DeKalb CSB is Proud to Recognize June as Men’s Health Month

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There are an estimated 43.8 million adults in the U.S. living with mental illness. The most devastating statistic is that 60% of the people with a mental illness will not seek help. The consequences of this can be tragic, especially among men.  Men are less likely to seek treatment for their condition and sadly have… Read more »

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DeKalb CSB Celebrates Minority Mental Health Awareness Month

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Minority Mental Health Awareness Month was founded in 2008 to bring awareness to the unique struggles that underrepresented groups face in regard to mental illness in the United States (US). Mental illness affects one in five adults and one in 10 children in America, according to the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA). Furthermore, mental… Read more »

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Shop for a Cause. Purchase Your Macy’s Shopping Card Today!

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The Brighter DeKalb Foundation has teamed up with Macy’s for the Shop For A Cause Fundraiser.  Shop For A Cause gives you the opportunity to help support DeKalb CSB’s mental health, substance use and developmental disability programs. Donate $5 to the Brighter DeKalb Foundation and receive an exclusive savings pass to shop at Macy’s during… Read more »

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Brighter DeKalb Foundation Launches Residential Program Fire Relief Fund

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DECATUR, Georgia – June 6, 2017 – On the morning of Saturday, June 3, 2017, fire destroyed DeKalb CSB’s residential housing units located at a Brookhaven apartment complex.  DeKalb CSB currently leases units in the complex for many clients enrolled in the agency’s Mental Health Residential Program. In all, 11 clients were displaced from their homes… Read more »

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DeKalb CSB Celebrates Minority Mental Health Awareness Month

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Minority Mental Health Awareness Month was founded in 2008 to bring awareness to the unique struggles that underrepresented groups face in regard to mental illness in the United States (US). Mental illness affects one in five adults and one in 10 children in America, according to the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA). Furthermore, mental… Read more »

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Just Announced – TeleMental Training for Supervisors!

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Register now for DeKalb CSB’s newest training – TeleMental Health Supervision Training: Competent and Ethical Practice.   This training is specifically designed to meet the needs of mental health practitioners who are, or plan to deliver TeleMental health supervision. The workshop is scheduled for Saturday, March 25, 2017, 9:00 am – 12:15pm at the Bohan Auditorium. The… Read more »

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Holiday Hours

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FRIDAY, DEC. 23 – CLOSED MONDAY, DEC. 26 – CLOSED MONDAY, JAN. 2 – CLOSED Contact 404-892-4646 for immediate assistance. If your matter is life threatening call 911. Happy Holidays!

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January Board Meeting Announced

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The January 26th board meeting of the DeKalb Community Service Board is open to the public for those who are interested in services for mental health, addiction and developmental disabilities. The meeting will be held at 4:00 pm at 445 Winn Way, Room 421, Decatur, GA 30030. The Community Engagement Committee meeting will be held… Read more »

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Closing Notice

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Our offices will be closed on Monday, January 16th in honor of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day.  Contact 404-892-4646 for immediate assistance.  If your matter is life threatening call 911. We will re-open, with normal business hours, on Tuesday, January 17th.

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TeleMental Health Training Announced!

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TeleMental Health Treatment and Ethics: What Clinicians Need to Know Saturday, March 4, 2017 9:00 am – 4:30 pm Presenter: Jeff Ashby, Ph. D., ABPP Bohan Auditorium, 445 Winn Way Decatur, GA 30030 Applied for Six (6) CEU ‘s approved for through the Georgia Society for Clinical Social Work. Register today for the TeleMental Health Treatment and… Read more »

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