Brother’s Keeper, Inc

Support When It Matters Most

Brothers' Keeper provides community-based mental health and crisis services for children, adults, and families across the Greater Richmond region. Whether someone is in an immediate crisis or building toward long-term stability, our team meets people where they are, in homes, schools, and community settings, with care that is professional, grounded, and respectful.
To create a supportive environment where youth and adults
can grow, build life skills, and become productive members of their home, school, and community.
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Immediate Crisis Support

If you or someone you care about is in immediate danger or emotional distress, call or text 988 to connect with the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline. 
Support is available 24/7.
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Community-Based Crisis Care

Brothers' Keeper provides local, community-based crisis services beyond the initial call. Our team offers mobile response, short-term stabilization, and ongoing support when in-person care or next-step services are needed.
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A Community-Based Approach to Care

Brothers' Keeper supports individuals and families through community-based mental health, crisis, and support services. We believe care works best when it is grounded in trust, respect, and real connection.

Our team meets people where they are, works alongside families and communities, and helps guide next steps with clarity and care.
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Our Areas of Care

We offer a range of mental health, crisis, and community-based services for children, adults, and families. Our approach is grounded in professional care, clear guidance, and ongoing support.

Crisis Services

Crisis services provide immediate, short-term support for individuals experiencing a mental health crisis. Services include mobile crisis response, community stabilization, 23-hour crisis stabilization, and residential crisis care, with a focus on safety, assessment, and connecting people to the next appropriate level of support.

Substance Use & Recovery

We offer substance use and recovery services designed to support individuals at different stages of their recovery journey. Programs include peer recovery support and structured substance use services that focus on stability, accountability, and long-term success within the community.

Youth & Family Services

Youth and family services support children, adolescents, and caregivers through school-based programs, in-home services, and family-centered care. These services are designed to support emotional regulation, school success, social skills, and healthy family dynamics.

Community-Based Support

Community-based services focus on building independence, life skills, and connection within the community. Support is provided through mental health skill-building, case management, and community engagement programs that help adults navigate daily life and maintain stability.

Coming Soon: Outpatient Therapy and Medication Management

Brothers' Keeper is expanding to offer outpatient therapy and medication management for children, adolescents, and adults. These services will complement our community-based programs and give clients access to ongoing therapeutic care across every stage of treatment.
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who we serve

Support for Individuals and Families

We support individuals and families across a wide range of needs, including:
Children and adolescents
Adults
Families and caregivers
Adults and youth living with
mental health conditions
Individuals navigating substance
use or recovery
Hospitals, schools, and
community referral partners
Serving Our Community

Serving Our Community

Brothers' Keeper serves the Greater Richmond region, including the city of Richmond, Henrico, Chesterfield, and surrounding areas. Our team works in homes, schools, hospitals, and community settings, with a residential crisis location in Richmond and school-based services in Chesterfield County.

Wherever support is needed, we work to make it accessible.
Serving Our Community

Serving Our Community

Here are answers to some common questions to help you better understand our services and how to get started.
How do I get started with services?
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How do I know whether to contact Brothers’ Keeper or call 988?
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You Don’t Have to Navigate This Alone

If you are unsure where to begin or what support is right for you or your family, reaching out is the first step. Our team is here to listen, answer your questions, and help guide what comes next.
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