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Variety of Programs
Serving More
Than
20,000 Individuals
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With
16 facilities throughout South Florida,
H.M.H.C. provides a diverse array of services
easily accessible throughout the county.
The programs offered by H.M.H.C. are in
line with state and county priorities to
ensure public funds are best used to service
target populations.
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 History |
In 1947, the women of The Junior League of Fort Lauderdale
concerned themselves with the lack of public
agencies available for affordable psychiatric and casework
services to the families of Broward County. They
conducted a need assessment and asked Miss Ethel McLane,
a professionally trained Social Worker and
Director of the Community Service Council, to serve as
their professional consultant. A planning committee
was formed in 1951 and was composed of lay people who
held various fundraising events. In 1953 their efforts
culminated in the opening of The Family and Children’s
Counseling Center. The Center operated for two years providing
clinical services with a staff that included a clinical
psychologist, psychiatric social worker and a part time
consulting psychiatrist.
Today, Henderson Mental Health Center offers a full array
of comprehensive behavioral health services. Our 620 staff
members serve more than 18,000 people of all ages, including
6,000 youth under 18 years of age. Our Crisis Center receives
more than 135,000 calls each year providing emergency
assistance to those in need.
updated 07/08/05
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