Brookings Behavioral Health and Wellness

07/14/2025

Let's start the week with intention, kindness, and a reminder that your pace is enough. Whether you're climbing mountains or just showing up today, both are brave. Give yourself the same care and compassion you offer others. You deserve it! 💚

07/10/2025

Reaching out can be scary but you don't have to do it alone.
Here’s the truth: if you’re struggling, we’re here.

When you call BBHW, you’ll be met with support, not judgement. We'll listen, help you understand your options, and walk with you step by step.

Whether you’re dealing with anxiety, depression, trauma, substance use, or just feeling overwhelmed by life, we’re here to help you navigate it.

You don’t have to have it all figured out. You just have to start with a call.
📞 (605) 697‑2850
🌱 Let’s take the next step together.

07/08/2025

“I’m fine.”
Sometimes the most heartbreaking words sound the most ordinary. Many of us have said it because it feels easier than opening up, or safer than risking judgment.

At BBHW, we believe in creating space for honest conversations, messy emotions, and real support. You don’t have to have the perfect words or the perfect timing. You just have to know: you’re not alone.

Let’s all work to check in with the people we love and to answer truthfully when someone checks in with us.

We’re here when you’re ready to talk.
📞 Crisis support is available 24/7: (605) 697‑2850

06/03/2025

✨ The wait is over! ✨
We’re officially opening the doors to our new home tomorrow — The Ivy Center at Brookings Behavioral Health and Wellness.

We’re thrilled to welcome our clients and community into this beautiful new space, a place built for healing, hope, and connection.

Please note: Our main entrance is now on the south side of the building along 4th Street.

While we are excited to be settling in, we are still putting the finishing touches on the space, thank you for your patience and continued support as we complete this final phase!

03/04/2025

Exciting progress at BBHW! Our new facility is coming to life, bringing us one step closer to expanding mental health resources for our community. Take a look as we get settled into the new northwest addition!

✨ What’s next?
✔️ Renovation of the original structure is well underway
✔️ Ongoing work in the southwest addition
✔️ Project completion projected for mid July - Ahead of schedule!

We can’t wait to share this space with you! Thank you for your continued support. 💙

01/28/2025

Office Furniture Has Arrived!

We're officially one week away from move-in day on phase I, and things are coming together beautifully! A huge thank you to our amazing community partners at Brookings for their expertise and support in the furnishing of our new space.

Our staff will soon have functional and beautiful office furniture, creating a workspace that supports the important work we do every day.

Stay tuned for more updates as we prepare to settle into our new home—exciting times ahead!

01/23/2025

🌟 A Month of Resilience & Generosity in Downtown Brookings 🌟

Nearly a month has passed since the devastating events in Downtown Brookings, and our community has shown extraordinary strength and compassion in supporting those affected.

💛 To date, $18,040 has been raised in monetary contributions!
In addition, the community has generously provided clothing, blankets, bedding, personal items, kitchen and household goods, and furniture to individuals who were displaced and lost their belongings.

Our team has been hard at work distributing funds and items to ensure those impacted are cared for. We’re also partnering closely with Downtown Brookings to support businesses as they recover. Thank you to all the Downtown Brookings businesses who have stepped up to help in this effort!

At this time, we are no longer accepting physical donations, but you can still make a monetary contribution to support recovery efforts. Every dollar helps.

🔗 https://donorbox.org/downtown-brookings-fire-relief

We are in awe of the generosity, resilience, and love that defines the Brookings community. Together, we continue to make a difference. Thank you for standing with us! 💙

12/31/2024

We are truly humbled by the overwhelming show of support for those impacted by yesterday's fire in Downtown Brookings. Thank you for coming together to make a difference! 💙

As we continue to learn more about the specific needs of those affected, we will share targeted requests for items. In the meantime, if you’re able, please consider making a monetary donation to support individuals and families displaced by the fire.

https://donorbox.org/downtown-brookings-fire-relief

If you or someone you know is in need of assistance, please don’t hesitate to reach out, we’re here to help. Together, we can provide the care and support our community needs.

Thank you for being part of this important effort! 💙

12/31/2024

Our hearts go out to everyone impacted by today’s fire in Downtown Brookings. We are committed to supporting individuals, families, and businesses as they navigate this difficult time. 💙

The Ivy Center is here to help, providing a place to coordinate donations and assistance for those displaced by the fire. If you or someone you know has been affected, please don’t hesitate to reach out for support, including assistance with replacing lost items, connection with community resources and 24/7 crisis services.

We also want to extend our deepest gratitude to the first responders who worked tirelessly to protect our community today. Your courage and dedication do not go unnoticed. 🙏

Please see the post from Downtown Brookings for more details about how you can help or receive assistance. Together, we will get through this.

Want to help those affected by the Downtown Brookings fire?

**Update as of 12/31 morning - At this time, monetary donations are the most appreciated and effective way to support those impacted by the fire. Digital donations are being accepted here: https://donorbox.org/downtown-brookings-fire-relief **

The Ivy Center will accept physical donations for those individuals, families, and businesses displaced by the fire. The Ivy Center is open Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM (closed New Year's Day) at 211 4th St, near the 72-hour parking lot.

Were you affected by the fire? In addition to assistance replacing lost items, The Ivy Center can provide 24/7/365 after-hours and crisis support services. They are committed to offering any assistance necessary to support those impacted by today’s fire.

Please don't hesitate to reach out if you or someone you know needs help:
Brookings Behavioral Health & Wellness
The Ivy Center
211 4th Street
605-697-2850
mbfishback@brookingsivycenter.org
www.brookingsivycenter.org

12/12/2024

Staff & CARE group had a wicked good time at the movies today. 🩷💚

12/04/2024

💙 Thank You for Supporting BBHW! 💙

We are so grateful to everyone who has contributed to The Ivy Center this . But the day isn’t over yet! There’s still time to make a difference and help us reach our goal. Every donation, big or small, has a direct impact on the lives of those in our community.

💻 Donate here: https://donorbox.org/the-ivy-center

Thank you for believing in our mission and being part of this transformational journey. Together, we’re creating a brighter, healthier future for Brookings. 💙

12/03/2024

The Ivy Center is Taking Shape!

We’re so excited to share a behind-the-scenes look at the construction progress of The Ivy Center, a space designed to transform mental health and substance use care in our community.

This project is more than a building—it’s a commitment to creating a safe, welcoming place where individuals can receive the comprehensive care they need, exactly when they need it most.

This Giving Tuesday, you can help make this vision a reality.
Donate here: https://donorbox.org/the-ivy-center

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Together, we’re building hope, healing, and a stronger community. 💙