Company Research Report: Merakey

Company Overview

Name: Merakey

Mission: Empowering communities with innovative care and education solutions; putting our heart and soul into exceptional care. The purpose includes supporting individuals with all kinds of needs, from addiction to intellectual and physical disabilities, to homeless veterans and children in need of homes.

Founded: October 1969

Founders: The organization's foundation was based on a proposal after the passing of the Community Mental Health Act of 1963. The specific founders' names are not provided.

Headquarters: Merakey was initially founded in Philadelphia at 27 E. Mt Airy Avenue.

Number of Employees: More than 8,000

Revenue: No information available

What is the company known for: Merakey is known for being a leading developmental, behavioral health, and education non-profit provider, offering a comprehensive range of services to individuals and communities across the United States.

Key People

Key People: No specific individuals are named within the provided data.

Products and Services

Products/Services Offered:

Addiction Recovery Services: Support on recovery journeys with counseling, life skills development, and relapse prevention.

Adult Behavioral Health Services: Assistance for mental health or addiction challenges with therapeutic programs and support.

Autism Services: Therapeutic and educational services for children, adolescents, and adults with autism.

Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities Services: Personalized support for individuals to become self-sufficient and community-valued.

Veterans Assistance Services: Support and treatment for veterans, including help with addiction and mental health disorders.

Children & Family Services: Help for families to manage behavioral health needs in a supportive environment.

Foster Care Services: Providing safe homes and potential for children.

Aging Services: Comprehensive care for aging individuals to help them remain in homes and communities.

Pharmacy Services: Through Life Tree Pharmacy, support for medication needs including behavioral health and intellectual disabilities.

Key Features:

For each service, Merakey emphasizes personalized care, community integration, and a holistic approach to individual and family wellbeing.

Recent Developments

Recent News/Events:

December 2024: Merakey Foundation Foster Care Toy Drive aimed at making holidays special for children in foster care.

December 2024: 'Support Center for Hope this Holiday Season' initiative supporting youth centers by selling various products.

December 2024: Activities in IDD services, including festive events and community engagement initiatives.

New Products/Services:

No specific new products were detailed.

New Features:

No specific features mentioned.

Partnerships:

Collaboration with groups for charity initiatives, including partnerships with Pacifico Marple Ford for providing warmth to children in winter.

Upcoming Events

4th Annual Dual Diagnosis Virtual Conference: Scheduled for February 26, 2025. This conference will be held virtually via Zoom.

Conclusion

The data provided showcases Merakey as a highly committed and expansive non-profit organization focusing on a diverse range of social services. They emphasize community-based solutions, personalized care, and a holistic approach to behavioral and developmental health challenges, benefiting thousands of individuals and families each year.

(Note: Only details provided in the existing data have been mentioned. Fields with no information have been left out as instructed.)