HEALTH CARE AND REHABILITATION SERVICES OF SOUTHEASTERN VERMONT I

Adult Mental Health Services offers integrated treatment programs designed to address the challenges faced by people with mental health issues and/or substance use issues in order to help them live more fulfilling lives.

Initial screening services are primarily accessed through the Walk-in Clinic program, although HCRS does offer some community-based screenings when appropriate. Once a screening has been completed, and if it is determined that you have a need for ongoing mental health or substance abuse treatment, you will be scheduled for a clinical assessment. The assessment is an opportunity for you to meet with a trained clinician who will complete a comprehensive evaluation that looks at the scope of your needs and strengths as they pertain to mental health, substance use, physical health, social, vocational, legal, safety issues, and “environmental needs” such as housing, transportation, budgeting, etc. The results of this evaluation are discussed among the clinical treatment team at which time treatment recommendations are made; these recommendations may include services both within and outside of HCRS.

HCRS’ Adult Outpatient Program offers a range of therapeutic services that may be office-based, community-based, or in home to address various mental health and substance use concerns. This includes: individual, group, family, and couples therapy, brief case management, and community supports.

The Children’s Division provides a comprehensive system of care for youth experiencing emotional, behavioral, or substance use difficulties in their life, as well as education and support for family members. We offer over 12 programs for youth ages 0 to 18 (or up to age 21 if still in school) and their families through a continuum of services including psychiatry, mental health counseling, substance abuse counseling, family counseling, case management, respite and case aid services, school-based services, behavioral consultation services, summer therapeutic programs, crisis response and emergency respite services, CUPS – a mental health program for young children up to six years old, and JOBS – an employment assistance program for youth in transition who have significant emotional disturbances.

In addition to providing comprehensive services for youth and families in our three outpatient locations, we work in collaboration with early childhood services, and we provide school-based clinicians, interventionists, and/or student assistance counselors to 28 public and alternative schools. Services are provided in the home, in the community, and in the schools.

HCRS offers a comprehensive continuum of services for individuals who are experiencing difficulties in their lives resulting from their use of substances or addictive behaviors. The Substance Abuse Program offers education, assessment, outpatient, intensive outpatient treatment, and referral services for adults, youth, and families. The goals of this program are to help individuals make healthy choices that support reduced risk, improved health, and recovery from alcohol and substances when indicated to promote wellness.