Those involved in the care and treatment of the mentally ill know that mental illness is one of the most significant healthcare issues in the United States, and can probably cite most of the statistics: One half of all life-time cases of mental illness begin by age 17 and three-quarters by age 24* Despite effective [...]

Matt Hicks is a Recreation Therapist at Pasadena Villa Smoky Mountain Lodge, a residential mental health treatment facility located just outside of the Great Smoky Mountain National Park. Matt received a Master’s of Science in both Therapeutic Recreation and Recreation Administration from the University of Tennessee and is a Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist. He has [...]

Last week was National Mental Health Week. Events such as this enable healthcare professionals, families and patients to continue to raise awareness, encourage those in need to seek mental health treatment and care for themselves, and promote sensitivity and compassion towards those in the community living with mental illness. Our  support also gives voice to [...]

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE (Orlando, Fla., October 8, 2010) Pasadena Villa, a residential mental health treatment center for adults, is pleased to announce it has signed a five-year affiliation agreement with the University of Central Florida College of Medicine. As an affiliate, Pasadena Villa will provide students opportunities to observe and participate in patient care under [...]