Group Homes

Group Homes

Many adolescents who have been institutionalized need a transitional home. This program provides therapeutic home environments to help them develop life skills.

The children we serve:

  • Adolescent males and females between the ages of 13 – 18
  • Children who have experienced severe trauma in their past
  • Adolescents coming from restrictive residential environments (some formerly placed out of state), but who have been identified as potential candidates to thrive in a smaller therapeutic setting
  • Teens who will eventually return to their family of origin and/or who may require other supportive environments beyond their stay at the Group Home

How the program works:

  • The Department of Children and Families makes referrals to the Group Home located within the community.
  • Staff work to increase their ability to manage day to day challenges, guide them through the healing process, and help them develop the necessary skills to thrive in the community.
  • Group Home residents are involved in the day to day tasks of running the home and play an integral role in planning activities.
  • A child’s family is a welcomed resource. When reunification is a goal, families are expected to be involved in the treatment process.
  • Psychiatric evaluation, treatment and medication management is offered by our trained and certified staff. The group home clinician provides individual, group and family treatment.

 

For more information:

Contact Erin Joudrey, MSW, Director of Community Based Care @ 860 716-0289