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People USA is a peer-run mental health non-profit that creates, provides, and promotes its own, innovative crisis response and wellness services.

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Read our Summer 2026 Hopeful Horizons Newsletter

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Read our Summer 2026 Hopeful Horizons Newsletter

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Save the Date! People USA invites you to our 1st Annual Gala on October 29

Save the Date for People USA’s 1st Annual Gala: The Story of People USA: Hope in Every Chapter on Thursday, October 29th at 5:30PM at The Grandview in Poughkeepsie, NY. This special evening will celebrate more than 35 years of hope, recovery, resilience, and community while looking ahead to the next chapter of our mission.…

Save the Date! People USA invites you to our 1st Annual Gala on October 29

Save the Date for People USA’s 1st Annual Gala: The Story of People USA: Hope in Every Chapter on Thursday, October 29th at 5:30PM at The Grandview in Poughkeepsie, NY. This special evening will celebrate more than 35 years of hope, recovery, resilience, and community while looking ahead to the next chapter of our mission.…

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Thank you for joining us for our 4th Annual Wellness Wednesday Workshops!

Thank you for joining us for our 4th Annual Wellness Wednesday Workshops! We want to thank all our sponsors and community partners who made this day possible. Click on this post to view all the photos from Wellness Wednesday!

Thank you for joining us for our 4th Annual Wellness Wednesday Workshops!

Thank you for joining us for our 4th Annual Wellness Wednesday Workshops! We want to thank all our sponsors and community partners who made this day possible. Click on this post to view all the photos from Wellness Wednesday!

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Read our Summer 2026 Hopeful Horizons Newsletter

Get the latest updates from People USA! This edition features organizational updates, upcoming events, and more. We hope you’ll take a few moments to check it out and share. Loading Viewer…

Learn More

Save the Date! People USA invites you to our 1st Annual Gala on October 29

Save the Date for People USA’s 1st Annual Gala: The Story of People USA: Hope in Every Chapter on Thursday, October 29th at 5:30PM at The Grandview in Poughkeepsie, NY. This special evening will celebrate more than 35 years of hope, recovery, resilience, and community while looking ahead to the next chapter of our mission.…

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Thank you for joining us for our 4th Annual Wellness Wednesday Workshops!

Thank you for joining us for our 4th Annual Wellness Wednesday Workshops! We want to thank all our sponsors and community partners who made this day possible. Click on this post to view all the photos from Wellness Wednesday!

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Thought leadership and innovations from our team.

Save the Date! People USA invites you to our 1st Annual Gala on October 29

Save the Date for People USA’s 1st Annual Gala: The Story of People USA: Hope in Every Chapter on Thursday, October 29th at 5:30PM at The Grandview in Poughkeepsie, NY. This special evening will celebrate more than 35 years of hope, recovery, resilience, and community while looking ahead to the next chapter of our mission.…

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"We want to change the conversation from illness to wellness."

- Steve Miccio, CEO

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“We want to change the conversation from illness to wellness.”

– Steve Miccio, CEO

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EXECUTIVE LEADERSHIP TEAM

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  • Our Mobile Crisis Outreach Team (MCOT) in Putnam County, available Monday Friday,12pm-8pm, provides community-based crisis response and interventions for individuals of any age.
MCOT Services can be accessed by calling the Mobile Crisis Outreach Team directly.

🚘The team will respond to any setting where a crisis is occurring immediately upon determination of need

🚘Services can be provided face-to-face or telephonically by a Peer Specialist and Licensed Behavioral Health Clinician

🚘Standard follow-up occurs in the days after the initial response to mitigate potential future crises.

🚘Services include engagement, peer support, care collaboration, and linkage to resources

If you or someone you know needs help please contact : 845-379-2463.

#MobileCrisisOutreachTeam #PutnamCounty #MobileTeams #CrisisResponse #PeopleUSA
  • Are you following all of our social media pages? πŸ’™

If you are not already, be sure to keep with us!

Like and follow us on all our social media pages to receive updates and stay connected!

