Instilling Hope & Creating Change

Jeffrey Schaefer, brother of founder Lauren Bittner, was a vibrant young chef, witty personality and beloved son, brother, nephew, uncle, spouse and friend. Jeffrey spent years struggling with addiction and depression and in 2021 lost his battle. The Jeffrey Schaefer scholarship provides access to free mental health care for those in need.

If you or a loved one are struggling please know that help is available and hope is real. Call 988 to access a 24 hour crisis mental health hotline.

To apply for the 2025 scholarship please email laurenbittner@nourishtherapyandwellness.org

The Jeffrey Schaefer scholarship awards free, volunteered mental health services for one full year to a motivated client struggling with access to mental health care.