Eagle Valley Behavioral Health

One in four people will face a mental health or substance use challenge in their lifetime—a reality felt acutely in mountain communities like ours. Vail Health’s Eagle Valley Behavioral Health, now known as Vail Health Behavioral Health, continues to respond with groundbreaking initiatives that remove barriers and elevate care.

RESEARCH WITH A PURPOSE 

The Behavioral Health Innovation Center (VHBHIC), launched through a transformative gift from Mike and Mary Sue Shannon, is a collaboration with the University of Wisconsin-Madison. Led by Dr. Charles Raison, VHBHIC is pioneering studies that explore novel treatments for depression and anxiety, including the CHILL’D Study (Cold and Heat Investigation to Lower Levels of Depression) and the OPTIMIZE Study, which examines psilocybin therapy combined with vagus nerve stimulation. 

NAVIGATING THE PATH TO HEALING 

Since 2021, our Case Management services have helped individuals and families navigate the complex behavioral health system. Case managers connect clients to critical resources such as food assistance to Medicaid enrollment, empowering them to overcome challenges and engage in ongoing care. One client shared, “I have found a kindness toward myself that I haven’t had in a decade.”  

A BEACON OF HOPE  

Opening in May 2025, the Precourt Healing Center is the sole inpatient psychiatric facility between Denver and Salt Lake City. Located within the Edwards Community Health Campus, this 28-bed center provides short-term stabilization and therapeutic services designed to promote healing. It features nature-inspired interiors, bilingual care, and advanced safety technologies. 

Together, these initiatives exemplify Vail Health’s commitment to whole-person care and community transformation. Through philanthropy and innovation, we are building a future where behavioral health care is accessible, compassionate, and life-changing. 

Your donation, no matter the amount, will make a difference!