/ December 9, 2021

Centralized Mental Health Services for Youth and Young Adults

Centralized Mental Health Services for Youth and Young Adults

Implementation Partner: Department of Youth & Community Development (DYCD)

The Centralized Mental Health Services for Youth and Young Adults Program consists of eight mental health “hubs” located in all five boroughs and situated in DYCD’s Runaway and Homeless Youth drop-in centers. RHY drop-in centers offer a variety of services to youth who run away, are experiencing homelessness, or are otherwise at risk and vulnerable. Each hub is equipped with experienced behavioral health professionals who are certified and trained to administer screenings and facilitate group and individual therapy to youth. The program provides much needed mental health services to youth who deal with traumatic circumstances and uncertainty or may otherwise benefit from behavioral health support, and provides for a continuum of care at a centralized location. RHY drop-in centers and transitional living facilities can refer youth to the hubs for services.