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Support Services
Te Whakaruruhau - CBCT Child & Youth Residential Aim The service aims to maximise the strengths of young people and their families affected by mental illness and promote wellbeing in all aspects of their lives. Referrals All referrals to the service are through the Clinical Specialist Group at Youth Specialty Services. Referrals will be considered against criteria for entry and availability of beds. Maximum stay in this program is usually three months.Goal focused Young people coming into the service will have a plan which identifies clear goals and tasks which are recovery focused working towards wellbeing. This plan will be developed in conjunction with the Senior Therapist, Occupational Therapists (Case Managers) and the Clinical Specialist Group. Family It is expected family will be an integral part of the young person's plan and will support and encourage their young person to work towards achieving their goals. The program Is offered from two 3-4 bed homelike settings. It is anticipated that where possible young people will continue to participte in their existing community school, recreational and educational activities and supports. Staff will work closely with existing mental health specialist support workers. The homes are staffed twenty four hours per day over seven days. Costs The majority of board costs are covered by us for the period of time the young person is in the service. This will be discussed during the service entry process. Child & Youth Community Support CBCT provides a range of services to children and young people affected by mental illness, intellectual disability or head injury. This service is designed for young people aged between 5 and 18 and is usually delivered to individuals living in their own homes. The hours normally range from 2-5 per week and are mostly worked after 3.00pm. Additional hours and times can be negotiated as appropriate. Each young person has a member of the Child and Youth Team assigned as a Community Support Person. Community Support Workers:
The Child and Youth Team can also arrange a Peer Support Person who can give extra support alongside the Community Support Worker and can listen to and advise on any concerns or issues the young person may have with the service. Holiday Programme The program is for young people aged between 5 and 16 years, and is run through the School Holidays. The program provides a wide range of activities based around art, games, cooking and daily living skills. The goals of the program are to:
This is an Oscar approved programme. Te Whanau Whaka-Maui Te Whanau Whaka-Maui meet weekly on a Thursday morning to embrace Whanaungatanga, Te Reo, Waiata a ringa, and work together to grow an understanding of tikanga Maori. This Service is open to all CBCT service users. |