This Recovery Award recognizes Representative Kim Hammer as a Recovery Champion for the members of Birch Tree Communities, Inc.  His dedication and advocacy for the Birch Mission has made it possible for individuals with mental illness to have a voice in the changing...

“I could easily say that my journey at Birch started when I was first hired on… but to me it began way before then. I grew up around Birch, our members, the atmosphere, the NEED (and WANT) to help others, and I truly believe it had a huge impact on molding my heart...

Each year the members of Birch Tree Communities elect a Practitioner of the Year at each branch to recognize the hard work and dedication of our amazing staff members. Of those carefully selected staff, one Practitioner is elected as the overall Practitioner of the...

Join us for our 5K for Recovery!

On May 5, 2016, the Division of Behavioral Health Services sponsored a gathering at the State Capitol to heighten awareness, reduce misperceptions, and support those with mental health needs. Partners in this endeavor included the Mental Health Council of Arkansas,...

Family Support Group Meeting – Fourth Monday of Every Month – 6:15 p.m. – 7:45 p.m. Beginning in April, Will Skip May, Resume in June. NAMI Family Support Groups are open to family members/care givers of persons living with a mental illness.NAMI Support Groups...

Benton, Arkansas, February 26, 2016 –Local singer/songwriter, Brian Nahlen, will be honored with a Community Service Award for regularly sharing his time and his talents with the members of Birch Tree Communities, Inc. This will be Brian’s third show at Birch...

To celebrate Mental Health Awareness Month, many consumers and community members gathered at the steps of the Saline County Courthouse to release hundreds of balloons and hear stories of recovery. Benton Mayor David Mattingly, Lt. Kevin Russell of the Benton...