Places for People

Places for People Places for People is a non-profit healthcare organization serving people with mental illness and substance use disorders in St. Louis, Mo.

Places for People provides an unparalleled toolkit of programs, services, and resources for people with mental illnesses. Many persons served by Places for People experience complex and multilayered challenges: chronic homelessness, substance use disorder, primary health disorders, trauma and more. Our mission statement reflects our commitment to serve the most vulnerable people in our community:

“Provide caring, effective services to help those with the greatest challenges recover from mental illness and associated chronic illnesses.”

Help us sell out this year! We're looking for 4 more teams! Whether you bring your family, friends, or coworkers on Octo...
08/14/2025

Help us sell out this year!

We're looking for 4 more teams! Whether you bring your family, friends, or coworkers on October 3, you'll enjoy a great day of golf on the beautiful Missouri Bluffs golf course!

We always have great food, gifts, games, and more up our sleeves, so best believe it'll be a day you won't soon forget.

Can't make it, but still want to support your local mental health organization? We are still looking for lunch and beverage sponsors!

Register today at https://www.placesforpeople.org/events/golf/

Our 23rd Annual Golf Tournament is proudly presented by ARCO Construction Company.

Yesterday, we welcomed landlords and property managers from across the region to our Landlord Appreciation Open House at...
08/13/2025

Yesterday, we welcomed landlords and property managers from across the region to our Landlord Appreciation Open House at Places for People. 🏘️

This event was our way of saying thank you — for opening doors to individuals and families in need, and for partnering with us to make housing stability possible. Together, we’ve filled over 160 units and provided support through a variety of housing programs, with reliable backing and direct landlord support.

Special thanks to our guests for making the afternoon so meaningful.

Interested in becoming a landlord partner? Reach out to our Housing Department at kplattner@placesforpeople.org or 314.535.5600

We’re thrilled to recognize St. Louis Pharmacy (West Pine Pharmacy) as a Gold Sponsor of our 23rd Annual Golf Tournament...
08/13/2025

We’re thrilled to recognize St. Louis Pharmacy (West Pine Pharmacy) as a Gold Sponsor of our 23rd Annual Golf Tournament! 🌟⛳

Their generous support plays a vital role in helping us deliver accessible, community-based behavioral health services to those who need it most.
It’s partnerships like these that make a lasting impact—and we’re grateful to St. Louis Pharmacy for standing with us in our mission to build healthier, more resilient communities.

👉 Discover more about our sponsor: https://www.westpinerx.com/

Back-to-school season is full of excitement and, sometimes, anxiety.This time of year can be stressful for kids, teens, ...
08/11/2025

Back-to-school season is full of excitement and, sometimes, anxiety.

This time of year can be stressful for kids, teens, and caregivers alike. It’s important to keep mental health top of mind as routines shift and emotions run high.

Here are a few simple ways to support emotional wellness at home:
✔️ Check in regularly & listen without judgment
✔️ Keep routines consistent (yes, even sleep!)
✔️ Reassure your child that it’s okay to feel nervous
✔️ Make time for play, calm, and connection
✔️ Reach out if you need support

📞 Our Youth & Family team is here to help. Call (314) 330-2403 to learn more about how Places for People can support your family.

A heartfelt thank you to Drury Hotels for being a Gold Sponsor of our 23rd Annual Golf Tournament! 🏌️‍♂️⛳Your generous s...
08/08/2025

A heartfelt thank you to Drury Hotels for being a Gold Sponsor of our 23rd Annual Golf Tournament! 🏌️‍♂️⛳

Your generous support helps us expand access to community-based behavioral health services—ensuring more of our neighbors receive the mental and physical health care they need to thrive.

We’re proud to partner with organizations like Drury Hotels that share our commitment to building healthier communities.
👉 Learn more about our incredible sponsor: druryhotels.com

Places for People is hosting a Summer Essentials Drive to support the individuals and families we serve through the chal...
08/06/2025

Places for People is hosting a Summer Essentials Drive to support the individuals and families we serve through the challenging summer months.

