Methodist Family Health

01/29/2026

Last year, with your help, 4,320 Arkansans received care, hope, and healing through Methodist Family Health. We are deeply grateful for a community that continues to show up for children and families facing mental, behavioral, and emotional challenges. Thank you!

As part of our Share the Light campaign, will you help us extend that impact even further? Give today at https://mfhfoundation.org/donate

01/29/2026

After nearly 15 years of dedicated service, we celebrated the retirement of Nancy Head, who leaves Methodist Family Health as our Director of Payroll. Nancy began her journey with us as a Payroll Specialist and was promoted to Director in 2018. Her leadership and behind-the-scenes impact have helped keep Methodist Family Health running smoothly for years.

Thank you, Nancy, for your hard work and the many ways you've supported our mission. Wishing you a happy retirement and all the best in this next chapter!

01/28/2026

While the snowstorm kept everyone inside and school was out, residents at Dacus Psychiatric Residential Treatment Center found a way to bring the winter fun indoors. Staying warm and cozy, they took inspiration from the snow outside and created these cheerful snowmen. ❄️☃️

01/27/2026

When everything feels dark, even the smallest light can change everything. In this powerful story, Adam Bledsoe shares what it's like to be without direction and why showing up as a community matters so much for young people who feel scared, alone, or without hope.

Because it truly does take a village. Whether you give, volunteer, or find another way to get involved, your support helps us light a path forward for those in our care.

Let's keep the light shining.

01/21/2026

Teens in our care created these beautiful flower vase artworks, each paired with a quote from a famous poet. These pieces will be delivered to a local nursing home as gifts for the residents this holiday season. We love to see the ways those in our care spread kindness and give back to others in our community.

01/19/2026

Today, we honor the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., a leader who believed that compassion, justice, and service have the power to change lives.

At Methodist Family Health, we’re inspired by Dr. King’s call to care for one another and to stand beside children and families who need hope, healing, and support. May we continue to serve with empathy, purpose, and a shared commitment to building brighter futures for all.

01/17/2026

Thank you to NEA Report for sharing more about Methodist Children’s Behavioral Hospital–Jonesboro and how it will strengthen access to inpatient mental health care for children as part of our statewide system of care. https://bit.ly/3LCWYme

Statewide health organization expands services in Northeast Arkansas JONESBORO, Ark. — Methodist Family Health has expanded its services for children and families in Northeast Arkansas with the opening today of Methodist Children’s Behavioral Hospital–Jonesboro (MCBH–Jonesboro). Advertisemen...

01/16/2026

ICYMI: Methodist Children’s Behavioral Hospital - Jonesboro will soon begin caring for children facing short-term mental health crises, offering inpatient treatment, therapy, and education in a supportive environment. We’re grateful to everyone who joined us for the ribbon cutting and to Jonesboro Right Now for highlighting the mission behind this work.

Jonesboro community leaders and members gathered for a ribbon-cutting ceremony for Methodist Children's Behavioral Hospital on Tuesday morning.

01/15/2026

We were honored to celebrate the opening of Methodist Children’s Behavioral Hospital - Jonesboro alongside so many community leaders, partners, advocates, and supporters. The turnout at Tuesday's ribbon cutting reflects a shared commitment to strengthening access to mental health care for children in all areas of our state.

Thank you to everyone who showed up and to those who couldn't be there but supported this important project behind-the-scenes! A special thank you to Shadrachs Coffee for generously donating coffee for the event and helping make the morning even more welcoming. ☕
📸Photo credit to the fabulous Bonnie Wright Photography

01/14/2026

We’re proud to share that Methodist Children’s Behavioral Hospital - Jonesboro is officially open and will begin treating patients next week. This 70-bed inpatient facility will provide critical, short-term mental health care for children experiencing crises, allowing children and families to receive help right there in their home community. Thank you to KJNB Northeast Arkansas News for highlighting our ribbon cutting yesterday!

A new children’s mental health hospital is now operating in Jonesboro. Our Justin Briggs attended the ribbon cutting this morning and shows us how this hospital fills a need in

01/14/2026

Thank you to all who attended today’s grand opening of our newest facility, Methodist Children’s Behavioral Hospital - Jonesboro! Special thanks to the Jonesboro Regional Chamber of Commerce for assisting with the ribbon cutting and Region 8 News for sharing our story

Methodist Family Health expanded its services for children and families in Northeast Arkansas with the opening of the Methodist Children’s Behavioral Hospital Jonesboro on Tuesday.

01/09/2026

We appreciate having Families, Inc. Counseling Services tour our newest facility, Methodist Children’s Behavioral Hospital. Special thanks to our Medical Director Dr. Burnett for hosting his former colleagues!

We were honored to have members of our administrative leadership team graciously hosted by Methodist Children’s Behavioral Hospital Medical Director, Dr. John Burnett, and his incredible team for a tour of their beautiful new facility, opening in just a few weeks in Jonesboro.

This new hospital is a tremendous addition to our community and will play a vital role in serving children and adolescents across Northeast Arkansas, expanding access to much-needed behavioral health care. Methodist Children’s Behavioral Hospital will offer comprehensive inpatient and outpatient behavioral health services designed to support healing, stability, and long-term wellness for young people and their families.

Those in attendance included CEO Mark Thurman, HR Generalist DeShawnna DeFord, Director of Human Resources Sherri Harp, Vice President of Operations Haley Thomas, Families, Inc. Medical Director Dr. Pawel Kurylo, and Public Relations Coordinator Creston Sweet.

We are grateful for the opportunity to connect, collaborate, and learn more about the impactful work ahead. Welcome to Jonesboro, Methodist Children’s Behavioral Hospital — we are excited about the difference you will make in our region and beyond. 💙

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