Program
Children served by the child welfare system are more likely to need developmental, mental health, medical, and educational services than many other children. Their families also often require services from multiple programs. With funding from the federal Administration for Children and Families, the National Technical Assistance Center for Children's Mental Health has had the opportunity to address child welfare issues, to link with other organizations, to strengthen mental health services for children and families, and to promote stronger partnerships with families in the child welfare system. By sharing knowledge, collaborating across systems, and partnering with families, the National Technial Assistance Center's Child Welfare Initiative strives to increase the capacity of states and communities to offer effective mental health services for children and families served by the child welfare system.
All Ages
School Age (6-12)
English
Within the National Technical Assistance Center for Children's Mental Health, the Child Welfare Initiative: Consults with and learns from local, state and national leaders in mental health and child welfare systems, including family members; Tracks important issues and concerns of both systems; Creates opportunities for child welfare and mental health systems to discuss these important issues; Studies collaborative approaches that work and shares this information; and Ensures that child welfare issues are addressed in all of the TA Center activities.
Jan McCarthy
PO Box 571485
Washington, DC, DC 20057
Phone: 202-687-5000
Fax: (202) 687-1954
jrm33@georgetown.edu
http://gucchd.georgetown.edu/programs/child_welfare_initiative/index.html
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