HENDERSON COUNTY, N.C. (WLOS) — Hundreds of people from across western North Carolina gathered Monday in Henderson County to address a growing challenge facing communities: how to better respond to mental health and behavioral health needs.
The 2026 Henderson County Behavioral Health Conference, held at Blue Ridge Community College, brought together first responders, healthcare providers, state leaders and community organizations for a day of discussion focused on strengthening the region’s system of care.
The event featured more than 30 speakers and dozens of exhibitors, with sessions focused on crisis response, workforce shortages, system coordination and long-term recovery…