Caritas Care Solutions

12/02/2025

Lexington's housing crisis has left our 10 shelters struggling to meet basic needs—we urgently need beds and furniture to provide safe refuge for our neighbors without homes. Your donation to Caritas Care Solutions directly provides essential furnishings that transform emergency shelter space into places of dignity and rest for Kentucky families and individuals in crisis. Starting tomorrow, every contribution helps us fill critical gaps and offer hope to those who need it most.

I’m ready to support Caritas Care Solutions on December 2, 2025 during Bluegrass Gives. Learn more about Caritas Care Solutions and all the other organizations participating in Bluegrass Gives.

11/29/2025

The holidays can amplify grief and mental health struggles for many—if you're not okay right now, that's a completely valid human experience. Reaching out isn't weakness; it's courage, and sharing what you're carrying with a trusted friend or professional can be the lifeline you need. Your pain deserves acknowledgment and support, not silence.

11/27/2025

Here we grow again! Join our open-access, inclusive team where your skills as a licensed therapist/counselor, peer support specialist, or targeted case manager become a lifeline for youth and adults navigating mental health challenges and substance use during their most critical transition. This isn't just a job—it's a calling to walk alongside individuals who need someone to believe in their potential for transformation and recovery. If you're passionate about purpose over paychecks and ready to make a tangible difference in lives that desperately need hope, we want you on our team. Send your resume’ to careers@caritascares.org

11/27/2025

This Thanksgiving, we're honored to continue serving those entrusted to our care, because compassion knows no holidays. We're deeply grateful for our dedicated healthcare workers who answer the call today, spending time away from their own families to ensure your loved ones receive the excellent care they deserve. It's a privilege we don't take lightly—caring for your family is our calling, and we're thankful to be here when you need us most.

11/27/2025

YOU have the power to change a young adult's life this holiday season. Your gift provides more than just food and shelter—it offers hope, stability, and a fresh start to someone who needs it most. One gift, one life transformed—that's the difference YOU make. Support our 18-24 shelter today!

I’m ready to support Caritas Care Solutions on December 2, 2025 during Bluegrass Gives. Learn more about Caritas Care Solutions and all the other organizations participating in Bluegrass Gives.

11/11/2025

10/18/2025

Need a little extra support right now? You're not alone, and asking for help is one of the bravest things you can do. Our intake department is open and ready to connect you with the behavioral health resources you deserve. We're here to serve—reach out today: Referral@caritascares.org | 606-776-3185

10/18/2025

We're proud to celebrate our Caritas House team for achieving a deficiency-free annual survey—a testament to their dedication and excellence in care!

10/07/2025

Here's to one year and many more! Another growth announcement coming soon!

09/13/2025

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

The Salvation Army and Caritas Care Solutions Forge Groundbreaking Partnership to Transform Lives of Kentucky's Most Vulnerable

Strategic alliance delivers comprehensive wrap-around services, creating sustainable pathway from homelessness to independence

LEXINGTON, KY – The Salvation Army in Lexington has announced a transformative partnership with Caritas Care Solutions, a leading nonprofit behavioral health organization, to provide comprehensive onsite behavioral health services and transitional programming for shelter residents. This innovative collaboration represents a new model for addressing homelessness while supporting individuals with behavioral health and substance use disorders on their journey toward independence.

The partnership establishes Caritas Care Solutions as the primary provider of wrap-around services at The Salvation Army shelter, offering daily programming and clinical services including psychiatry, therapy, targeted case management, therapeutic rehabilitation programs, peer support, and community support services. The comprehensive approach extends beyond emergency shelter to include transitional community housing, creating a complete continuum of care.

"This partnership exemplifies what's possible when community organizations unite with a shared vision," said Sherri Baptiste - Director of Case Management. "Together, we're not just providing shelter – we're creating sustainable pathways to independence for the area's most vulnerable and marginalized populations."

The collaboration addresses critical gaps in services for individuals experiencing homelessness while managing complex behavioral health needs. By integrating clinical services directly into shelter operations, residents receive immediate access to evidence-based treatments and support services that are often difficult to access in traditional shelter models.

"Our partnership with The Salvation Army demonstrates the power of community collaboration in addressing complex social challenges," said Jason Barrett - Board Chairman. "By bringing our comprehensive behavioral health services directly to where people are, we eliminate barriers and create opportunities for real, lasting change."

Caritas Care Solutions brings extensive expertise to the partnership, operating behavioral health programs across five Kentucky locations including Lexington, Morehead, Mt. Sterling, Hazard, and Pikeville. Their evidence-based approach to behavioral health and substance use disorder treatment aligns perfectly with The Salvation Army's mission of serving those most in need.

The partnership also represents a strategic response to the evolving nonprofit landscape, where organizations face increasing challenges with payment reimbursements and complex Medicaid and commercial insurance requirements. By combining resources and expertise, both organizations strengthen their ability to serve vulnerable populations while navigating these financial complexities.

This collaboration shows how nonprofits can not only survive but thrive in today's challenging environment. When organizations come together strategically, they become stronger and more effective at serving those who need it most.

The program officially launches in the coming weeks and will serve residents immediately upon implementation. The partnership is designed to be scalable and could serve as a model for similar collaborations across Kentucky and beyond.

About The Salvation Army - The Salvation Army is an international charitable organization and that provides comprehensive social services to people in need. Founded in 1865, it operates as one of the world's largest charitable organizations.

About Caritas Care Solutions Caritas Care Solutions is a nonprofit behavioral health organization dedicated to providing comprehensive mental health and substance use disorder services across Kentucky. With locations in Lexington, Morehead, Mt. Sterling, Hazard, and Pikeville, Caritas delivers evidence-based treatment and support services to individuals and families throughout the Commonwealth.

For More Information contact
Stephanie Spires, Vice President, Mission Integration
Stephanie.Spires@caritascares.org
859-312-1044

09/01/2025

Thanks to Aetna Better Health of Kentucky's generous $10,000 Platinum sponsorship, we are excited to expand and strengthen our 18-24 mental health and substance use programs, making a meaningful difference in the lives of young adults. Together, we're creating brighter futures!

08/30/2025

Volunteer opportunity - Sept 2nd - 700 Hope Hill Road Hope Kentucky. https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScF1mVIcC0t0lzsHVk9E68LpYN9OC7p-a0YoLrn41jidNYoYw/viewform?