We asked Northeastern Center Nurse Manager Jenni Hughes to answer some need-to-know questions about NEC’s new outpatient labs, including how convenient and beneficial they are for our clients!     Q: What types of lab services does Northeastern Center offer?  A: Our medical staff at our outpatient offices can collect blood, urine, and nasal swabs, which are sent

Dr. Theresa Greiner, Northeastern Center’s chief medical officer, is a board-certified psychiatrist with over 30 years of experience in her field. She kindly answered some questions about her role, and the differences between psychiatrists and other mental healthcare professionals.   Q: Northeastern Center often uses the term “prescriber” to refer to its medical staff. Who are we referring to when we say prescriber?    A: When we say prescriber, we’re generally referring to anyone on our staff who can prescribe

Mental health initiative named in memory of Judge Michael J. Kramer AUBURN, Ind. – The DeKalb County courts and Northeastern Center are partnering for an Assisted Outpatient Treatment (AOT) pilot program, helping individuals with serious mental illness reverse the cycle of repeat hospitalization and legal interactions. DeKalb was one of seven Indiana counties recently

Northeastern Center Intake Therapist Eugene Stover gave us some insight into seasonal depression, including what it is, common symptoms, and some ways you can combat it.   What is seasonal depression?   For many, the arrival of the fall and winter seasons is an exciting time for gathering with friends and family, exchanging gifts, and eating good food. For others, it can mean the arrival of

Residents will have a fresh start in brand-new home for the holidays KENDALLVILLE, Ind. – Residents of Northeastern Center’s Stepping Stone program will be moving into a brand-new home for the holidays. Thursday, state and local leaders celebrated the completion of the construction project, which began in May, with a ribbon-cutting ceremony and open

The most common causes of holiday stress – and how you can cope  By Shelley Lafferty, MSW, AASW, LCSW, Northeastern Center staff therapist. ‘Tis the season to feel stressed. Yes, you read that correctly. Nearly nine out of 10 U.S. adults say something causes them stress during the holiday season, according to a poll

New service improves compliance rates, care coordination and client experience KENDALLVILLE, Ind. – Northeastern Center is now offering onsite lab services at all of its outpatient offices, making it easier for clients to access tests needed as part of their comprehensive behavioral health care. Partnering with Gravity Diagnostics, Northeastern Center now offers onsite lab collection

Northeastern Center’s Dan Sorrell works as a case facilitator for the Emergency Solutions team. But twice a month, you can find him serving in a different capacity: helping to run a veterans’ support group.   About the group Created by the DeKalb County Veterans’ Treatment Court, the group meets on the second and fourth Thursday

Located at 1752 Wesley Road in Auburn, Northeastern Center’s Community Health and Outreach Center houses our 24/7 crisis services, including Emergency Solutions, our Mobile Crisis Team and NEC Cares. These three programs ensure that anyone in crisis always has someone to call, someone to respond, and a safe place to go.    Emergency Solutions: Someone

Recently, Northeastern Center’s Zero Suicide Committee gathered donations from employees to create hygiene kits for clients in need. Keeley Vaught, New Hope Clubhouse manager, and Tammy Campbell, Risk Management nurse, put together some information on how hygiene impacts your mental health.    Ever wonder why you feel better after a shower? That’s because hygiene