Knoxville, TN (WOKI) – The Helen Ross McNabb Center is set to mark a major expansion of its Centerpointe facility, increasing access to critical substance use treatment services for the Knoxville community.
A ribbon-cutting ceremony is scheduled for Monday, June 29, 2026, at 3:30 p.m. at the Centerpointe location on Ball Camp Pike. Community leaders, state officials, and healthcare advocates are expected to attend, highlighting the importance of continued investment in recovery services across East Tennessee.
The expansion significantly enhances Centerpointe’s ability to serve individuals seeking help for substance use disorders. The facility now offers medically monitored detoxification, residential treatment, therapy, and ongoing recovery support for both men and women.
Renovations include updated living spaces designed to create a more comfortable and supportive environment for residents. Improvements also feature a new kitchen, expanded common areas, a nurses’ station, additional offices, and dedicated counseling spaces. With the upgrades, Centerpointe can now accommodate up to 72 residents at a time, allowing the McNabb Center to reach more people in need of care.
Officials say the expansion comes at a time when demand for treatment services remains high, as communities across Tennessee continue to address the impacts of substance use and overdose.
Several prominent leaders are expected to attend the event, including Knox County Mayor Glenn Jacobs and Tennessee Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services Commissioner Marie Williams. Representatives from state and local government, along with McNabb Center board members and staff, will also be on hand to celebrate the milestone.
The McNabb Center has long been a key provider of behavioral health and addiction services in the region, and leaders say expanding Centerpointe is part of a broader effort to ensure more individuals can access care when they need it most.
Media outlets are invited to attend the ceremony, with opportunities for interviews with leadership and public officials.
Organizers say the goal of the expansion is simple: provide more comprehensive, accessible treatment options and strengthen the pathway to recovery for people across Knoxville and surrounding communities.
