Places for People (PfP) is a private, non-profit
agency that has been helping people with serious mental illness live independently
in the community for more than 35 years.
AGENCY OVERVIEW
Founded in 1972
Believes that hope is the key to recovery
and change
Offers support and services to more than
480 people living with serious and persistent mental illness.
Serves people living with severe psychiatric
disorders – individuals who need more intensive and flexible services
than other providers can give.
Empowers individuals to regain control
of their lives by building relationships and encouraging community involvement.
Provides outreach and housing to homeless
individuals living with mental illness.
Provides an array of housing options for
people living with mental illness, co-occurring addiction disorders
and HIV/AIDS
Over 80% of our clients live in independent
housing of their choice – the highest rate for any provider in
the state.
Places for People's mission is to provide individualized, high-quality and cost-effective services to adults with serious and persistent mental disorders so they can live, work, and socialize in environments of their own choosing. We accept a special responsibility to serve those individuals who rely on public funding.
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