Autumn McAllister, director of emergency services at Lakeview Center, has been recognized as the Okaloosa Community Health Improvement Partnership (OCHIP) Member of the Year for her dedication to improving community health initiatives. OCHIP, a program led by the Florida Department of Health in Okaloosa County, brings together local organizations, health care providers and community leaders […]

For years, Brent lived with undiagnosed bipolar disorder, navigating life’s ups and downs without the right support or medication. A telecommunications professional with a deep love for vinyl records, he struggled silently for four decades, dealing with suicidal thoughts and emotional turmoil. It wasn’t until he reached his lowest point that he made the life-changing […]

Rita Grandberry’s foster care journey is nothing short of remarkable. With a history of fostering that began over 30 years ago, Rita’s passion for giving back stems from deeply personal experiences. After her 21-year-old son was tragically murdered, she turned to foster care as a way to heal and honor his memory. “Someone took a […]

Pensacola, Fla. (Feb. 6, 2025) – Buona Fortuna Lodge in Pensacola awarded Lakeview Center a $1,000 grant. This generous donation will help support crisis mental health needs from Escambia to Walton County – particularly Lakeview Center’s Mobile Response Team (MRT). MRT offers 24/7 crisis intervention and support, providing telephone triage or coming to callers for […]

For Melissa Caraway, what started as a detour from her original career path became a lifelong passion. Lakeview Center’s Special Populations Network (SPN) operations director reflects on a remarkable 31-year journey shaped by compassion, teamwork and a commitment to those who need it most. Melissa’s path to Lakeview Center began unexpectedly. “I went to college […]

Pensacola, Fla. (Jan. 8, 2025) – LifeView Group – parent company of Lakeview Center – has been named a 2025 Military Friendly® Employer. This marks LifeView Group’s third consecutive year earning this designation, signifying the organization’s commitment to the military and veteran community from hiring to career advancement.As a nonprofit family of companies, LifeView Group […]

Milton, Fla. (Jan.7, 2025) – Mack Moore has been named director of Lakeview’s Avalon Center in Milton, where he will oversee mental health and substance misuse programs. Moore, a 27-year veteran of Lakeview Center, brings extensive experience in behavioral health and crisis intervention. As director of Avalon, Moore will manage outpatient services designed to support […]

Over the course of seven months, Eric progressed through Lakeview’s Short-Term Residential Treatment (SRT) program and Lodges program, both tailored to support individuals grappling with substance misuse and co-occurring mental health challenges. These programs provide a structured environment where individuals can address their struggles, develop healthier coping strategies and build a foundation for long-term recovery. […]

DeFuniak Springs, Fla. (Dec. 12, 2024) – Homeless individuals struggling with mental health issues will soon have better access to housing while they strive for stability, thanks to support of Lakeview Center by United Way Emerald Coast. Lakeview Center was named a United Way Emerald Coast partner agency for 2024 with a $19,066 grant towards […]