VIP Named One of America's Best Addiction Treatment Centers 2024
August 7, 2024 – Each center was assessed across three criteria: accreditation data provided by SAMHSA, reputation surveys from medical professionals and administrators in the field and Google reviews, which served to measure patient experience.
A Model for Compassionate and Accessible Mental Health and Substance Use Care
July 10, 2024 – The Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic (CCBHC) model was designed to address these access issues and promote more integrated care for people with serious behavioral health conditions. This blog post provides a broad overview of CCBHC implementation opportunities and explores the experiences and impact of two programs: VIP Community Services in the Bronx, New York, and GRAND Mental Health in Oklahoma.
New York Times: Could This Van Help People Quit Fentanyl?
July 21, 2024 – Addiction experts say methadone is particularly important as the strength of street fentanyl has raised the opioid tolerance levels of some users so high that other medications and approaches don’t always work.
National Council Names New Regional Directors
July 2, 2024 – Debbian Fletcher-Blake, MSN, APRN, FNP, will return for a second term as regional director for Region 2 (New Jersey, New York, Puerto Rico, U.S. Virgin Islands). Fletcher-Blake is CEO of VIP Community Services (Bronx, New York).
VIP Named One of America's Best Addiction Treatment Centers 2024
August 7, 2024 – Each center was assessed across three criteria: accreditation data provided by SAMHSA, reputation surveys from medical professionals and administrators in the field and Google reviews, which served to measure patient experience.
A Model for Compassionate and Accessible Mental Health and Substance Use Care
July 10, 2024 – The Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic (CCBHC) model was designed to address these access issues and promote more integrated care for people with serious behavioral health conditions. This blog post provides a broad overview of CCBHC implementation opportunities and explores the experiences and impact of two programs: VIP Community Services in the Bronx, New York, and GRAND Mental Health in Oklahoma.
New York Times: Could This Van Help People Quit Fentanyl?
July 21, 2024 –
Addiction experts say methadone is particularly important as the strength of street fentanyl has raised the opioid tolerance levels of some users so high that other medications and approaches don’t always work.
National Council Names New Regional Directors
July 2, 2024 – Debbian Fletcher-Blake, MSN, APRN, FNP, will return for a second term as regional director for Region 2 (New Jersey, New York, Puerto Rico, U.S. Virgin Islands). Fletcher-Blake is CEO of VIP Community Services (Bronx, New York).
Enhancing Stability: Innovative Service Models for Supportive Housing
June 20, 2024 – Panelists including President and CEO of VIP Debbian Fletcher-Blake explored various models, including ACT and CCBHC teams, crisis stabilization centers, and the need for interdisciplinary teams with flexible funding. Participants learned how to re-envision staffing models to effectively address complex needs and enhance service delivery in supportive housing.
Enhancing Stability: Innovative Service Models for Supportive Housing
June 20, 2024 – Panelists including President and CEO of VIP Debbian Fletcher-Blake explored various models, including ACT and CCBHC teams, crisis stabilization centers, and the need for interdisciplinary teams with flexible funding. Participants learned how to re-envision staffing models to effectively address complex needs and enhance service delivery in supportive housing.
The Columbia Center for Community Health Enters a New Era of Public Health and Advocacy
June 21, 2024 – The CCCH will continue to work closely with VIP Community Services, a Federally Qualified Health Center and Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic offering a continuum of services such as primary care, housing, and medication assisted treatment.
The Columbia Center for Community Health Enters a New Era of Public Health and Advocacy
June 21, 2024 – The CCCH will continue to work closely with VIP Community Services, a Federally Qualified Health Center and Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic offering a continuum of services such as primary care, housing, and medication assisted treatment.
Governor Hochul Announces Confirmation of Administration Appointees by Senate
June 8, 2024 – Debbian Fletcher-Blake, President and CEO of VIP Community Services, is appointed to the Behavioral Health Services Advisory Council.
Governor Hochul Announces Confirmation of Administration Appointees by Senate
June 8, 2024 – Debbian Fletcher-Blake, President and CEO of VIP Community Services, is appointed to the Behavioral Health Services Advisory Council.
Capitol Pressroom: Integrating Mental Health and Substance Abuse Care
May 10, 2024 – New York is slowly expanding the number of providers offering integrated mental health and substance abuse care. We examine this effort with Jihoon Kim, CEO of InUnity Alliance, and Debbian Fletcher-Blake, President and CEO of VIP Community Services.
Capitol Pressroom: Integrating Mental Health and Substance Abuse Care
May 10, 2024 – New York is slowly expanding the number of providers offering integrated mental health and substance abuse care. We examine this effort with Jihoon Kim, CEO of InUnity Alliance, and Debbian Fletcher-Blake, President and CEO of VIP Community Services.
The National Council for Mental Wellbeing Annual Report
Becoming a Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic (CCBHC) can be transformational, especially when it comes to meeting the changing needs of clients and communities. Just ask Debbian Fletcher-Blake, President and CEO of VIP Community Services, a federally qualified health center in New York offering comprehensive and integrated medical, behavioral health, housing and wraparound services that are equitable and promote positive outcomes for the people served, their families and the community.
The National Council for Mental Wellbeing Annual Report
Becoming a Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic (CCBHC) can be transformational, especially when it comes to meeting the changing needs of clients and communities. Just ask Debbian Fletcher-Blake, President and CEO of VIP Community Services, a federally qualified health center in New York offering comprehensive and integrated medical, behavioral health, housing and wraparound services that are equitable and promote positive outcomes for the people served, their families and the community.
Architectural Treats in East Tremont
April 28, 2024 – Next to P.S. 44 is VIP Community Services, which offers drug addiction treatment and a men’s residence in this postmodern building. In 2014, it was beautified with a mural painted by its clients, under the supervision of artists Marc Evan and Raul Ayala. The work was organized by Groundswell, which has murals throughout the city.
Architectural Treats in East Tremont
April 28, 2024 – Next to P.S. 44 is VIP Community Services, which offers drug addiction treatment and a men’s residence in this postmodern building. In 2014, it was beautified with a mural painted by its clients, under the supervision of artists Marc Evan and Raul Ayala. The work was organized by Groundswell, which has murals throughout the city.
Bronx Supportive Housing at Ruiz Butter Residence Opens
March 12, 2024 – VIP Community Services celebrated the opening of its Ruiz Butter House with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on March 12. This supportive housing facility is located at 1899 Crotona Ave. and has 65 individual and family units. Bronx Borough President Vanessa L. Gibson and former City Councilmember Mark Gjonaj were also present at the ribbon-cutting ceremony.
Bronx Supportive Housing at Ruiz Butter Residence Opens
March 12, 2024 – VIP Community Services celebrated the opening of its Ruiz Butter House with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on March 12. This supportive housing facility is located at 1899 Crotona Ave. and has 65 individual and family units. Bronx Borough President Vanessa L. Gibson and former City Councilmember Mark Gjonaj were also present at the ribbon-cutting ceremony.