Click here to add them all : https://linktr.ee/peopleusanow 

#SocialMedia #SocialMediaPages #SocialMediaPlatforms  #PeopleUSA
  • People USA had a wonderful time at the 2026 Dutchess County Youth Health Rally hosted by Northern Dutchess Community Coalition (NDCC) and the Council on Addiction Prevention and Education of Dutchess County (CAPE). πŸ’™πŸ€πŸ’™ 

The Rally provides students with positive experiences, education, 
activities, and community resources that support healthy development, connection, leadership, service, and positive 
choices. 🌟🫢🌟 

#DutchessCountyYouthHealthRally #DutchessCounty #YouthMentalHealth #PeopleUSA #WeCareBecauseWeHaveBeenThere
  • People USA attended the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention's Putnam County Out of The Darkness Walk. πŸ’™πŸ’œπŸ’™ 

The Community Walks, held in hundreds of communities across the country, are the core of the Out of the Darkness movement. These events give people the courage to open up about their own connections to the cause, and a platform to create a culture that’s smarter about mental health. Friends, family members, neighbors and coworkers walk side-by-side, supporting each other and in memory of those we’ve lost.

#AmericanFoundationForSuicidePrevention #OutoftheDarknessWalk #AFSP #PutnamCounty #PeopleUSA
  • People USA attended the 5th Annual Warren Washington Counties Brainstorm Collaborative Community Resource Fair. πŸ’™

It was a wonderful day celebrating brain health, mental wellness, and recovery! 🫢 

#GlensFalls #WarrenWashingtonCounties #NY  #WWCBrainstorm #PeopleUSA
  • πŸ“’ LAST CHANCE TO RESEVRE YOUR TICKETS! πŸ“’ 

πŸ“– Reserve Your Tickets Now for People USA's 1st Annual Gala : The Story of People USA: Hope in Every Chapter πŸ“– 

πŸ“… Thursday, October 29th at 5:30PM
πŸ“ The Grandview, Poughkeepsie, NY

This special evening will celebrate more than 35 years of hope, recovery, resilience, and community while looking ahead to the next chapter of our mission.

Join us as we share the inspiring story of People USA: from our beginnings as a peer-run organization to the innovative programs and life-changing services we provide today.

Together, we'll highlight the individuals, partners, and supporters who have helped shape our journey and invest in a future where everyone has the opportunity to thrive.

This inspiring evening will feature networking, dinner, dancing, a silent auction, and opportunities to make a lasting impact on the communities we serve. Whether you've been part of our story for years or are just getting to know People USA, we hope you'll join us for this unforgettable celebration.

🌟 Thank you to our presenting sponsor Marshall & Sterling! 🌟 

Sponsorship Opportunities and Tickets are Available!

To become a valued sponsor and purchase tickets click here: https://lnkd.in/e942C6F5 

#PeopleUSAsFirstAnnualGala #PeopleUSA #PeopleUSANow #WeCareBecauseWeHaveBeenThere #Nonprofit
Our Mobile Crisis Outreach Team (MCOT) in Putnam County, available Monday Friday,12pm-8pm, provides community-based crisis response and interventions for individuals of any age.
MCOT Services can be accessed by calling the Mobile Crisis Outreach Team directly.

🚘The team will respond to any setting where a crisis is occurring immediately upon determination of need

🚘Services can be provided face-to-face or telephonically by a Peer Specialist and Licensed Behavioral Health Clinician

🚘Standard follow-up occurs in the days after the initial response to mitigate potential future crises.

🚘Services include engagement, peer support, care collaboration, and linkage to resources

If you or someone you know needs help please contact : 845-379-2463.

#MobileCrisisOutreachTeam #PutnamCounty #MobileTeams #CrisisResponse #PeopleUSA
Our Mobile Crisis Outreach Team (MCOT) in Putnam County, available Monday Friday,12pm-8pm, provides community-based crisis response and interventions for individuals of any age. MCOT Services can be accessed by calling the Mobile Crisis Outreach Team directly. 🚘The team will respond to any setting where a crisis is occurring immediately upon determination of need 🚘Services can be provided face-to-face or telephonically by a Peer Specialist and Licensed Behavioral Health Clinician 🚘Standard follow-up occurs in the days after the initial response to mitigate potential future crises. 🚘Services include engagement, peer support, care collaboration, and linkage to resources If you or someone you know needs help please contact : 845-379-2463. #MobileCrisisOutreachTeam #PutnamCounty #MobileTeams #CrisisResponse #PeopleUSA
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Are you following all of our social media pages? πŸ’™

If you are not already, be sure to keep with us!

Like and follow us on all our social media pages to receive updates and stay connected!

