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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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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.…

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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New Kingston community health center offers ‘non-traditional’ therapy for people in crisis

Tune in to WAMC Northeast Public Radio and listen to “New Kingston community health center offers ‘non-traditional’ therapy for people in crisis” to hear from our Ulster County Crisis Support Center Site Director, Tanisha Castellanos, LCSW! “In the reception area of the Ulster County Center for Well Being’s Crisis Support Center, the lights are bright.…

New Kingston community health center offers ‘non-traditional’ therapy for people in crisis

Tune in to WAMC Northeast Public Radio and listen to “New Kingston community health center offers ‘non-traditional’ therapy for people in crisis” to hear from our Ulster County Crisis Support Center Site Director, Tanisha Castellanos, LCSW! “In the reception area of the Ulster County Center for Well Being’s Crisis Support Center, the lights are bright.…

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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.…

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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!

Learn More

New Kingston community health center offers ‘non-traditional’ therapy for people in crisis

Tune in to WAMC Northeast Public Radio and listen to “New Kingston community health center offers ‘non-traditional’ therapy for people in crisis” to hear from our Ulster County Crisis Support Center Site Director, Tanisha Castellanos, LCSW! “In the reception area of the Ulster County Center for Well Being’s Crisis Support Center, the lights are bright.…

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News

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

LEARN MORE ABOUT OUR
EXECUTIVE LEADERSHIP TEAM

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  • July is National Minority Mental Health Awareness Month! 💙💙💙 

It is a time to raise awareness of the mental health challenges many racial and ethnic minorities in the U.S. face — and to push for equitable access to culturally competent care. 

#NationalMinorityMentalHealthAwarenessMonth #Minorities #StoptheStigma #Diversity #Equity #Inclusion #PeopleUSA #PeopleUSANow #Nonprofit #MentalHealth #Advocacy #Peers #WellnessServices #Community #Support #Recovery #Sobriety #Prevention #Hope #RoadToMentalWellness #NewYork
  • 🗣️ Reminder 🗣️ 

Asking for help is a sign of strength! 💪

If you or a loved one need help please reach out to us at our warmline (978)-488-HOPE (4673) or call/text 988.

For more information about us : https://people-usa.org/ 

#AskForHelp #WeAreHereForYou #SelfCare #SelfLove #Strength #PeopleUSA #PeopleUSANow #Nonprofit #MentalHealth #Advocacy #Peers #WellnessServices #Community #Support #Recovery #Sobriety #Prevention #Hope #RoadToMentalWellness #NewYork
  • People USA's CEO Steve Miccio and Deputy CEO Kim Wing were honored to welcome Chad Beach of Heritage Financial Credit Union as he presented our organization with a $3,125 Small Business Recovery Grant through the Federal Home Loan Bank of New York's Small Business Recovery Grant (SBRG) Program.

We are deeply grateful to Heritage Financial Credit Union for selecting People USA as a grant recipient and for their continued commitment to strengthening local nonprofits and the communities they serve.

This generous funding will help advance our mission of providing hope, recovery, and life-changing services to individuals facing mental health, substance use, trauma, and social determinant of health challenges.

Thank you to Heritage Financial Credit Union and the Federal Home Loan Bank of New York for investing in the health and well-being of our community. 

Together, we're creating hope and building stronger communities. 

#HeritageFinancialCreditUnion #FederalHomeLoanBankofNewYork #PeopleUSA #PeopleUSANow #WeCareBecauseWeHaveBeenThere #Nonprofit #MentalHealth #Advocacy #Peers #WellnessServices #Community #Support #Recovery #Sobriety #Prevention #Hope #RoadToMentalWellness #NewYork
  • Happy Independence Day! ❤️🤍💙

* Our main offices will be closed today in observance of Independence Day. * 

#IndependenceDay #4thofJuly #PeopleUSA #PeopleUSANow #Nonprofit #MentalHealth #Advocacy #Peers #WellnessServices #Community #Support #Recovery #Sobriety #Prevention #Hope #RoadToMentalWellness #NewYork
  • 📢 People USA is looking for community minded individuals to join our Board of Directors! 📢 

Do you have a passion for mental health and recovery, have your own lived experience, and want to be a part of something special?

