Ridge Behavioral Health System

12/23/2025

Warmest wishes to you and your loved ones during this festive season. May your days be joyous and bright! ✨️✨️🎄🎄
Ridge Behavioral Health System

12/22/2025

🌟 ANNOUNCING: The Ridge Winter Conference 2026 🌟
February 20, 2026 | Lexington, KY

We are honored to welcome Keynote Speaker: Elizabeth Smart, sharing her powerful story of resilience, hope, and healing.

This year’s conference also features two dynamic presentations:

🧠 Dwight Bain – “AI Companions and Teen Mental Health: The Risks of AI Replacing Counselors and Parents”
A critical look at how emerging technology is shaping the emotional world of today’s youth.

🚨 Ricky Lynn, Special Victims Unit Detective – “Trauma and Exploitation: How Early Adversity Shapes Vulnerability”
An inside perspective on protecting at-risk populations and understanding trauma pathways.

✨ What’s Included:

• Light breakfast & lunch
• Exhibitor tables & VIP opportunities
• 5 CEUs for attendees
• Networking with mental health, social service, education, and law enforcement professionals

Single Registration: $150

📲 Registration Now Open!
Reserve your spot today — this conference will sell out quickly.
https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/tp8ef4c

Join us for a day of learning, connection, and impactful conversation at The Ridge Winter Conference 2026. We can’t wait to see you there!

12/20/2025

Santa came a little early to visit The Ridge employees and their families to see who had been naughty or nice. The Grinch and Cindy Lou Who also made an appearance and tried to steal the show!!

12/18/2025

You are not alone. Losing someone to su***de is a profound and painful experience, and support matters. Help, hope, and healing are possible—and it’s okay to reach out when the weight feels too heavy. 💙

Losing a loved one to su***de is difficult and can come with a lot of complicated emotions. There is support available to help survivors of su***de loss like you, your friends, and family cope with…

12/17/2025

The Ridge was filled with holiday cheer as our staff showed up in their finest ugly sweaters! From festive flair to full-on funny, the creativity was impressive.

Moments like these remind us that while we take our work seriously, we also value joy, connection, and a little fun. Thank you to our amazing team for bringing the holiday spirit and smiles to work today! ❤️

12/17/2025

The holidays can be a joyful time - but they can also bring added stress and challenges to sobriety. At The Ridge, we offer intensive outpatient services and partner with Primary Purpose for sober living.
The Ridge also offers medically assisted detox on inpatient level. You don't have to navigate alone, help is available.

12/16/2025

🎄✨ The Ridge is kicking off our 12 Days of Christmas! ✨🎄

We’re starting the season by celebrating the heart of our organization — our incredible staff. Over the next 12 days, we’ll be spreading holiday cheer, gratitude, and a little festive fun as we recognize the dedication, compassion, and teamwork our team brings every single day.

From caring for our patients to supporting one another, our staff truly makes The Ridge a special place. Stay tuned as we count down to Christmas and share moments of joy along the way! ❤️🎁

12/15/2025

Not every student has a happy home life, and the holiday season can lead to increased stress for teens. Studies show the mental health of our high school students continues to be a significant national concern.

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) found that among U.S. high school students: 40 percent of students had persistent feelings of sadness or hopelessness, 20 percent of students seriously considered su***de and nearly nine percent had attempted su***de.

The study reported that girls, LGBTQ+ students and those across racial and ethnic groups were more likely to struggle with their mental health, impacting their grades, decision-making skills and overall health.

Schools and community partners can help students who are at risk for mental health concerns. We are here to partner with schools, students and their families to help them get through the holiday season with programs that specialize in treating teens. Call us today at (859) 269-2325 for a confidential, level-of-care assessment.

12/11/2025

The Ridge Behavioral Health System delivers a comprehensive continuum of care, including psychiatric inpatient stabilization, medically supervised detox, Partial Hospitalization Programming (PHP), Intensive Outpatient Programming (IOP), school-based programming, and sober living options through our partnership with Primary Purpose. We are honored to be recognized by Newsweek and Statista as one of America's Best Addiction Treatment Centers 2025. For further information about our services for yourself or a loved one, please contact us today at 859-269-2325. Ridge Behavioral Health System
Open 24/7/365. Walk-ins welcome!

12/10/2025

We are pleased to announce that Amanda Florence, MSW, has joined UHS as the Regional Market Director of Intake for the Kentucky and Indiana region.
Amanda brings over 11 years of experience in mental health and substance use services, with a strong background in leadership, process improvement, and regulatory compliance. She has successfully managed multidisciplinary teams across multiple hospitals and has demonstrated expertise in strategic planning, operational oversight, and enhancing patient care standards.
In her new role, Amanda will oversee intake operations across the region, focusing on standardization of processes, quality improvement, and collaboration with clinical and administrative teams to ensure exceptional patient experiences.
Brad Lincks, Regional Vice President, shared: "Amanda's proven leadership and deep understanding of behavioral health operations make her an outstanding addition to our team. Her commitment to quality and patient-centered care aligns perfectly with our mission, and we are excited to see the positive impact she will bring to the Kentucky and Indiana region."
Please join us in welcoming Amanda to the UHS family. We are excited about the knowledge and leadership she brings to our organization and look forward to her contributions in advancing our mission.
Congratulations, Amanda! 👏 👏 👏

12/10/2025

In addition to medically supervised detox, we provide Sober Living options in partnership with Primary Purpose Recovery Residences for individuals seeking substance use disorder treatment. To learn more about our services for yourself or a loved one, please contact us today at 859-269-2325. Ridge Behavioral Health System Primary Purpose Recovery Residences Ridge Behavioral Health System

12/10/2025

The Ridge is accessible 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to accept your call. No referral is required to initiate the healing process for you or your loved one. We provide multiple levels of care, including inpatient stabilization, Partial Hospitalization Programming, Intensive Outpatient Programming, and school-based programming.
Contact us today. 859-269-2325
Walk-ins are welcome.
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