Rising Well

Rising Well Formerly known as Front Steps Housing & Services, our organization has served Cleveland’s most vulnerable neighbors for nearly 40 years.

Rising Well (formerly Front Steps Housing & Services) is a nonprofit dedicated to empowering individuals and families through integrated mental health, substance use, and supportive services—helping people build stable, fulfilling lives. Rising Well is a nonprofit, 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to empowering individuals and families through integrated care that addresses mental health, substanc

e use, and social challenges—helping people build stable, fulfilling lives. We provide permanent supportive housing alongside comprehensive, person-centered services designed to promote stability, wellness, and long-term independence. Our work includes behavioral health services, case management, and supportive programs that address the root causes of housing instability and poverty. Our story began in 1986, when four Catholic sisters from the Congregation of St. Joseph opened the doors of what was then called Transitional Housing Incorporated (THI). Responding to a shortage of safe, affordable housing for low-income women, they transformed a former motel on Cleveland’s near West Side into a place of dignity, care, and hope. As community needs evolved, so did we. In 2013, the organization shifted from temporary housing to permanent supportive housing, and in 2014 became Front Steps Housing & Services. Today, as Rising Well, we are expanding our focus on behavioral and mental health services—working to prevent crisis, strengthen stability, and meet people where they are. Rising Well continues to reduce reliance on emergency systems, support recovery and wellness, and create lasting pathways toward independence for individuals and families across Cuyahoga County.

💜 Asking the question can help.Talking about su***de can feel uncomfortable, but avoiding the conversation doesn’t make ...
09/12/2026

💜 Asking the question can help.

Talking about su***de can feel uncomfortable, but avoiding the conversation doesn’t make the concern go away.

If you’re worried about someone, don’t be afraid to check in. Ask how they’re really doing. Listen without judgment. Take what they tell you seriously. Encourage them to connect with professional support.

You don’t need to have all the answers. Sometimes simply making space for an honest conversation can be an important first step.

💚 Rising Well provides behavioral health and substance use treatment, case management, and supportive services to help individuals move toward greater stability and wellness.

Contact Rising Well to learn how we can help.
📞 216-781-2250
🌐 risingwell.org

For immediate crisis support, call or text 988.

Ask. Listen. Connect. It can make a difference.

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🎉 FEATURE FRIDAY: Welcome to Rising Well, Diane! 💜This week’s is all about welcoming one of the newest members of the ...
09/11/2026

🎉 FEATURE FRIDAY: Welcome to Rising Well, Diane! 💜

This week’s is all about welcoming one of the newest members of the Rising Well team — Diane Troyer, LPC, LPAT/ATR-BC, Dual Integrated Therapist! 👋💜

Diane joins Rising Well with a master’s degree in counseling and art therapy from Ursuline College and experience working with people across the lifespan and with a wide range of needs, including mental health and substance use challenges.

As a Dual Integrated Therapist, Diane will work with clients individually and in groups, both at Rising Well and in the community, helping people process difficult emotions, strengthen coping skills and build self-esteem.

Her approach incorporates evidence-based and creative techniques including CBT, DBT, mindfulness, movement and art-making, allowing her to meet clients in ways that recognize their individual needs, strengths and experiences.

💬 What is Diane looking forward to most?
Connecting with Rising Well clients, engaging them in services and helping them develop skills that can enrich their lives.

🧼 And a fun fact about Diane: When she isn't working with clients, she enjoys making her own soap as a fun and relaxing activity!

We're excited to have Diane bringing her experience, creativity and commitment to care to the Rising Well team. 💚💜

Welcome to Rising Well, Diane!

🌐 RisingWell.org

💜 You don’t have to wait for a crisis to take care of your mental health.Just as we take steps to care for our physical ...
09/11/2026

💜 You don’t have to wait for a crisis to take care of your mental health.

Just as we take steps to care for our physical health, caring for our mental health can include recognizing when something feels different, talking about what we’re experiencing, building healthy coping strategies, and seeking professional support.

Getting help earlier can provide the tools and support needed to manage challenges before they become a crisis.

