Community Based Programs

Adult Case Management

The goal of Adult Case Management Services is to reduce hospitalization and excessive hospital visits for mental health concerns, while introducing clients to community services and crisis management programs. Case Managers work with clients in developing and utilizing support networks which will assist them in achieving, and maintaining, their functional goals.

Youth Case Management

The goal of Youth Case Management Services is to reduce out-of-home placement through effective interagency working and coordination of care.

Prevention Program

The mission of the Prevention Program is to prevent out of home placement for youth, and reduce the risk of child abuse and neglect. We provide services while assisting families to achieve their health and safety needs, family service needs, and youth service needs.

Aftercare Program

The Aftercare Program is designed for children, aged 10-17 years, who have been successfully discharged from placement, not limited to the Children's Home of Jefferson County. The goal of the Aftercare Program is to provide services which support a smooth transition for the child and his/her family from residential care to their home and community.

Resource Parent Program

The goal of the Resource Parent Program is to provide temporary or long term care for a child when, for a variety of reasons the child is not able to live in his/her own home. A child, participating in the Resource Parent Program, is able to live within the nurturing environment of a family home, attend public school and be an active member of their community, while receiving supportive care, counseling and supervision.