Celebrating Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month: Horizon Homes Empower Lives

Conversations Across Generations

In this special Mental Health Awareness Month episode, we explore the theme “Conversations Across Generations” through an honest discussion about mental health, communication, and connection within families and communities. Featuring Jordan Brooks, Lock and Talk Virginia Coordinator, Debra Jefferson (“GiGi”) and CIT Coordinator at Horizon, along with DJ Best, Desha Best, and Desir Best, this episode is especially unique as it marks the first time we’ve brought together an entire three-generation family to share their perspectives in one conversation. Together, they discuss how different generations approach mental health, how stigma and understanding have evolved over time, how they practice mental health awareness within their family dialogue and why open conversations across age gaps matter now more than ever.

Leading Forward in Care: Substance Use Treatment Ethics, Innovation, & Clinical Excellence

In this episode, Ryan is joined by a panel of experts to discuss the future of substance use care, emphasizing ethics, innovation, clinical excellence, and personal connection in effective treatment. Key insights include the importance of humility, continuous learning, and the power of human connection in healing. Thank you to our special guests, Dr. Sara Bailey, Dr. Michael King, and Dr. Michael McGee for sharing your insight! Chapters 02:41 Leading Forward in Substance Use Care 03:37 Ethical Challenges in Substance Use Treatment 04:01 Innovations in Substance Use Care 06:03 Distinguishing Good Care from Excellent Care 13:41 The Journey to Clinical Excellence 16:40 Balancing Autonomy and Dignity in Care 18:29 Barriers in Behavioral Health 24:25 Personal Reflections on Career Impact 31:44 The Power of Connection in Healing Resources 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline [https://988lifeline.org/] Horizon Behavioral Health Careers [https://horizonbh.org/careers] Get Started on Your Recovery Journey with Admissions [https://www.horizonbh.org/admissions/] About Horizon Behavioral Health Horizon Behavioral Health has been the primary public behavioral healthcare provider in Central Virginia for over 56 years. We provide comprehensive services for adults and children addressing mental health, substance use, and intellectual and developmental disabilities. Horizon is accredited by CARF International, representing the highest level of accreditation in the field of behavioral health. The Horizon Line is a podcast produced by Horizon Behavioral Health and recorded at the Horizon Wellness Center at Langhorne. Each episode is designed to inform, inspire, and reduce the stigma surrounding behavioral health through authentic conversations with professionals, individuals with lived experience, and community leaders. If you enjoyed this episode, please Like, Follow or Subscribe to support the show! Ready to Start Your Journey to Better Health and Wellness? Call our Admissions line at ⁠⁠434-477-5000⁠⁠ [tel:434-477-5000] to set up your client profile and schedule your first assessment. In crisis? Call, text, or chat 988 to get connected with a real person who cares 24/7/365. Subscribe to Get the Latest Episodes in Your Inbox! Sign up for our mailing list to receive one email a month from us when a new episode drops - on the second Tuesday of each month! ⁠⁠Subscribe here.⁠⁠ [https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/sl/8DJqDGh/TheHorizonLinePodcast] Contact Us Have questions about the podcast, feedback, or want to join us for an episode? The best way to reach us is by emailing Ryan Weaks at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Podcast@HorizonBH.org⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [Podcast@HorizonBH.org⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠]. You can also drop us a comment on Spotify! Follow Horizon Behavioral Health: Twitter/X: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@Horizon_BH⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://x.com/horizon_bh] Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@Horizon_BH_⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/horizon_bh_] YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@HorizonBehavioralHealth⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://youtube.com/@horizonbehavioralhealth?si=xoveQVCVB7a8dLAH] Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@HorizonBH⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.facebook.com/Horizonbh] Learn more at: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠HorizonBH.org⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [www.horizonbh.org] Copyright Notice: © [2026] Horizon Behavioral Health. All rights reserved. This podcast and its content may not be reproduced, distributed, transmitted, or otherwise used without the prior written permission of Horizon Behavioral Health. Disclaimer: The content of this podcast is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition or behavioral health concern.

