Life Treatment Centers

01/11/2026

Good food, great people, and an even greater purpose!
A shared lunch with community partners led to a powerful reminder that collaboration turns shared purpose into greater impact. Special thanks to Molly Kelly from Upper Room for inviting Life Treatment Centers and creating a space for connection. And, a heartfelt thank you to LTC employee, Dawn Dalgarn, your passion started this connection in the first place! It truly takes a team, and we’re is lucky to have a great one!!

Pictured: Robin Vida (Chair, Partnership for a Drug-Free SJC), Amy Grill Kalka (CEO, Life Treatment Centers), Pam Smith (Women's Case Manager, Upper Room), Andee Huxhold (Executive Director, Dismas House of Indiana), and Molly Kelly (Executive Director, Upper Room)

01/09/2026

Shout out to Dawn and Reinie! They packed and distributed 50 care bags to individuals experiencing homelessness in our downtown area. Each bag included essential items like toiletries, hand warmers, hats, gloves, scarves, socks, and warming blankets! These small essentials make a meaningful impact!

This outreach was made possible through funds raised during the Recovery Walk in October! Thank you to all who continue to support our efforts and help turn generosity into action!

01/08/2026

Shout out to Lisa! Let's make this go viral! 🍕 💚 Also, shout out to the South Bend Police Department for what they did as well!! What a great moment, and we're happy to share it!

Well, Facebook... we did it! She saw our post!

Remember that story we shared last week about the Pizza Hut worker who dropped off pizzas to SBPD after not being able to find any members of the unhoused community to share them with? And then Sergeants Dawson and Calvert refused the donation and instead went out and helped complete the delivery for her?

Well... that worker... Lisa... came back to SBPD last night! She said she saw our post and wanted to treat our officers with their own pizzas this time.

Lisa is a manager at the Pizza Hut on Miami Street and says she was touched by all the people who came together to help finish her good deed.

Lisa... you are awesome! Thank you!

Did you miss the original story? Check out the link in the comments to check it out!

[Photo description: Two SBPD Sergeants pose with boxes of pizza, alongside Lisa, who works at Pizza Hut]

01/01/2026

January is Substance Use Disorder . This year’s theme, “Treatment Works! Find the Path that Works for You,” highlights the many treatment options and pathways to recovery available across the U.S.
Help raise awareness and share resources that connect people to care!

12/28/2025

We are incredibly grateful to welcome Chef Bela Szalay back to Life Treatment Centers after nearly a decade away, during which he continued serving our community in other meaningful ways. This Christmas, Chef Bela returned in the most special way by preparing a beautiful holiday dinner for the persons we serve at LTC.

The menu was nothing short of amazing:
• Oven-roasted turkey
• Honey-glazed ham
• Polish sausage
• Barbecue ribs
• Yukon Gold mashed potatoes
• Southern-style green beans
• Sausage, sage cornbread dressing
• Homemade roasted gravy
• Pumpkin pie with whipped cream
• Fresh fruit parfaits

To make the evening even more special, Chef Bela also secured donated tablecloths, linens, and real silverware, transforming the space into a true holiday dining experience filled with dignity, warmth, and care.

Thank you, Chef Bela, for your heart, generosity, and for reminding us what community and compassion look like in action.

12/25/2025

🎄 This season, our spaces are filled with more than decorations. They’re filled with creativity, teamwork, and holiday cheer!! Our Christmas décor was thoughtfully created by both staff and the persons served, making it truly meaningful from top to bottom.

Moments like these remind us that healing, connection, and joy can be found in the simple things. We’re proud of the community we build together every day.

From all of us at Life Treatment Centers, we wish you a Merry Christmas filled with warmth, hope, and togetherness!

12/22/2025

🎄 Holiday Office Hours Update: Life Treatment Centers’ offices will be closed on Christmas Day and New Year’s Day. While our offices are closed, support doesn’t stop! We’re still here for you.

If you need assistance on either of these days, please give us a call and leave a message. A member of our team will return your call as soon as possible.

Wishing you peace, support, and strength throughout the holiday season!!

12/19/2025

December Employee Spotlight: Autumn Lane ⭐️
We’re proud to recognize Autumn, one of our dedicated Primary Treatment Coordinators, for her passion and unwavering commitment to helping others. Autumn’s ability to meet clients where they are and walk alongside them in recovery reflects her deep compassion and professionalism. Her nonjudgmental approach fosters a safe, supportive environment for healing, making her an invaluable part of the LTC team!

Autumn has been with LTC for over two years, consistently bringing dedication and expertise to her role. Outside of work, Autumn is a proud girl mom of three and actively volunteers with her daughters’ school events. She loves Halloween, seafood (especially crab), and shares her home with her bald cat, Beerus. Adventurous at heart, she has swum with dolphins, held a crocodile, and even been kissed by a wolf! A driven professional, Autumn graduated with high distinction with her bachelor’s in social work, completed her master’s with a 3.9 GPA, and was honored with the Spirit of IUSSW Award in 2023. She is currently preparing to take her LCSW exam in December 2025!

Thank you, Autumn, for your dedication, compassion, and the heart you bring to Life Treatment Centers every day!

POST UPDATE: Autumn has officially passed LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Work) Exam!!!

12/19/2025

Life Treatment Centers now has a Community Naloxone (Narcan) Box available at the corner of our building at Broadway & Michigan. Naloxone saves lives!! It can reverse an opioid overdose and give someone time until help arrives.

Take one if you need it. Carry one in case someone else does. Also, always call 911 after use.

We want to give a huge thank you to Lindsey from St. Joseph County Department of Health for helping make this life-saving resource available to our community.

Please share so others know it’s here!! Happy Holidays!

12/15/2025

If you, your organization, or your leadership team are looking for a meaningful way to give back to the community, we invite you to volunteer with us. Our residents have a wide range of needs, and your time and talents can make a real, immediate impact.

Give us a call to learn more! 574-233-5433

Happy Holidays to everyone!

12/12/2025

As the temperatures drop, our residents’ need for winter essentials increases! ❄️
Most-needed items right now:
• Warm blankets & bedding
• Jackets, socks, and other cold-weather clothing
• Everyday hygiene items (body wash, toothpaste, razors, etc.)

If you’re able to give, your support helps keep our community warm and cared for this season. Thank you for leaning in and making a difference. 💙

Shoot us a message if you have any questions!

12/08/2025

Sheila and Amy Elizabeth had the opportunity to participate in a workshop hosted by the University of Notre Dame, thanks to Gwen in Public Affairs at ND. The session brought together partners across the region to explore innovative approaches to opioid-sensing research and community health, and it proved to be time well invested!!

It was at this workshop that we met Dr. Krista, who has helped spark a new Nurse Practitioner partnership for us at LTC! Read more about ND-SCAN and all the work this group is doing with the link in the comments. 🥰