COMMUNITY ALTERNATIVES PROGRAM | NFI VERMONT
Provides intensive wraparound services based on the distinctive needs, strengths, values and preferences of the child and family. Services include clinical case management; comprehensive multidisciplinary assessment; psychiatric consultation and medication management; individual, group and family therapy; substance abuse services; respite, education, community skills training; family reintegration; parent education; 24-hour crisis response; and other individualized services as needed. Participating children generally have a history of severe emotional and behavioral problems and have had difficulty being successful at home, in school, and in the community. Children referred to the program typically live at home or in therapeutic foster homes. Services are delivered in collaboration with the community mental health center, community members and other service providers.
Last Assured
01/31/2024
Physical Address
12 Fairfield Road, Saint Albans, VT 05478
Hours
Monday-Friday: 8:30am-4:30pm
Voice
Application process
By Telephone
Eligibility
Children and Youth Ages 3-18 who are referred to the program by Vermont Department for Children and Families or Vermont Department of Mental Health
Agency info
NFI VERMONT
NFI Vermont (Northeastern Family Institute Vermont) is a private, non-profit, Specialized Service Agency (SSA) within the Vermont statewide mental health system. With a focus on healing, it is grounded in trauma-informed care. NFI VT serves individuals, youth and their families, coping with the challenges of severe trauma, emotional disturbances and/or intense dysregulation across settings.