Celebrating Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month: Horizon Homes Empower Lives

In this episode, Ryan interviews Lisa Haibach, Program Manager Clinical Services, Intermediate Care Facilities at Horizon Behavioral Health, about developmental disabilities, focusing on awareness, inclusion, services, and support systems. They explore how community and care providers can foster independence and dignity for individuals with developmental disabilities, emphasizing the importance of advocacy and family support. ❤️ Chapters 00:49 - Significance of Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month 01:28 - Historical context and legislative milestones 02:34 - Importance of awareness and inclusion in 2026 03:10 - Community inclusion and activities 04:08 - Understanding developmental disabilities 05:04 - Misconceptions and focusing on abilities 06:17 - Person-first care and dignity-centered language 08:08 - Services and support across the lifespan 10:14 - Horizon's role in supporting independence 10:56 - Understanding Intermediate Care Facilities (ICF) 12:12 - Balancing needs and independence in ICF settings 14:39 - What sets Horizon Homes apart 15:37 - Empowering residents through staff support 16:39 - Success stories from Horizon Homes 19:19 - Building an inclusive community 21:13 - Supporting families and caregivers 23:15 - Advice for families navigating challenges 24:03 - Supporting Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month 24:40 - Elevating voices and advocacy About Horizon Behavioral Health Horizon Behavioral Health has been the primary public behavioral healthcare provider in Central Virginia for over 56 years. We provide comprehensive services for adults and children addressing mental health, substance use, and intellectual and developmental disabilities. Horizon is accredited by CARF International, representing the highest level of accreditation in the field of behavioral health. The Horizon Line is a podcast produced by Horizon Behavioral Health and recorded at the Horizon Wellness Center at Langhorne. Each episode is designed to inform, inspire, and reduce the stigma surrounding behavioral health through authentic conversations with professionals, individuals with lived experience, and community leaders. If you enjoyed this episode, please Like, Follow or Subscribe to support the show! Ready to Start Your Journey to Better Health and Wellness? Call our Admissions line at ⁠434-477-5000⁠ [tel:434-477-5000] to set up your client profile and schedule your first assessment. In crisis? Call, text, or chat 988 to get connected with a real person who cares 24/7/365. Subscribe to Get the Latest Episodes in Your Inbox! Sign up for our mailing list to receive one email a month from us when a new episode drops - on the second Tuesday of each month! ⁠Subscribe here.⁠ [https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/sl/8DJqDGh/TheHorizonLinePodcast] Contact Us Have questions about the podcast, feedback, or want to join us for an episode? The best way to reach us is by emailing Ryan Weaks at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Podcast@HorizonBH.org⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [Podcast@HorizonBH.org⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠]. You can also drop us a comment on Spotify! Follow Horizon Behavioral Health: Twitter/X: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@Horizon_BH⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://x.com/horizon_bh] Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@Horizon_BH_⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/horizon_bh_] YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@HorizonBehavioralHealth⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://youtube.com/@horizonbehavioralhealth?si=xoveQVCVB7a8dLAH] Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@HorizonBH⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.facebook.com/Horizonbh] Learn more at: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠HorizonBH.org⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [www.horizonbh.org] Copyright Notice: © [2026] Horizon Behavioral Health. All rights reserved. This podcast and its content may not be reproduced, distributed, transmitted, or otherwise used without the prior written permission of Horizon Behavioral Health. Disclaimer: The content of this podcast is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition or behavioral health concern.

Meeting Students Where They Are: Inside Horizon’s School-Based Services for Mental Health, Student Success, and Accessibility

