Places for People

Mission

Places for People is one of the only Certified Community Behavioral Health Organization in St. Louis City or County, serving more than 2,800 people each year.

Places for People (PFP) was founded 51 years ago in response to the then new federal policy of deinstitutionalization, which moved patients living in mental institutions back into the community. The idea was that this community-based model of care would be more cost-effective and humane. However, the infrastructure to support this type of effort was simply not in place. In response, Places for People was conceived to provide a “place” – a storefront – in the community where the hundreds of men and women who had been deinstitutionalized could receive services, including finding a new place to call home.

Today, Places for People serves more than 2,300 people annually, offering an individualized approach to health and healing. Places for People is dedicated to shining a light on the road to recovery for those experiencing the toughest cases of mental health and substance use disorder. By combining genuine, human connection with evidence-based care, the expert staff at Places for People work tirelessly to help those we serve develop the skills to effectively manage their illnesses and lead meaningful and productive lives.

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