Search Results: MCH Organizations

Annotation: The Center for Faith-Based and Community Initiatives works within the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services to create an environment that welcomes the participation of faith-based and community-based organizations as partners in assisting Americans in need. The center provides technical assistance, collaborates with religious and neighborhood organizations, and provides training for center staff so that they can better understand how to reach out and partner with these organizations. In addition, the center offers toolkits, fact sheets, and other resources covering a variety of topics to enhance the work of faith-based and community organizations.

Keywords: Community based agencies, Community programs, Faith, Outreach, Religious organizations, Technical assistance, Training

Annotation: Santa Barbara County's Alcohol, Drug, and Mental Health Services (ADMHS) provides early intervention and treatment services to approximately 14,000 clients and substance abuse prevention services to about 5,000 residents per year. The Department’s goal is to move clients toward independence and integration into the community. Toward this end, ADMHS practices a system of care which promotes partnering with Community-Based Organizations (CBOs) and community resources for the prevention, treatment and recovery from addiction and mental illness.

Keywords: Alcohol abuse, California, Community based services, County agencies, Mental health services, Substance abuse

Annotation: St. John's Community Services provides a variety of community-based services for children, youth, adults and seniors with developmental and other disabilities in Washington, DC, Virginia, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and Tennessee..

Keywords: Childrenwith developmental disabilities, Children with special health care needs, Community agencies, Community based services, Community programs