David Lawrence Centers

05/25/2026

If you or someone you care about is struggling, learn how DLC’s veteran mental health services can help ❤️
https://davidlawrencecenters.org/veterans-mental-health-services/

05/08/2026

A huge thank you to our incredible sponsors for making the DLC Advocates Sunset Cruise possible! There’s still time to get your tickets for next week’s cruise aboard the Naples Princess. Don’t miss your chance to be part of this inspiring evening, reserve your spot today! https://davidlawrencecenters.org/dlc-event/dlc-advocates-sunset-cruise-2026/

04/28/2026

David Lawrence Centers for Behavioral Health is searching for an experienced fundraising professional. As Leadership Gifts Officer, you’ll advance your career by cultivating and stewarding major donor relationships, driving strategic fundraising initiatives, and working alongside visionary leaders and generous supporters to support mental health in our community. If you have a proven record of securing major gifts, we want to connect with you. This position also offers the unique benefit of living and working in beautiful Southwest Florida, with our vibrant communities and outstanding quality of life. Help us shape the future of behavioral health. https://davidlawrencecenter.e3applicants.com/careers/Leadership-Gifts-Officer-2605

04/22/2026

Set sail with the DLC Advocates for the 2026 Sunset Cruise on the Naples Princess, Wednesday, May 13th! Join us for an unforgettable evening supporting mental and behavioral health in Southwest Florida. Hear inspiring testimonials, enjoy the sunset, and help bring vital support to thousands in Collier County. Click here for tickets: https://davidlawrencecenters.org/dlc-event/dlc-advocates-sunset-cruise-2026/

04/15/2026

“Slowing down is not about doing less. It is about doing what matters most, better. When you create space to pause, you think more clearly, support healthier habits and more sustainable success.”

DLC Wellness Institute’s Wellness Program Supervisor, Jasmine Pagano, was featured in Life In Naples with her article "The Power of Pause." In this article, Jasmine explores our tendency to move faster, do more, and fill every moment with activity, and makes a case for why slowing down leads to greater clarity and more intentional living. She also offers four practical strategies to build meaningful pauses into our daily lives.

Click here to read the full article:

At a young age, many of us were taught the lesson of The Tortoise and the Hare: slow and steady wins the race. Yet as adults, we often live by a very different rule. We push ourselves to move faster, do more and fill every moment with activity. Productivity becomes a measure of worth, and […]

04/14/2026

For general DLC information, call 239-455-8500. If you are experiencing a behavioral health crisis, call 239-352-4357 or dial 988 for the Florida LifeLine.

04/10/2026

Season in Southwest Florida have you running on fumes? We are excited to support our longtime Community Partner, Purpose Journey, and their 4th Annual End-of-Season Retreat! Lisa Gruenloh has once again curated an amazing day of replenishment, connection, and fun for SWFL professionals after our most hectic time of year. Click here to learn more: https://purposejournal.com/end-of-season-retreat-2026/

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04/06/2026

David Lawrence Centers for Behavioral Health held its annual Sound Minds signature event on Thursday, March 19, bringing together residents, advocates and community leaders from across Collier County and Southwest Florida to support mental health and substance use services. As Southwest Florida cont...

04/05/2026

Happy Easter from DLC!