Public Health Management Corporation

05/26/2026

05/22/2026

PHMC program Pathways to Recovery has moved to 1200 Callowhill Street! Expect the same high quality of care, with an expanded capacity for support, including outpatient services, state-of-the-art therapy rooms, an on-site pharmacy and connections to integrated health care with PHMC Health Callowhill.

For questions and more information, email [email protected] or call 215.731.2402.

Pathways to Recovery is a Partial Hospitalization Program for adults with co-occurring substance use and mental health disorders. Learn more: https://phmc.org/program/pathways-to-recovery/

05/21/2026

Meet Mark, a participant in PHMC subsidiary Joseph J Peters Institute's Vaux PATH program.

“[JJPI] helped me heal and move forward by being able to express myself, letting things out,” he shares. “Every time I leave here, I feel good. I feel great.”

Vaux PATH (Partnership to Address Trauma and Healing) embeds clinicians on-site at Philadelphia Housing Authority’s Vaux Community Center to provide behavioral health support for children and adults affected by trauma.

Hear from Mark and Vaux PATH therapist Sarah about what this program means to them: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7XCXuYVEZrc

05/19/2026

Focus on Fathers, a program of PHMC subsidiary Health Promotion Council of Southeastern Pennsylvania, Inc., has walked alongside Philadelphia dads over the last two decades. Tune in to the very first episode of Focus on Fathers: Dads Supporting Dads to hear about the program’s history and lasting relevance.

https://youtu.be/L7jeyDlUVrw?si=GWEWzmu1f9BpOcz6

05/15/2026

Thank you again to our sponsors and all those who joined PHMC and Joseph J Peters Institute last week for our Voices of Hope Reception! The event, which recognized National Mental Health Awareness Month, raised more than $80,500 for PHMC’s Behavioral Health services and JJPI.

The event also honored the leadership and legacy of Michael K. Pearson, President and CEO of PHMC. Michael will retire in June 2026 from PHMC after decades of service advancing public health across our region. In accepting accolades from his colleagues, Michael shared his personal journey with mental health, highlighting the importance of support for Black men and veterans in particular.

Find more photos and information on the event here: https://phmc.org/2026/voices-of-hope-honors-michael-k-pearson-benefits-mental-health-services/

05/14/2026

Focus on Fathers, a program of PHMC subsidiary Health Promotion Council of Southeastern Pennsylvania, Inc., is launching a podcast! Focus on Fathers: Dads Supporting Dads is a space created by men, for men – a place for real stories and insights on parenting, relationships and personal growth. Fathers, parent educators and subject-matter experts will dive into conversations about child development, men's mental health, navigating custody and more.

Tune in on YouTube or Spotify to watch the first episodes of the season on May 19.

https://www.youtube.com/

05/12/2026

The Pennsylvania Nutrition Education Network (PA NEN) team hosted their annual conference! Nearly 200 attendees gathered in State College to connect, learn and share successes in community nutrition education and PA SNAP-Ed. The conference featured 33 speakers, 10 exhibitors, a pre-conference training, networking, a farm tour and more.

Thank you to the PA NEN team for your incredible work on this event! Learn more about PA NEN at https://www.panen.org/

05/10/2026

Thank you to all who joined PHMC and Joseph J Peters Institute last week for our Voices of Hope Reception! We were pleased to recognize Mental Health Awareness Month and honor Michael K. Pearson, President and CEO of PHMC, as he prepares to retire after decades of service advancing public health access and mental health awareness.

Everyone in the room felt the energy learning about PHMC and JJPI's impact, and hearing from Michael about his own mental health journey; we appreciate all our supporters and sponsors who made this celebration possible.

05/08/2026

Staff on the PHMC Prevention Services team and Health Promotion Council of Southeastern Pennsylvania, Inc. team presented at the National Network of Public Health Institutes (NNPHI) Annual Conference! NNPHI supports and highlights the work of the nation’s public health institutes.

This year’s conference, “United for Health: Celebrating 25 Years of Connection and Collaboration,” honored our shared commitment to building a healthier future for all. Congratulations to our colleagues on showcasing your work!

05/05/2026

This Thursday, PHMC and Joseph J Peters Institute (JJPI) are hosting the inaugural Voices of Hope Reception! Thank you so much to our sponsors for your contributions to this event. Voices of Hope will honor National Mental Health Awareness Month and the leadership and legacy of Michael K. Pearson, President and CEO of PHMC, as he prepares to retire.

Interested in attending? Learn more: https://phmc5.wildapricot.org/event-6635696