Family and Children’s Services has launched a community awareness campaign focused on treating anxiety and depression among high school and college students in an effort to prevent suicide. The campaign – “It’s OK to Ask for Help” – has two major goals: to provide immediate help for young people who may be suffering from anxiety,…
Hospitalization is often the first step for patients experiencing a significant mental health crisis, but aftercare is just as important for recovery, according to John Gavino, Associate Chief Program Officer. A new Transitional Care Bridge Program at Family and Children’s Services will help adults and children transition from inpatient to outpatient care with funding received…
On July 15, Family & Children’s Services Women in Recovery (WIR) held a hybrid graduation for Class 33.. Twenty-one graduates, who collectively struggled in their addiction for 236 years prior to WIR, proudly told their stories reflecting their path to recovery, WIR’s staff dedication, the support of the courts, volunteers and partners. Because of their…