Click here to add them all : https://linktr.ee/peopleusanow 

#SocialMedia #SocialMediaPages #SocialMediaPlatforms  #PeopleUSA
Are you following all of our social media pages? πŸ’™ If you are not already, be sure to keep with us! Like and follow us on all our social media pages to receive updates and stay connected! Click here to add them all : https://linktr.ee/peopleusanow #SocialMedia #SocialMediaPages #SocialMediaPlatforms #PeopleUSA
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People USA had a wonderful time at the 2026 Dutchess County Youth Health Rally hosted by Northern Dutchess Community Coalition (NDCC) and the Council on Addiction Prevention and Education of Dutchess County (CAPE). πŸ’™πŸ€πŸ’™ 

The Rally provides students with positive experiences, education, 
activities, and community resources that support healthy development, connection, leadership, service, and positive 
choices. 🌟🫢🌟 

#DutchessCountyYouthHealthRally #DutchessCounty #YouthMentalHealth #PeopleUSA #WeCareBecauseWeHaveBeenThere
People USA had a wonderful time at the 2026 Dutchess County Youth Health Rally hosted by Northern Dutchess Community Coalition (NDCC) and the Council on Addiction Prevention and Education of Dutchess County (CAPE). πŸ’™πŸ€πŸ’™ 

The Rally provides students with positive experiences, education, 
activities, and community resources that support healthy development, connection, leadership, service, and positive 
choices. 🌟🫢🌟 

#DutchessCountyYouthHealthRally #DutchessCounty #YouthMentalHealth #PeopleUSA #WeCareBecauseWeHaveBeenThere
People USA had a wonderful time at the 2026 Dutchess County Youth Health Rally hosted by Northern Dutchess Community Coalition (NDCC) and the Council on Addiction Prevention and Education of Dutchess County (CAPE). πŸ’™πŸ€πŸ’™ 

The Rally provides students with positive experiences, education, 
activities, and community resources that support healthy development, connection, leadership, service, and positive 
choices. 🌟🫢🌟 

#DutchessCountyYouthHealthRally #DutchessCounty #YouthMentalHealth #PeopleUSA #WeCareBecauseWeHaveBeenThere
People USA had a wonderful time at the 2026 Dutchess County Youth Health Rally hosted by Northern Dutchess Community Coalition (NDCC) and the Council on Addiction Prevention and Education of Dutchess County (CAPE). πŸ’™πŸ€πŸ’™ 

The Rally provides students with positive experiences, education, 
activities, and community resources that support healthy development, connection, leadership, service, and positive 
choices. 🌟🫢🌟 

#DutchessCountyYouthHealthRally #DutchessCounty #YouthMentalHealth #PeopleUSA #WeCareBecauseWeHaveBeenThere
People USA had a wonderful time at the 2026 Dutchess County Youth Health Rally hosted by Northern Dutchess Community Coalition (NDCC) and the Council on Addiction Prevention and Education of Dutchess County (CAPE). πŸ’™πŸ€πŸ’™ 

The Rally provides students with positive experiences, education, 
activities, and community resources that support healthy development, connection, leadership, service, and positive 
choices. 🌟🫢🌟 

#DutchessCountyYouthHealthRally #DutchessCounty #YouthMentalHealth #PeopleUSA #WeCareBecauseWeHaveBeenThere
People USA had a wonderful time at the 2026 Dutchess County Youth Health Rally hosted by Northern Dutchess Community Coalition (NDCC) and the Council on Addiction Prevention and Education of Dutchess County (CAPE). πŸ’™πŸ€πŸ’™ 

The Rally provides students with positive experiences, education, 
activities, and community resources that support healthy development, connection, leadership, service, and positive 
choices. 🌟🫢🌟 

#DutchessCountyYouthHealthRally #DutchessCounty #YouthMentalHealth #PeopleUSA #WeCareBecauseWeHaveBeenThere
People USA had a wonderful time at the 2026 Dutchess County Youth Health Rally hosted by Northern Dutchess Community Coalition (NDCC) and the Council on Addiction Prevention and Education of Dutchess County (CAPE). πŸ’™πŸ€πŸ’™ 

The Rally provides students with positive experiences, education, 
activities, and community resources that support healthy development, connection, leadership, service, and positive 
choices. 🌟🫢🌟 

