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Since 2002, Midwest Clinical Research Center (MCRC) has been dedicated to working with sponsors and volunteer subjects to test and develop new medication therapies for psychiatric conditions. The clinical trials we conduct at our outpatient and inpatient sites provide data for the effectiveness and safety of new medications for the treatment of Depression, Schizophrenia, Bipolar disorder, and more. MCRC has a caring, professional staff of Board certified Psychiatrists, nurses, psychologists, and study coordinators who are dedicated to answering all of your questions about study participation.
Thank you for being a hero! Your participation in research gives hope to countless individuals living with mental health disorders.
Below, you will find several advocacy organizations in your area where you and your loved ones can find support and information on your condition.
Bogg Ministry’s Mobile Meals food pantry program serves in communities throughout Dayton each month on predetermined dates and in specific locations. No requirements for eligibility other than being a resident of Preble, Montgomery or Greene County; participants asked to provide minimal personal information.
Clothes That Work is on a mission to clothe, educate and empower local job seekers to prepare them for employment success.
Dayton Children’s Behavioral Health Crisis Center. A behavioral health crisis is a challenging time for a parent and child. We are here to help. Kids experiencing a mental health crisis require a more specialized environment to best serve their needs. The behavioral health crisis center at Dayton Children’s was designed to evaluate children in a safe, caring and effective way. In the crisis center, trained behavioral health clinicians will provide an assessment and connect children to the appropriate services, getting them help quicker.
Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance (DBSA) changes lives, saves lives and impacts lives, through education, peer support groups and advocacy for those diagnosed with a mental health illnesses and empowers their family and friends to embrace their independence, advocate for improved services, and to love them for who they are.
For over 40 years, The Foodbank has served as the primary source of food for the hunger relief network in the Miami Valley. The Foodbank – the only one of its kind in the area – relieves hunger in the community through a network of partner agencies by acquiring and distributing food. The Foodbank provides the infrastructure for more than 100 member food pantries, community kitchens, and shelters that serve as the charitable hunger relief network in Montgomery, Greene, and Preble Counties.
At Haven Behavioral Hospital of Dayton, we offer customized treatments for individuals struggling with mental health and substance abuse issues. We believe that your illness or addiction does not define you and, with help, there is hope for long-term recovery. Through our comprehensive treatment programs, we’re here for you on every step of your journey to healing.
The House of Bread is a community kitchen. Hot nutritious lunchtime meals are prepared and served every day of the year. Anyone in the community is invited to come in for this meal, which is served from 11:30am-1:00pm. In addition to lunch, we offer referrals to critical community services, and resources such as personal hygiene items. A phone and play areas for children are available for guests to use.
The Mental Health & Recovery Board of Union County does not provide direct clinical care to people. Instead, the Board takes the findings of its many assessments and buys services from private agencies on behalf of Union County residents. The Board enters into contracts with certified or accredited organizations to provide many kinds of services in the community. Funds for these contracts come from federal and state tax dollars and the generous support of our local levy, as well as many grants and special sources such as the Union County Commissioners and the courts.
Miracle Clubhouse The Goodwill Easter Seals Miami Valley Miracle Clubhouse is a vital community for growth, hope and opportunity for people recovering from mental illness in the Dayton-area. The Clubhouse is committed to ongoing improvement, positive development of strengths and elimination of the stigma against those with mental illness.
NAMI is the nation’s largest grassroots mental health organization dedicated to building better lives for the millions of Americans affected by mental illness. Your local NAMI Affiliates and volunteer leaders work in communities across the country to raise awareness and provide essential and free education, advocacy, and support group programs.
Nova Behavioral Health we strive to provide access to care and excellent clinical services that assist each individual in their efforts to being or strengthen their recovery journey. Our goal is to support the individual not only in their recovery, but also to help them identify healthy supports who will become integral to their recovery process. We work with adults 18+.
Samaritan Behavioral Health works t
South Community Inc. is a private not-for-profit corporation providing mental health, substance use and integrated care in the greater Miami Valley.
The Society of St. Vincent de Paul (SVdP) operates two retail-thrift stores, shelters, and support services within the greater Dayton area. Both thrift locations accept and sell a variety of gently used, donated goods. Each location also includes a book and media store, The 
AFSP Ohio Chapter The grassroots work we do focuses on eliminating the loss of life from suicide by: delivering innovative prevention programs, educating the public about risk factors and warning signs, raising funds for suicide research and programs, and reaching out to those individuals who have lost someone to suicide.