💚 At Rising Well, behavioral health care is about supporting the whole person—not just responding when things become overwhelming.

📞 216-781-2250

🌐 risingwell.org

For immediate crisis support, call or text 988.

Taking care of your mental health is part of taking care of you.

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🤝 Thankful Thursday 🤝Celebrating the partners who invest in stronger communities across Northeast Ohio. 💜Today, we're ho...
09/10/2026

🤝 Thankful Thursday 🤝

Celebrating the partners who invest in stronger communities across Northeast Ohio. 💜

Today, we're honored to recognize the O'Neill Brothers Foundation as our Community Partner Spotlight. 🌟

The O'Neill Brothers Foundation is dedicated to supporting nonprofit organizations throughout Northeast Ohio, with a special focus on human services, education, Catholic organizations, cultural initiatives, and conservation efforts. Through thoughtful grantmaking, the Foundation helps organizations deliver meaningful programs that strengthen our communities and improve lives.

We are incredibly grateful for the Foundation's support of Rising Well and for its investment in our mission to empower individuals and families through integrated behavioral health services, supportive housing, and recovery support. Partnerships like this help us continue providing compassionate care and creating opportunities for those working toward healthier, more stable futures. 💚🏡

As Rising Well celebrates 40 years of hope, healing, housing, and recovery, we're thankful for community partners who believe in the power of local organizations to create lasting impact throughout Greater Cleveland. ✨

Thank you, O'Neill Brothers Foundation, for your generosity and your commitment to strengthening Northeast Ohio. Together, we're helping Cleveland rise, heal, and live well. 💜🌱

🌎💜 WORLD SU***DE PREVENTION DAYToday, September 10, communities around the world recognize World Su***de Prevention Day ...
09/10/2026

🌎💜 WORLD SU***DE PREVENTION DAY

Today, September 10, communities around the world recognize World Su***de Prevention Day — a day dedicated to raising awareness, reducing stigma and strengthening su***de prevention.

The 2024–2026 theme is:

“Changing the Narrative on Su***de”
Call to action: “Start the Conversation.”

Changing the narrative means moving away from silence, stigma and harmful misconceptions — and toward openness, understanding and compassionate conversations.

Talking about su***de matters. Creating spaces where people feel heard matters. Knowing how to recognize when someone may need support matters.

And prevention isn't the responsibility of one person, organization or health care system. We all have a role in building communities where people feel connected, valued and able to ask for help. WHO and SAMHSA both emphasize connection, open conversation and access to support as important parts of su***de prevention.

💚 At Rising Well, we believe behavioral health care should meet people with dignity, compassion and support — before, during and after a crisis.

Start the conversation. Listen without judgment. Help make it safer to reach out.

If you or someone you know needs immediate emotional or crisis support:

📞 Call or text 988
💬 Chat at 988Lifeline.org

🔎 Learn more about World Su***de Prevention Day and the 2026 campaign:
World Health Organization — World Su***de Prevention Day 2026

📞 Rising Well: 216-781-2250
🌐 RisingWell.org

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🌿 WELLNESS WEDNESDAY: Care That Meets You Where You AreGetting support shouldn’t depend on whether you have reliable tra...
09/09/2026

🌿 WELLNESS WEDNESDAY: Care That Meets You Where You Are

Getting support shouldn’t depend on whether you have reliable transportation, can easily leave your home, or can make it across town for an appointment.

At Rising Well, we believe access to care is part of wellness.

Through telehealth and community-based services, we work to reduce some of the barriers that can make it difficult for people to connect with behavioral health care and other needed support.

💻 Telehealth can make it easier to connect with care from a location that works for you.

🏡 Community-based care allows our team to meet people where they are when appropriate, helping individuals stay connected to services outside of a traditional office setting.

🤝 And because life's challenges rarely fit neatly into one category, our team can help connect individuals with behavioral health services, substance use treatment, case management, recovery support and other resources based on their needs.

Care shouldn't feel out of reach. Sometimes bringing care closer can make all the difference. 💜

Know someone who may be having difficulty accessing support—or looking for support yourself?

Learn more and connect with our team at RisingWell.org.