#DutchessCountyYouthHealthRally #DutchessCounty #YouthMentalHealth #PeopleUSA #WeCareBecauseWeHaveBeenThere
People USA had a wonderful time at the 2026 Dutchess County Youth Health Rally hosted by Northern Dutchess Community Coalition (NDCC) and the Council on Addiction Prevention and Education of Dutchess County (CAPE). πŸ’™πŸ€πŸ’™ The Rally provides students with positive experiences, education, activities, and community resources that support healthy development, connection, leadership, service, and positive choices. 🌟🫢🌟 #DutchessCountyYouthHealthRally #DutchessCounty #YouthMentalHealth #PeopleUSA #WeCareBecauseWeHaveBeenThere
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People USA attended the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention's Putnam County Out of The Darkness Walk. πŸ’™πŸ’œπŸ’™ 

The Community Walks, held in hundreds of communities across the country, are the core of the Out of the Darkness movement. These events give people the courage to open up about their own connections to the cause, and a platform to create a culture that’s smarter about mental health. Friends, family members, neighbors and coworkers walk side-by-side, supporting each other and in memory of those we’ve lost.

#AmericanFoundationForSuicidePrevention #OutoftheDarknessWalk #AFSP #PutnamCounty #PeopleUSA
People USA attended the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention's Putnam County Out of The Darkness Walk. πŸ’™πŸ’œπŸ’™ 

The Community Walks, held in hundreds of communities across the country, are the core of the Out of the Darkness movement. These events give people the courage to open up about their own connections to the cause, and a platform to create a culture that’s smarter about mental health. Friends, family members, neighbors and coworkers walk side-by-side, supporting each other and in memory of those we’ve lost.

#AmericanFoundationForSuicidePrevention #OutoftheDarknessWalk #AFSP #PutnamCounty #PeopleUSA
People USA attended the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention's Putnam County Out of The Darkness Walk. πŸ’™πŸ’œπŸ’™ 

The Community Walks, held in hundreds of communities across the country, are the core of the Out of the Darkness movement. These events give people the courage to open up about their own connections to the cause, and a platform to create a culture that’s smarter about mental health. Friends, family members, neighbors and coworkers walk side-by-side, supporting each other and in memory of those we’ve lost.

#AmericanFoundationForSuicidePrevention #OutoftheDarknessWalk #AFSP #PutnamCounty #PeopleUSA
People USA attended the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention's Putnam County Out of The Darkness Walk. πŸ’™πŸ’œπŸ’™ 

The Community Walks, held in hundreds of communities across the country, are the core of the Out of the Darkness movement. These events give people the courage to open up about their own connections to the cause, and a platform to create a culture that’s smarter about mental health. Friends, family members, neighbors and coworkers walk side-by-side, supporting each other and in memory of those we’ve lost.

#AmericanFoundationForSuicidePrevention #OutoftheDarknessWalk #AFSP #PutnamCounty #PeopleUSA
People USA attended the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention's Putnam County Out of The Darkness Walk. πŸ’™πŸ’œπŸ’™ The Community Walks, held in hundreds of communities across the country, are the core of the Out of the Darkness movement. These events give people the courage to open up about their own connections to the cause, and a platform to create a culture that’s smarter about mental health. Friends, family members, neighbors and coworkers walk side-by-side, supporting each other and in memory of those we’ve lost. #AmericanFoundationForSuicidePrevention #OutoftheDarknessWalk #AFSP #PutnamCounty #PeopleUSA
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People USA attended the 5th Annual Warren Washington Counties Brainstorm Collaborative Community Resource Fair. πŸ’™

It was a wonderful day celebrating brain health, mental wellness, and recovery! 🫢 

#GlensFalls #WarrenWashingtonCounties #NY  #WWCBrainstorm #PeopleUSA
People USA attended the 5th Annual Warren Washington Counties Brainstorm Collaborative Community Resource Fair. πŸ’™

It was a wonderful day celebrating brain health, mental wellness, and recovery! 🫢 

#GlensFalls #WarrenWashingtonCounties #NY  #WWCBrainstorm #PeopleUSA
People USA attended the 5th Annual Warren Washington Counties Brainstorm Collaborative Community Resource Fair. πŸ’™

It was a wonderful day celebrating brain health, mental wellness, and recovery! 🫢 

#GlensFalls #WarrenWashingtonCounties #NY  #WWCBrainstorm #PeopleUSA
People USA attended the 5th Annual Warren Washington Counties Brainstorm Collaborative Community Resource Fair. πŸ’™

It was a wonderful day celebrating brain health, mental wellness, and recovery! 🫢 

