Sisters of Charity Health System Commits $3 Million to Support Behavioral Health Crisis Center Led by The Centers

Tuesday, March 24, 2026

Sisters of Charity Health System Commits $3 Million to Support Behavioral Health Crisis Center Led by The Centers

Transformational investment supports development of crisis receiving and stabilization center and integration of Rosary Hall Withdrawal Management Center

Following is a press release issued by the Health System. The news also appears in a March 25 article from Crain's Cleveland Business, which can be accessed here (subscription required) or available without a subscription in this PDF of the article.

CLEVELAND, OH — The Sisters of Charity Health System has announced a $3 million funding commitment to support the development of a Behavioral Health Crisis Center (BHCC) led by The Centers. The funding announcement marks a landmark investment in the behavioral health infrastructure of Cuyahoga County and a commitment to create a crisis receiving and stabilization center in Cleveland’s Central neighborhood to support individuals experiencing a mental health and/or addiction emergency.

The Centers is currently renovating the former St. Vincent Charity Medical Office Building at 2322 E. 22nd St. to become the BHCC. It is part of the campus of the former St. Vincent Charity Medical Center, which is now known as the St. Vincent Charity Health & Healing Hub, a neighborhood legacy initiative of the Sisters of Charity Health System.

Once opened in Fall of 2026, the BHCC will be a first-of-its-kind facility in Cuyahoga County, serving as a key entry point for individuals in crisis to receive immediate coordinated and compassionate care. It will provide 24/7 crisis stabilization services, withdrawal management services and connections to long-term treatment, which can help reduce dependence on emergency rooms and the criminal justice system for behavioral health needs.

As part of this commitment, the withdrawal management services within the BHCC will be named the Rosary Hall Withdrawal Management Center, honoring a longstanding legacy of addiction treatment rooted in the mission of the Sisters of Charity of St. Augustine (CSA).

“For 175 years, we have been called to meet people in their most vulnerable moments,” said Sister Judith Ann Karam, CSA, congregational leader of the Sisters of Charity of St. Augustine. “This investment reflects our enduring commitment to continue that mission, ensuring that individuals facing mental health and addiction challenges are met with dignity, compassion and access to the care they deserve. The Rosary Hall Withdrawal Management Center carries forward a legacy of healing that began decades ago and remains as vital today as ever.”

The naming of the Rosary Hall Withdrawal Management Center reinforces the Sisters of Charity of St. Augustine’s historic leadership in addiction medicine, dating back to 1935 with the pioneering work of Sister Ignatia Gavin, CSA, whose compassionate and innovative approach helped shape modern addiction treatment and helped co-found Alcoholics Anonymous. That legacy continues through Rosary Hall today and will expand through the future Sister Ignatia Gavin, CSA Center for Addiction Medicine, scheduled to open in fall 2026. Together, the BHCC and the Sister Ignatia Gavin Center will form an integrated continuum of care, from crisis stabilization and withdrawal management to long-term recovery support.

“We are truly inspired by the Sisters of Charity Health System’s unwavering commitment to our mission,” said Eric L. Morse, president and CEO of The Centers. “Their visionary support allows us to revolutionize our approach, empowering us to shift from traditional, reactive methods toward proactive, community-focused solutions that foster long-term stability and hope. By offering a 24/7 ‘living room’ model of care, the BHCC will ensure that every neighbor in crisis is met with immediate compassion and specialized support in a therapeutic environment designed for healing.”

The $3 million commitment reflects a shared vision among partners to strengthen behavioral health and addiction medicine infrastructure and ensure that individuals and families in Cuyahoga County have access to timely, integrated and compassionate care.

“This is not just an investment in a facility, it’s an investment in people, in dignity and in the future of our community,” said Michael Goar, president and CEO of the Sisters of Charity Health System. “It reflects our continued commitment to strengthening the systems of care that support individuals experiencing addiction and mental health crises. We are proud to stand alongside The Centers as they build something that will genuinely change — and save — lives in the Central neighborhood and across Cuyahoga County.”

About the Sisters of Charity Health System
The Sisters of Charity Health System is a Catholic health and social service organization sponsored by the Sisters of Charity of St. Augustine. Rooted in a 175-year legacy of service, the Health System sponsors and supports a network of ministries that address the social drivers of health, including addiction treatment, senior care, early childhood education, homelessness services and community health initiatives across Ohio and South Carolina. Through its ministries, foundations and strategic partnerships, the Sisters of Charity Health System is committed to heal, serve and advocate for those most in need with compassion, dignity and innovation. Learn more at sistersofcharityhealth.org.

About The Centers
The Centers is a leading nonprofit organization providing comprehensive health and social services to individuals and families across Northeast Ohio. Through integrated behavioral health, primary care and social support services, The Centers serves 20,000+ of our community members each year, with a focus on whole-person care and improving access for underserved populations. The organization is committed to innovative, community-based solutions that promote long-term stability, health and well-being. Learn more at thecentersohio.org

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