It’s Youth Mental Health Awareness Month. In this special bonus episode of The Horizon Line, Grant Tomey, Clinical Coordinator of School-Based Services at Horizon Behavioral Health, discusses the growing need for school-based mental health services and how accessible counseling in schools helps students succeed academically, socially, and emotionally. We explore: * How school-based counseling improves access to youth mental health care * Early warning signs of anxiety, depression, and other mental health concerns in children * Real success stories from students receiving support * How families can connect to additional community mental health resources in Central Virginia * Why open communication between parents and children is critical for emotional well-being If you’re a parent, educator, school administrator, or community member concerned about children’s mental health, this episode offers practical guidance and insight into how early intervention and prevention can make a lasting difference in the lives of youth. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to School-Based Services 01:01 Accessibility of Mental Health Services 02:58 Success Stories in School-Based Counseling 05:14 Connecting Students to Additional Resources 07:11 Recognizing Signs of Mental Health Struggles 08:42 Youth Mental Health Awareness and Resources About Horizon Behavioral Health Horizon Behavioral Health has been the primary public behavioral healthcare provider in Central Virginia for over 56 years. We provide comprehensive services for adults and children addressing mental health, substance use, and intellectual and developmental disabilities. Horizon is accredited by CARF International, representing the highest level of accreditation in the field of behavioral health. The Horizon Line is a podcast produced by Horizon Behavioral Health and recorded at the Horizon Wellness Center at Langhorne. Each episode is designed to inform, inspire, and reduce the stigma surrounding behavioral health through authentic conversations with professionals, individuals with lived experience, and community leaders. If you enjoyed this episode, please Like, Follow or Subscribe to support the show! Ready to Start Your Journey to Better Health and Wellness? Call our Admissions line at 434-477-5000 [tel:434-477-5000] to set up your client profile and schedule your first assessment. In crisis? Call, text, or chat 988 to get connected with a real person who cares 24/7/365. Subscribe to Get the Latest Episodes in Your Inbox! Sign up for our mailing list to receive one email a month from us when a new episode drops - on the second Tuesday of each month! Subscribe here. [https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/sl/8DJqDGh/TheHorizonLinePodcast] Contact Us Have questions about the podcast, feedback, or want to join us for an episode? The best way to reach us is by emailing Ryan Weaks at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Podcast@HorizonBH.org⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [Podcast@HorizonBH.org⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠]. You can also drop us a comment on Spotify! Follow Horizon Behavioral Health: Twitter/X: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@Horizon_BH⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://x.com/horizon_bh] Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@Horizon_BH_⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/horizon_bh_] YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@HorizonBehavioralHealth⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://youtube.com/@horizonbehavioralhealth?si=xoveQVCVB7a8dLAH] Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@HorizonBH⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.facebook.com/Horizonbh] Learn more at: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠HorizonBH.org⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [www.horizonbh.org] Copyright Notice: © [2026] Horizon Behavioral Health. All rights reserved. This podcast and its content may not be reproduced, distributed, transmitted, or otherwise used without the prior written permission of Horizon Behavioral Health. Disclaimer: The content of this podcast is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition or behavioral health concern.

What is Case Management? | How Case Management Helps Adults with Mental Health & Substance Use Disorders

Welcome to Season 2 of The Horizon Line! We're kicking off the year with an episode discussing the vital role of case management in mental health and substance use recovery. Ashley Putt shares her experiences as a high needs adult case manager, detailing the various responsibilities and challenges faced in supporting clients. The conversation highlights the importance of building relationships with clients, sharing success stories, and the essential services provided by case managers to help individuals achieve stability and independence. Listen in to learn more about this impactful service and how to access case management services. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Case Management 05:04 The Role of a Case Manager 11:40 Success Stories in Case Management 13:49 How to Access Case Management Services About Horizon Behavioral Health Horizon Behavioral Health has been the primary public behavioral healthcare provider in Central Virginia for over 56 years. We provide comprehensive services for adults and children addressing mental health, substance use, and intellectual and developmental disabilities. Horizon is accredited by CARF International, representing the highest level of accreditation in the field of behavioral health. The Horizon Line is a podcast produced by Horizon Behavioral Health and recorded at the Horizon Wellness Center at Langhorne. Each episode is designed to inform, inspire, and reduce the stigma surrounding behavioral health through authentic conversations with professionals, individuals with lived experience, and community leaders. Disclaimer: The content of this podcast is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition or behavioral health concern. Contact Us: Have questions, feedback, or want to get involved? The best way to reach us is by emailing ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Podcast@HorizonBH.org⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [Podcast@HorizonBH.org]. Follow Horizon Behavioral Health: * Twitter: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@Horizon_BH⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://twitter.com/Horizon_BH] * Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@Horizon_BH_⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/Horizon_BH_/] * YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@HorizonBehavioralHealth⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.youtube.com/@HorizonBehavioralHealth] * Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@HorizonBH⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.facebook.com/HorizonBH] Learn more at: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠HorizonBH.org⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://horizonbh.org/] Copyright Notice:© [2026] Horizon Behavioral Health. All rights reserved. This podcast and its content may not be reproduced, distributed, transmitted, or otherwise used without the prior written permission of Horizon Behavioral Health.