#GlensFalls #WarrenWashingtonCounties #NY  #WWCBrainstorm #PeopleUSA
People USA attended the 5th Annual Warren Washington Counties Brainstorm Collaborative Community Resource Fair. πŸ’™ It was a wonderful day celebrating brain health, mental wellness, and recovery! 🫢 #GlensFalls #WarrenWashingtonCounties #NY #WWCBrainstorm #PeopleUSA
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πŸ“’ LAST CHANCE TO RESEVRE YOUR TICKETS! πŸ“’ 

πŸ“– Reserve Your Tickets Now for People USA's 1st Annual Gala : The Story of People USA: Hope in Every Chapter πŸ“– 

πŸ“… Thursday, October 29th at 5:30PM
πŸ“ The Grandview, Poughkeepsie, NY

This special evening will celebrate more than 35 years of hope, recovery, resilience, and community while looking ahead to the next chapter of our mission.

Join us as we share the inspiring story of People USA: from our beginnings as a peer-run organization to the innovative programs and life-changing services we provide today.

Together, we'll highlight the individuals, partners, and supporters who have helped shape our journey and invest in a future where everyone has the opportunity to thrive.

This inspiring evening will feature networking, dinner, dancing, a silent auction, and opportunities to make a lasting impact on the communities we serve. Whether you've been part of our story for years or are just getting to know People USA, we hope you'll join us for this unforgettable celebration.

🌟 Thank you to our presenting sponsor Marshall & Sterling! 🌟 

Sponsorship Opportunities and Tickets are Available!

To become a valued sponsor and purchase tickets click here: https://lnkd.in/e942C6F5 

#PeopleUSAsFirstAnnualGala #PeopleUSA #PeopleUSANow #WeCareBecauseWeHaveBeenThere #Nonprofit
πŸ“’ LAST CHANCE TO RESEVRE YOUR TICKETS! πŸ“’ 

πŸ“– Reserve Your Tickets Now for People USA's 1st Annual Gala : The Story of People USA: Hope in Every Chapter πŸ“– 

πŸ“… Thursday, October 29th at 5:30PM
πŸ“ The Grandview, Poughkeepsie, NY

This special evening will celebrate more than 35 years of hope, recovery, resilience, and community while looking ahead to the next chapter of our mission.

Join us as we share the inspiring story of People USA: from our beginnings as a peer-run organization to the innovative programs and life-changing services we provide today.

Together, we'll highlight the individuals, partners, and supporters who have helped shape our journey and invest in a future where everyone has the opportunity to thrive.

This inspiring evening will feature networking, dinner, dancing, a silent auction, and opportunities to make a lasting impact on the communities we serve. Whether you've been part of our story for years or are just getting to know People USA, we hope you'll join us for this unforgettable celebration.

🌟 Thank you to our presenting sponsor Marshall & Sterling! 🌟 

Sponsorship Opportunities and Tickets are Available!

To become a valued sponsor and purchase tickets click here: https://lnkd.in/e942C6F5 

#PeopleUSAsFirstAnnualGala #PeopleUSA #PeopleUSANow #WeCareBecauseWeHaveBeenThere #Nonprofit
πŸ“’ LAST CHANCE TO RESEVRE YOUR TICKETS! πŸ“’ πŸ“– Reserve Your Tickets Now for People USA's 1st Annual Gala : The Story of People USA: Hope in Every Chapter πŸ“– πŸ“… Thursday, October 29th at 5:30PM πŸ“ The Grandview, Poughkeepsie, NY This special evening will celebrate more than 35 years of hope, recovery, resilience, and community while looking ahead to the next chapter of our mission. Join us as we share the inspiring story of People USA: from our beginnings as a peer-run organization to the innovative programs and life-changing services we provide today. Together, we'll highlight the individuals, partners, and supporters who have helped shape our journey and invest in a future where everyone has the opportunity to thrive. This inspiring evening will feature networking, dinner, dancing, a silent auction, and opportunities to make a lasting impact on the communities we serve. Whether you've been part of our story for years or are just getting to know People USA, we hope you'll join us for this unforgettable celebration. 🌟 Thank you to our presenting sponsor Marshall & Sterling! 🌟 Sponsorship Opportunities and Tickets are Available! To become a valued sponsor and purchase tickets click here: https://lnkd.in/e942C6F5 #PeopleUSAsFirstAnnualGala #PeopleUSA #PeopleUSANow #WeCareBecauseWeHaveBeenThere #Nonprofit
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