Zepf Center

03/07/2026

🚨 We’re Hiring — $5,000 Sign-On Bonus! 🚨

Zepf Center is offering a $5,000 sign-on bonus for new team members in our Crisis Services Department.

We’re hiring Mental Health Professionals (LSW, LPC, LISW, LPCC) and Mental Health Technicians (no experience needed, behavioral health background preferred).

If you’re ready to make a real difference during life’s hardest moments, this is your sign.

Apply today and join a team that shows up when it matters most: https://www.zepfcenter.org/careers/

The Zepf Center is a Toledo area non-profit that provides behavioral health and vocational services to youth and adults with severe and persistent mental illness in Lucas County. Services include child & adolescent psychiatric, medical, residential, and therapy services, as well as career developmen...

03/06/2026

Gambling can be a fun activity for some, but for others, it can quietly become stressful or hard to manage. That’s why we’re encouraging you to take a quick, honest check-in.

The Brief Biosocial Gambling Screen (BBGS) takes less than one minute, is 100% anonymous, and can help you reflect on how gambling may be impacting your life. Take the survey here: https://bit.ly/407ZUuI

Take a moment to check in with yourself. This Brief Biosocial Gambling Screen takes less than a minute to complete, is anonymous, and can help you reflect on how gambling may be impacting your life. There are no right or wrong answers — just honest ones. If you have questions or concerns about pro...

03/05/2026

Introducing the Parent Playbook: A New Monthly Series for Families!

Parenting doesn’t come with a manual, but support helps. That’s why we’re launching Parent Playbook, a monthly series led by our Clinical Director of Youth Services.

Each month, she’ll answer real questions from parents, address common concerns facing youth today, and share practical, easy-to-use tips for families.

From school stress and social media to emotional well-being and behavior challenges, Parent Playbook is here to offer guidance, reassurance, and tools you can use right away.

Have a question you’d like answered in an upcoming episode? Drop it in the comments, send us a message, or email marketing@zepfcenter.org. We're here for you!

The Zepf Center is a Toledo area non-profit that provides behavioral health and vocational services to youth and adults with severe and persistent mental illness in Lucas County. Services include child & adolescent psychiatric, medical, residential, and therapy services, as well as career developmen...

03/04/2026

What a powerful way to kick off Women’s History Month!

Our Communications Manager and Gambling Treatment Program Manager were thrilled to attend the inaugural Her Hockey Night Women’s Professional Networking Event to empower, connect, and celebrate women making an impact in the sports industry.

We’re grateful for our continued partnership with the Toledo Walleye and proud to be part of events that champion opportunity, representation, and community.

03/03/2026

Access to affordable medications is on the line for Ohio families.

Right now, lawmakers are considering the Ohio 340B Pharmacy Access Act (HB 276 & SB 198), a bipartisan bill that protects local healthcare services and helps ensure Ohioans can continue getting the medications they rely on.

Your voice matters! Contact your legislators today and urge them to support HB 276 & SB 198.

Take action now: https://ohiochc.quorum.us/campaign/145234/

03/03/2026

We’re proud to partner with The University of Toledo to promote the More Than A Bet campaign.

College athletes are more than stats, scores, and wagers. They are students, teammates, and young people with goals, families, and futures. As sports betting continues to grow, so does the rise in online harassment directed at athletes when outcomes don’t go as planned.

Through More Than A Bet, we’re helping raise awareness about the real impact of gambling-related harassment and reminding our community that behind every game is a human being.

Partnership supports Ohio's "More Than A Bet" Campaign, reinforcing a commitment to promoting a healthier sports culture

03/02/2026

March is Problem Gambling Awareness Month.

For many people, gambling starts as entertainment. But for some, it can grow into something that impacts finances, relationships, work, and mental health. Problem gambling often happens behind closed doors, and too many individuals struggle alone.

This month, we’re committed to bringing these conversations into the open. Throughout March, we’ll be sharing resources, connecting with community partners, offering educational opportunities, and highlighting the support available right here in our community.

If you or someone you care about may be struggling, you are not alone. Follow along this month as we raise awareness and work together to strengthen support for those impacted by problem gambling.

02/28/2026

As Black History Month 2026 comes to a close, we reflect with gratitude and purpose.

Throughout this month, we’ve highlighted the powerful contributions of Black leaders in the mental health movement, the importance of representation in health care, and the impact of systemic inequities on behavioral health access and outcomes.

At Zepf Center, we know that trauma-informed care makes a difference. When we recognize the impact of historical trauma, racial trauma, and lived experiences, we can respond with compassion instead of judgment and build trust instead of barriers.

Our commitment to equity, representation, and whole-person care extends across our entire continuum; not just in February, but every month of the year.

As we move forward, we invite you to continue learning, reflecting, and taking action. Visit the link below to explore ways you can show up for your community all year long: https://mhanational.org/black-history-month/

02/27/2026

Earlier this month, our team had the opportunity to take part in 211 Week events hosted by United Way of Greater Toledo and share how our services help support the safety net for families across our community.

Through United Way 211, individuals and families can quickly connect to food, housing support, utility assistance, mental health care, substance use treatment, and other basic needs that create stability and hope.

Collaboration makes this work possible, and when we work together, more Toledoans can find the right help at the right time. Thank you to 211 for being a trusted connector in our community!

02/26/2026

What really happens when mental health and law enforcement intersect?

In this episode, we’re pulling back the curtain on how our community responds to mental health crises with care, collaboration, and compassion.

Guest host and Senior Director of Crisis Innovation Courtney Burrow is joined by Lt. Kelli Russell, Commander of the Toledo Police Community Services Section, to highlight how specially trained officers and crisis professionals work together to support individuals and families during some of the city’s most challenging situations.

Listen now: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2374501/episodes/18718564

02/25/2026

Your heart works hard for you every day! This is the perfect time to show it some love.

By moving your body regularly, choosing heart-healthy foods, managing stress, and getting enough sleep, you can protect your heart health.

No matter your current circumstances, our Primary Care team is here to support your heart health at every stage, from prevention and screenings to ongoing care and guidance.

Take a step toward a healthier heart today. Call 419-841-7701, option 7 to schedule!

02/23/2026

We’re excited to welcome Diamond Williams as our new Health Center Executive Director!

Diamond brings a wealth of experience in clinical care leadership and she’s passionate about expanding access, strengthening primary care, and building systems that put people first.

Learn more about her vision and experience: https://https://bit.ly/4rANA2j