We want to hear from you! 💙 🤝💙 

Please reach out to Dana Pedatella : Dpedatella@people-usa.org

#PeopleUSA #PeopleUSANow #WeCareBecauseWeHaveBeenThere #Nonprofit #MentalHealth #Advocacy #Peers #WellnessServices #Community #Support #Recovery #Sobriety #Prevention #Hope #RoadToMentalWellness #NewYork
  • 📖 Save the Date for People USA's 1st Annual Gala : The Story of People USA: Hope in Every Chapter 📖 

📅 Thursday, October 29th at 5:30PM
📍 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 Available!

To become a valued sponsor of this inaugural event, please click here: https://people-usa.org/gala/ 

#PeopleUSAsFirstAnnualGala #PeopleUSA #PeopleUSANow #WeCareBecauseWeHaveBeenThere #Nonprofit #MentalHealth #Advocacy #Peers #WellnessServices #Community #Support #Recovery #Sobriety #Prevention #Hope #RoadToMentalWellness #NewYork
July is National Minority Mental Health Awareness Month! 💙💙💙 

It is a time to raise awareness of the mental health challenges many racial and ethnic minorities in the U.S. face — and to push for equitable access to culturally competent care. 

#NationalMinorityMentalHealthAwarenessMonth #Minorities #StoptheStigma #Diversity #Equity #Inclusion #PeopleUSA #PeopleUSANow #Nonprofit #MentalHealth #Advocacy #Peers #WellnessServices #Community #Support #Recovery #Sobriety #Prevention #Hope #RoadToMentalWellness #NewYork
July is National Minority Mental Health Awareness Month! 💙💙💙 It is a time to raise awareness of the mental health challenges many racial and ethnic minorities in the U.S. face — and to push for equitable access to culturally competent care. #NationalMinorityMentalHealthAwarenessMonth #Minorities #StoptheStigma #Diversity #Equity #Inclusion #PeopleUSA #PeopleUSANow #Nonprofit #MentalHealth #Advocacy #Peers #WellnessServices #Community #Support #Recovery #Sobriety #Prevention #Hope #RoadToMentalWellness #NewYork
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🗣️ Reminder 🗣️ 

Asking for help is a sign of strength! 💪

If you or a loved one need help please reach out to us at our warmline (978)-488-HOPE (4673) or call/text 988.

For more information about us : https://people-usa.org/ 

#AskForHelp #WeAreHereForYou #SelfCare #SelfLove #Strength #PeopleUSA #PeopleUSANow #Nonprofit #MentalHealth #Advocacy #Peers #WellnessServices #Community #Support #Recovery #Sobriety #Prevention #Hope #RoadToMentalWellness #NewYork
🗣️ Reminder 🗣️ Asking for help is a sign of strength! 💪 If you or a loved one need help please reach out to us at our warmline (978)-488-HOPE (4673) or call/text 988. For more information about us : https://people-usa.org/ #AskForHelp #WeAreHereForYou #SelfCare #SelfLove #Strength #PeopleUSA #PeopleUSANow #Nonprofit #MentalHealth #Advocacy #Peers #WellnessServices #Community #Support #Recovery #Sobriety #Prevention #Hope #RoadToMentalWellness #NewYork
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People USA's CEO Steve Miccio and Deputy CEO Kim Wing were honored to welcome Chad Beach of Heritage Financial Credit Union as he presented our organization with a $3,125 Small Business Recovery Grant through the Federal Home Loan Bank of New York's Small Business Recovery Grant (SBRG) Program.

We are deeply grateful to Heritage Financial Credit Union for selecting People USA as a grant recipient and for their continued commitment to strengthening local nonprofits and the communities they serve.

This generous funding will help advance our mission of providing hope, recovery, and life-changing services to individuals facing mental health, substance use, trauma, and social determinant of health challenges.

Thank you to Heritage Financial Credit Union and the Federal Home Loan Bank of New York for investing in the health and well-being of our community. 

Together, we're creating hope and building stronger communities. 

