HUTCHINSON ISLAND — A private recovery center is extending its influence in southeastern Florida to address a growing need for mental health and substance use treatment, opening a new outpatient facility on Hutchinson Island.
Beachside Rehab recently held a grand opening celebration for its second location, drawing more than 50 business and health care professionals. The event included a ribbon-cutting ceremony with the Vero Beach Chamber of Commerce, facility tours and a catered lunch.
According to the most recent data from the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI), approximately 3,563,000 adults in Florida experience a mental health condition each year. This represents about 20% of the adult population, aligning closely with national averages where 1 in 5 adults faces mental illness annually…