Our History

Founded in 1991, Appleseed began by providing adult mental health services to residents of Ashland County, including counseling, case management, crisis intervention, pre-hospitalization screening, diagnosis, and medication/somatic treatment. In 1993, the agency expanded its scope to include housing assistance for individuals with low to moderate incomes. A year later, in 1994, Appleseed acquired two apartment units through a grant from the Ohio Department of Mental Health & Addiction Services to provide stable housing for individuals with severe mental health conditions.

In 1995, Appleseed further broadened its services to include programs for children and families, becoming a comprehensive, full-service mental health agency.

Operating under the Appleseed umbrella are several specialized programs designed to meet diverse community needs, including Safe Haven, Intensive Home Based Treatment, Community/School Liaison Program, Co-Occurring Program, the SPARK Program, and the Supported Employment Program.

Today, Appleseed is a comprehensive, multi-service agency committed to providing high-quality, evidence-based, accessible, and outcome-driven services. Our mission is to support individuals in enhancing their mental health to live healthy, whole, and productive lives. Since its founding, Appleseed has grown from a staff of 12 focused solely on adult services to over 100 professionals delivering a wide range of care and support to individuals and families across all ages.

Recent Updates

Elder Abuse Awareness Month.

Elder Abuse Awareness Month.

June is Elder Abuse Awareness Month.

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Mental Health Awareness Month

Mental Health Awareness Month

May is Mental Health Awareness Month.

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BPD Awareness Month

BPD Awareness Month

May is Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) Awareness Month.

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