THE WORTH CENTER

We provide a caring, resourceful, and innovative learning environment that encourages successful and involved community members.

CHANGING
OLD BEHAVIORS

The WORTH Center is a Community Based Correctional Facility that is utilized as an alternative to the penal system for the counties of Allen, Auglaize, Hancock, Hardin, Mercer, Putnam, Shelby, Paulding and Van Wert.  Our philosophy is to provide residents the opportunity to change old behaviors and create new prosocial behaviors. The WORTH Center houses a total of 106 residents which include 72 males and 34 females. 

WORTH CENTER WINS PRESTIGIOUS 2024 CLIFF SKEEN AWARD

The WORTH Center is honored to receive the 2024 Clifford Skeen Award, celebrating our team's dedication to transforming lives through innovative and compassionate care. This incredible honor, given by the Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction (ODRC), recognizes unwavering commitment to community corrections.This is a momentous achievement for the WORTH Center—it has been thirty years since we last received this award. Thank you ODRC!

A NEW Path to Optimal Health

​The WORTH CENTER is accredited nationally and by the State of Ohio, including: A.C.A. (American Correctional Association), B.C.S. (Bureau of Community Sanctions), and PREA (Prison Rape Elimination Act). WORTH offers a wide range of treatment options ranging from cognitive behavioral therapy, mental health counseling, and community support.

Elevate Your Purpose: Find Meaning
​in Employment AND Volunteering

Discover how you can make a profound difference in the lives of others through rewarding employment and volunteer opportunities. Elevate your sense of purpose and contribute to meaningful causes that align with your passions.

BRENT BURK

​Executive DIRECTOR

Brent Burk serves as the Executive Director of the WORTH Center. Mr. Burk has extensive experience in the criminal justice and rehabilitation field over the past 28 years. Under his leadership, the WORTH Center has successfully attained 100% compliance in the American Corrections Association accreditation audits over the past 12 years, developed and implemented standards established by the Prison Rape Elimination Act, and utilized technology to modernize the operations of the facility and enhance the quality of life for residents. Mr. Burk received his Bachelor of Arts Degree in Sociology from Wright State University. 

LORRIE WILSON

DEPUTY DIRECTOR

Lorrie Wilson serves as Deputy Director of the WORTH Center. Ms. Wilson oversees the Security and Treatment Departments, as well as both Education and Aftercare staff. Ms. Wilson joined the WORTH Center in 2001 as a Case Manager and in 2013 she was promoted to Director of Residential Services. In 2014 she was promoted to Deputy Director. Ms. Wilson has worked closely with the Bureau of Community Sanctions ensuring that the treatment at the facility is offered with fidelity. Ms. Wilson has a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Psychology from The Ohio State University.

WE'RE HERE TO HELP

Please don't hesitate to share how we can assist you.

​243 E. Bluelick Rd. P.O. BOX 5305
Lima, Ohio 45801

​Phone: (419) 222-3339
​Fax: (419) 222-4410