💜 988 DAY: YOUR REASON IS REASON ENOUGHToday, September 8, is 988 Day — a national day of action dedicated to raising aw...
09/08/2026

💜 988 DAY: YOUR REASON IS REASON ENOUGH

Today, September 8, is 988 Day — a national day of action dedicated to raising awareness about the 988 Su***de & Crisis Lifeline.

This year's theme carries an important message:

“988 Reasons: Your reason is reason enough.”

You don't have to wait until things feel unbearable to reach out.

Anxiety. Loneliness. Emotional distress. Thoughts of su***de. A mental health or substance use crisis. Concern about someone you love. Whatever you're facing, your reason for seeking support is reason enough.

The 988 Su***de & Crisis Lifeline provides judgment-free support from trained crisis counselors 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. You can also contact 988 if you're worried about someone else.

📞 Call or text 988
💬 Chat at 988Lifeline.org

At Rising Well, we believe asking for support is part of caring for your mental health — and no one should have to navigate difficult moments alone.

💚 Your reason matters. You matter.

Learn more about 988 Day and find official resources:
988 Day — 988 Su***de & Crisis Lifeline

📞 Rising Well: 216-781-2250
🌐 RisingWell.org

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💜 MENTAL HEALTH MONDAY: Recovery Looks Different for EveryoneRecovery doesn’t follow one path.For some, it begins with a...
09/07/2026

💜 MENTAL HEALTH MONDAY: Recovery Looks Different for Everyone

Recovery doesn’t follow one path.

For some, it begins with asking for help. For others, it may mean returning to treatment, rebuilding relationships, learning new ways to cope, finding stability, or simply making the decision to try again.

And there is real reason for hope.

Nearly 3 out of 4 adults who have experienced a problem with drugs or alcohol say they are in recovery or recovered. Yet many people who need treatment still don't receive it.

That’s why accessible, compassionate care matters.

At Rising Well, we understand that recovery is personal, and there is no single path forward. Our Substance Use Disorder services provide individualized treatment and support that meet people where they are and help them move toward greater health, stability, and independence.

Recovery can include counseling, behavioral health care, case management, recovery support, and connections to resources. The right path looks different for everyone.

💜 What matters is knowing that recovery is possible, and you don't have to navigate it alone..

Know someone who could use support? Or maybe you're ready to take that next step yourself?

Visit RisingWell.org to learn more and get connected.

💜 Happy Labor Day from Rising Well!Today, we recognize the dedication, compassion, and hard work of people throughout ou...
09/07/2026

💜 Happy Labor Day from Rising Well!

Today, we recognize the dedication, compassion, and hard work of people throughout our community—and especially the incredible team at Rising Well.

Every day, our staff shows up to support individuals and families, strengthen our community, and help people move toward greater health, stability, and well-being. That work takes heart, commitment, and a belief that every person deserves the opportunity to thrive.

This Labor Day, we celebrate the people behind the work and all those whose contributions help make our communities stronger.

💜💚🧡 From all of us at Rising Well, we wish you a safe, restful, and happy Labor Day!

RISE. HEAL. LIVE WELL.

☀️💜 Self-Care Sunday 💜☀️📱 Give Your Mind a Scroll BreakOur minds aren't meant to absorb constant information all day lon...
09/06/2026

☀️💜 Self-Care Sunday 💜☀️
📱 Give Your Mind a Scroll Break

Our minds aren't meant to absorb constant information all day long.

Today's self-care challenge:

📵 Put your phone down for 30 minutes.
📖 Read something that inspires you.
🎵 Listen to your favorite music.
🌿 Look out the window.
☕ Enjoy a quiet moment without notifications.

Sometimes peace begins when the noise ends.

💬 What's one thing you enjoy doing offline?

📞 Behavioral Health & Information Line: 216-372-7075

📞 Main Office: 216-781-2250

🌐 www.risingwell.org

📍 2554 West 25th Street
Cleveland, OH 44113

Together, we're creating opportunities for everyone to rise, heal, and live well. 💜🧡💚

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2554 West 25th Street
Cleveland, OH
44113

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Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

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