…
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Small Steps Lead to Big Changes: Embracing Recovery at Portage Path
January is Substance Use Disorder Treatment Month (SUD), a time to recognize the importance of seeking help and the power of recovery. This month…
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New Year, New Goals: A Healthy Approach to Resolutions
As a new year begins, many of us start thinking about resolutions and goals for the year ahead. Whether it’s getting in shape, learning…
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Portage Path Behavioral Health Launches Groundbreaking Program for Pregnant Women Facing Opioid Use Disorder and Mental Health Challenges with Grant from OneOhio Recovery Foundation
Summit County, Ohio — Portage Path Behavioral Health (PPBH) is excited to announce the launch of a transformative new program, funded by a generous…
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OCD Awareness Week – Understanding OCD
Understanding Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) Like other mental health diagnoses, there are often myths surrounding Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD). For example, a person might say, "I…
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World Mental Health Day
How Portage Path Makes Everyday World Mental Health Day October 10 marks a significant day on the calendar: World Mental Health Day. This day…
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SCOUT Team featured in Akron Beacon Journal
New SCOUT Unit takes on Mental Health Crisis Derek Kreider, Akron Beacon Journal The Summit County Outreach Team (SCOUT) is revolutionizing how nonviolent psychiatric…
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Recognizing the Warning Signs: Suicide Prevention Month
Understanding the Warning Signs of Suicide As we observe National Suicide Prevention Month this September, it's a critical time to raise awareness about the…
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National Suicide Prevention Month – A Time for Action
September is National Suicide Prevention Month, a time dedicated to raising awareness about suicide prevention and encouraging individuals and communities to take action. …
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4 Things That Often Affect Mental Health, 4 Things To Do About It
There are a lot of factors that can affect your mental health. Sometimes there are even things we don’t think about that are playing…
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Supporting Loved Ones Struggling with Mental Illness
In a world where mental health awareness is gaining momentum, it's essential to recognize the significant role we play in supporting our loved ones…
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The History of Mental Health Care in Akron
Nestled in the heart of Summit County, Akron, Ohio, has a rich history in mental health care. From its early days as a bustling…