Thrive Behavioral Health

11/18/2025

🎥Thrive Behavioral Health’s Veterans Services Coordinator, Patrick Lechay, joined RecoveryTV to share his story, speak honestly about the challenges many veterans face, and highlight the resources Thrive provides to veterans across Rhode Island.
We’re incredibly proud of the work Patrick does every day to support Rhode Island’s veterans and their families.
Watch his interview on RecoveryTV: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N7--jTR_RtI

11/17/2025

Last week, Thrive was honored with the RI Hope Award from the Alliance for Nonprofit Impact and United Way RI. This award recognizes our commitment to strengthening and bringing hope to communities across Rhode Island.
We’re grateful to Rep David Bennett, R.N. for nominating Thrive and to everyone who joined us to celebrate this special moment. We’re also incredibly proud of our team whose passion and dedication made this possible.💛
Here’s to continuing the work that brings hope where it’s needed most.

11/11/2025

Happy from Thrive Behavioral Health! 🇺🇸

At Thrive, we understand that the transition from military to civilian life can bring unique challenges. That’s why our Veteran Services Coordinator, Patrick Lachey, a veteran himself, leads our work with deep understanding and compassion, helping fellow service members and their families access the care and support they deserve.

We’re also proud to be one of the few Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinics (CCBHCs) in Rhode Island that accepts CHAMPVA, ensuring that veterans’ spouses, dependents, and survivors can receive high-quality mental health and substance use treatment without barriers.

Today and every day, we honor your courage, your sacrifice, and your strength. Thank you for your service, and for allowing us to serve you in return. 💙

Learn more about Thrive’s services at thrivebhri.org

11/04/2025

Thrive believes no Rhode Islander should go hungry. If you need assistance, please call or reach out to a Thrive staff member today 💙

10/31/2025

Happy Halloween from your Thrive family! Wishing you a safe and spook-tacular day 👻🧡 🎃

10/30/2025

🎞️ Roll the tape!

Our CCBHC Birthday Benefit celebrated one year of expanding access to behavioral health care across our state. Thank you to everyone who helped make this year’s event one for the record books. Because of YOU we are strengthening Rhode Island’s people, families and communities💙

10/27/2025

Pumpkins, smiles, and a perfect fall day 🎃🍁 The Briggs crew made some great memories at the pumpkin patch last week, celebrating the season and each other along the way🧡

10/24/2025

What an incredible night! 💫 Thank you to everyone who joined us in celebrating Thrive’s CCBHC Birthday Benefit. Your support helps strengthen our community and expand access to behavioral health care across Rhode Island.

A huge congratulations to our honorees for their well-deserved recognition. Your dedication and impact inspire us all💙

We are especially grateful to the McGowan family for courageously sharing their story to raise awareness and inspire support for mental health.

We also want to thank our amazing sponsors and everyone who helped make this beautiful event possible.

📸 Swipe through to see some of our favorite moments from the celebration!🎂🎉

10/22/2025

We’re proud to honor Chief Jeff Varone and the West Warwick Fire Department with our “Together We Thrive” Award at tomorrow night’s CCBHC Birthday Benefit.

Our collaboration with Chief Varone and his team is rooted in compassion, trust, and a shared goal, to ensure that individuals experiencing homelessness are treated with dignity, respect, and care. Through this partnership, Thrive’s outreach team and first responders have worked hand in hand to de-escalate crises, connect residents with shelter and services, and keep our community safe.

We are grateful for their continued leadership and partnership in building a healthier, more compassionate Kent County. 💙

Learn more about this impactful collaboration in our recent WJAR feature: https://turnto10.com/news/local/west-warwick-plans-temporary-warming-center-aid-homeless-frosty-nights-cold-weather-housing-october-21-2025?fbclid=IwZnRzaANlFVtleHRuA2FlbQIxMQABHvFgSEUCKiwXdPyjxrrazv_6pF8K4o76Bn0ii6KkoftF5SU3GHgoYTo1Dwl__aem_S_JDDLzBuhBKfuWB1bJ3Uw

10/21/2025

🌟ICYMI: After seven months of strong leadership as Interim President & CEO, Dawn Allen has officially been named the permanent President & CEO of Thrive Behavioral Health!
Dawn has been part of Thrive’s leadership team since 2019 and has played a key role in transforming our organization, from leading Thrive’s Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic (CCBHC) initiative to expanding access to care statewide.
Her vision, compassion, and dedication to Rhode Islanders’ mental health continue to drive our mission forward. 💚

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Read the full story in Providence Business News: pbn.com/allen-named-permanent-ceo-and-president-of-thrive-behavioral-health

Thrive Behavioral Health’s Board of Directors is proud to announce the appointment of Dawn Allen, MPA, as Chief Executive Officer.

Dawn has served as our Interim CEO since early 2025 and has been part of Thrive’s leadership team since 2019. Dawn has been a driving force behind Thrive’s major initiatives, including the statewide implementation of the Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic (CCBHC) model—a milestone that is improving access to high-quality, sustainable care for individuals and families across Rhode Island.

“Dawn’s leadership, vision, and commitment to community have guided Thrive through one of the most significant transformations in our organization’s history,” said Jennifer Wheelehon, Chair of the Board of Directors.

10/21/2025

💊It’s Pharmacy Technician Week and we’re celebrating the dedicated team at Horizon Pharmacy, located inside Thrive’s Warwick headquarters!

Their work ensures our clients have seamless access to the medications and support they need on their recovery journey. From filling prescriptions to providing trusted guidance, Horizon Pharmacy is a vital part of our whole-person care approach.

👏 Thank you to the Horizon team for helping our community thrive every day.

🎥 Watch to learn more about the incredible impact they’re making on our community, everyday!

10/20/2025

Thrive’s new President & CEO, Dawn Allen, shares an important reflection in the Cranston Herald on what it means to be a Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic (CCBHC) and how this model is reshaping access to care across Rhode Island.

From 24/7 mobile crisis response to integrated care for mental health and substance use, the CCBHC model ensures that anyone who needs help can get it, no wrong door, no barriers, no wait.

As we celebrate one year since becoming a CCBHC, we’re proud of the progress we’ve made and the partnerships that make it possible.

💬 Read Dawn’s op-ed in the Cranston Herald: https://cranstononline.com/stories/delivered-on-time-mental-health-care-changes-lives,312814