TARRYTOWN — Greater Mental Health of New York has launched the first Youth Assertive Community Treatment (Youth ACT) team in Rockland County, building on the success of its program in Westchester County.
The program will provide services to children and youth ages 10 to 21 who are at risk of entering or returning from high-intensity care settings, such as inpatient or residential programs.
“We are proud to strengthen our menu of services in Rockland County and build upon our commitment to children and youth,” said Chief Executive Officer Stacey Roberts, LCSW. “As we approach the 80th anniversary of Greater Mental Health, we continue to expand the services we offer for school-aged children, one of our original populations for which we were founded to serve in 1946. Decades later, we remain just as dedicated to serving young people in our community, helping them build resilience so they can live fulfilling lives.”
The Youth ACT model is designed to help young people remain in their homes, schools, and communities while receiving the support they need. Greater Mental Health’s Westchester Youth ACT team has engaged more than 50 youth since its launch in 2022, fostering the resilience of participants while supporting families through mental health challenges.
For more information about the Rockland Youth ACT team or any services at Greater Mental Health, please connect with a team member in Rockland by calling 845-267-2172, ext. 296, or in Westchester by calling 914-345-0700, ext. 7303.