About Central Alabama Wellness
Central Alabama Wellness is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit community behavioral health organization serving Chilton and Shelby Counties in the heart of Central Alabama. We are dedicated to promoting health, wellness, recovery, and quality of life for individuals and families of all ages through a comprehensive continuum of care. Our services include outpatient counseling, psychiatric care, school-based mental health services, residential programs, case management, prevention services, and supports for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, among many other services that promote recovery, stability, independence, and overall well-being throughout the communities we serve.
The organization was established in 1972 as the Mental Health Board of Chilton and Shelby Counties, Inc., following the passage of Alabama Act 310, which created regional mental health boards throughout the state. What began as a single location has grown into a comprehensive community behavioral health organization with offices in Calera, Clanton, North Shelby, and Pelham, providing services throughout Chilton and Shelby Counties in community settings, schools, and outpatient clinics.
For its first 48 years, the organization was widely known as the Chilton-Shelby Mental Health Center. In January 2020, the organization adopted a new name, Central Alabama Wellness, reflecting a broader commitment to whole-person health and well-being. Wellness is more than the absence of illness; it is an ongoing process of growth, resilience, and making healthy choices that lead to a fulfilling life. This philosophy guides everything we do.
At Central Alabama Wellness, our mission is to help individuals and families build healthier lives, strengthen their resilience, and achieve their highest possible quality of life. Through compassionate care, community partnerships, and innovative services, we strive to help the people we serve truly live life well.
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