#HeritageFinancialCreditUnion #FederalHomeLoanBankofNewYork #PeopleUSA #PeopleUSANow #WeCareBecauseWeHaveBeenThere #Nonprofit #MentalHealth #Advocacy #Peers #WellnessServices #Community #Support #Recovery #Sobriety #Prevention #Hope #RoadToMentalWellness #NewYork
People USA's CEO Steve Miccio and Deputy CEO Kim Wing were honored to welcome Chad Beach of Heritage Financial Credit Union as he presented our organization with a $3,125 Small Business Recovery Grant through the Federal Home Loan Bank of New York's Small Business Recovery Grant (SBRG) Program. We are deeply grateful to Heritage Financial Credit Union for selecting People USA as a grant recipient and for their continued commitment to strengthening local nonprofits and the communities they serve. This generous funding will help advance our mission of providing hope, recovery, and life-changing services to individuals facing mental health, substance use, trauma, and social determinant of health challenges. Thank you to Heritage Financial Credit Union and the Federal Home Loan Bank of New York for investing in the health and well-being of our community. Together, we're creating hope and building stronger communities. #HeritageFinancialCreditUnion #FederalHomeLoanBankofNewYork #PeopleUSA #PeopleUSANow #WeCareBecauseWeHaveBeenThere #Nonprofit #MentalHealth #Advocacy #Peers #WellnessServices #Community #Support #Recovery #Sobriety #Prevention #Hope #RoadToMentalWellness #NewYork
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Happy Independence Day! ❤️🤍💙

* Our main offices will be closed today in observance of Independence Day. * 

#IndependenceDay #4thofJuly #PeopleUSA #PeopleUSANow #Nonprofit #MentalHealth #Advocacy #Peers #WellnessServices #Community #Support #Recovery #Sobriety #Prevention #Hope #RoadToMentalWellness #NewYork
Happy Independence Day! ❤️🤍💙 * Our main offices will be closed today in observance of Independence Day. * #IndependenceDay #4thofJuly #PeopleUSA #PeopleUSANow #Nonprofit #MentalHealth #Advocacy #Peers #WellnessServices #Community #Support #Recovery #Sobriety #Prevention #Hope #RoadToMentalWellness #NewYork
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📢 People USA is looking for community minded individuals to join our Board of Directors! 📢 

Do you have a passion for mental health and recovery, have your own lived experience, and want to be a part of something special?

We want to hear from you! 💙 🤝💙 

Please reach out to Dana Pedatella : Dpedatella@people-usa.org

#PeopleUSA #PeopleUSANow #WeCareBecauseWeHaveBeenThere #Nonprofit #MentalHealth #Advocacy #Peers #WellnessServices #Community #Support #Recovery #Sobriety #Prevention #Hope #RoadToMentalWellness #NewYork
📢 People USA is looking for community minded individuals to join our Board of Directors! 📢 

Do you have a passion for mental health and recovery, have your own lived experience, and want to be a part of something special?

We want to hear from you! 💙 🤝💙 

Please reach out to Dana Pedatella : Dpedatella@people-usa.org

#PeopleUSA #PeopleUSANow #WeCareBecauseWeHaveBeenThere #Nonprofit #MentalHealth #Advocacy #Peers #WellnessServices #Community #Support #Recovery #Sobriety #Prevention #Hope #RoadToMentalWellness #NewYork
📢 People USA is looking for community minded individuals to join our Board of Directors! 📢 Do you have a passion for mental health and recovery, have your own lived experience, and want to be a part of something special? We want to hear from you! 💙 🤝💙 Please reach out to Dana Pedatella : Dpedatella@people-usa.org #PeopleUSA #PeopleUSANow #WeCareBecauseWeHaveBeenThere #Nonprofit #MentalHealth #Advocacy #Peers #WellnessServices #Community #Support #Recovery #Sobriety #Prevention #Hope #RoadToMentalWellness #NewYork
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📖 Save the Date for People USA's 1st Annual Gala : The Story of People USA: Hope in Every Chapter 📖 

📅 Thursday, October 29th at 5:30PM
📍 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 Available!

To become a valued sponsor of this inaugural event, please click here: https://people-usa.org/gala/ 

#PeopleUSAsFirstAnnualGala #PeopleUSA #PeopleUSANow #WeCareBecauseWeHaveBeenThere #Nonprofit #MentalHealth #Advocacy #Peers #WellnessServices #Community #Support #Recovery #Sobriety #Prevention #Hope #RoadToMentalWellness #NewYork
📖 Save the Date for People USA's 1st Annual Gala : The Story of People USA: Hope in Every Chapter 📖 📅 Thursday, October 29th at 5:30PM 📍 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 Available! To become a valued sponsor of this inaugural event, please click here: https://people-usa.org/gala/ #PeopleUSAsFirstAnnualGala #PeopleUSA #PeopleUSANow #WeCareBecauseWeHaveBeenThere #Nonprofit #MentalHealth #Advocacy #Peers #WellnessServices #Community #Support #Recovery #Sobriety #Prevention #Hope #RoadToMentalWellness #NewYork
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