Grand Opening for Serenity Courtyard of Macon

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RIVER EDGE BEHAVIORAL HEALTH ANNOUNCES 
Grand Opening for Serenity Courtyard of Macon

MACON – River Edge Behavioral Health (River Edge) is pleased to announce the grand Opening of affordable supportive housing units to serve seniors receiving mental health services, Serenity Courtyard of Macon. 

The 26 permanent supportive housing units will have a center courtyard and will help seniors 55 and older receiving mental health services secure a permanent home. 

River Edge Behavioral Health received multiple funding sources to develop the single-family one-bedroom housing units, including, Georgia Investment in Housing Grant, Macon-Bibb County HOME Funds, Community Foundation of Central Georgia Grant, and River Edge Foundation.

In a statement about the project, the Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities (DBHDD) said, 

“Stable, supportive housing is essential for older adults living with mental health challenges, and River Edge Behavioral Health is leading the way! 
We’re thrilled to congratulate River Edge on the construction of 24 new tiny homes designed specifically to provide safe, independent, and supportive living for older adults with chronic mental health issues. 
This project is more than just housing—it’s about dignity, stability, and ensuring that these vulnerable individuals do not fall through the cracks.” 

All marketing and media inquiries should be directed to Jen Holbrook at jholbrook@river-edge.org or 478-803-7707.

About River Edge Behavioral Health
The full continuum of River Edge Behavioral Health services provides state-of-the-art treatment and supports for children, youth, families and adults who experience mental illness, addiction, co-occurring disorders or intellectual or developmental disabilities. A repetitive national award winner identified for its exemplary leadership by its international accrediting body, River Edge services extend throughout Georgia, including Baldwin, Crawford, Houston, Jones, Macon-Bibb, Monroe, Peach, Putnam, Twiggs, Wilkinson and Fulton counties. Learn more at www.river-edge.org. For help, call 478-803-7600.

About River Edge Foundation
River Edge Foundation, an independent, 501(c)3 non-profit organization, raises private funds to help make life better for individuals who experience mental illness, addiction or an intellectual or developmental disability, especially individuals served and supported through the robust, community-based offerings of River Edge Behavioral Health. The Foundation strives for excellence in fundraising, investing and stewarding contributions and assets governing the Foundation, as well as forming lasting and mutually beneficial relationships with community partners, constituencies and stakeholders.