We are currently seeking donations of new, unopened items including:
• Men’s underwear (all sizes) and clothing (especially M–L)
• Feminine hygiene products
• SPF/sunscreen, disinfectant wipes, and ponchos
• Bottled water, snacks, and more

📍 Donations can be dropped off at:
1001 Lynch Street, St. Louis, MO 63118 (Welcome Center bin)

📧 For more information, contact Jeanne Paxson at jpaxson@placesforpeople.org

ONLY 11 teams left! Help us sell out this year!Our 23rd Annual Golf Tournament, presented by ARCO Construction Company, ...
08/05/2025

ONLY 11 teams left! Help us sell out this year!

Our 23rd Annual Golf Tournament, presented by ARCO Construction Company, will be on Friday, October 3, 2025. We'll be returning once again to the beautiful Missouri Bluffs Golf Club, one of the best championship public golf courses in Missouri with its challenging layout and stunning vistas - especially in the fall!

If you're ready to say, "Out of office. It's for mental health!" sign up today!

We highly recommend it as a way to improve your own mental health and the mental health of others!

https://www.placesforpeople.org/events/golf/

Join our Young Professionals Council at Salt + Smoke in the Delmar Loop for a delicious way to give back!🗓 Thursday, Aug...
08/03/2025

Join our Young Professionals Council at Salt + Smoke in the Delmar Loop for a delicious way to give back!

🗓 Thursday, August 21 | 4–9 PM
📍 6525 Delmar Blvd, St. Louis
🌐 Order online at saltandsmokebbq.com using code GIVEBACK

To participate, be sure to mention the fundraiser or show the flyer when ordering. Salt + Smoke will donate 20% of fundraiser sales to support the behavioral health services provided by Places for People.

Let’s eat good and do good together! 💛

Thank you, ARCO Construction Company, our long-time Presenting Sponsor of our Annual Golf Tournament! For years, they ha...
08/01/2025

Thank you, ARCO Construction Company, our long-time Presenting Sponsor of our Annual Golf Tournament!

For years, they have been supporting us to ensure some of the greatest behavioral health needs are being met in our St. Louis community. They have not only brought the support, but also the compassion, the fun, and the skill to make a successful golf tournament.

When they aren't supporting us, they are busy being a design-build partner. Their business's core purpose is to make the construction process enjoyable and beneficial for their associates and customers.

Find out more about their company at https://arcoconstruction.com/

Yesterday, we were excited to welcome Be Well to Places for People for their very first visit! 💛Be Well is a Brightli in...
07/31/2025

Yesterday, we were excited to welcome Be Well to Places for People for their very first visit! 💛

Be Well is a Brightli initiative that focuses on emotional and brain health. Their team came with a table full of sensory tools, wellness exercises, aromatherapy pens, and stickers with positive mental health messages, sparking great conversations and making self-care approachable for all.

This was more than just a pop-up; it was an introduction to a movement centered on healing, connection, and brain science made simple.

🎧 Want more? Check out their podcast Brain Health Besties on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or YouTube for short, science-backed episodes on self-care and mental wellness.

🔬 9 research partnerships. One shared goal.At Illume, collaboration is at the heart of everything we do. We’re proud to ...
07/30/2025

🔬 9 research partnerships. One shared goal.
At Illume, collaboration is at the heart of everything we do. We’re proud to be working with 9 incredible research teams to explore what truly makes behavioral health care effective, equitable, and person-centered.

Together, we’re:
💡 Testing new care models
💡 Centering lived experience
💡 Turning data into action

By connecting research to action, we’re helping shape a future where behavioral health services are more responsive, equitable, and effective.

Together, we’re illuminating what works.

Check out all of our wonderful partners: Boston University, Geisel School of Medicine at Dartmouth, Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, Indiana University, Penn State, Purdue University at Indianapolis, Saint Louis University, University of Washington, & Washington University in St. Louis

We kicked off FY26 with our first Young Professionals Council meeting of the year, led by our newly elected Executive Co...
07/30/2025

We kicked off FY26 with our first Young Professionals Council meeting of the year, led by our newly elected Executive Committee! 🙌

A huge thank you to Jeanne from our Outreach team for joining us as our very first guest speaker. She shared her powerful journey with Places for People and answered thoughtful questions from the group.

Want to learn more about YPC and how to get involved? Visit: www.placesforpeople.org/work-with-us/ypc

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