programs that help people in connecticut - Town of Vernon

and teaching materials addressing a variety of sexual topics. For an appointment
at the resource center or for information on professional training
services call PPC state administrative offices at Telephone: (203)
865-5158. For a medical appointment call Toll-free Telephone: 1-800-
230-PLAN (7526) or call the health centers listed below. Website:
ppct.org.
Bridgeport (203) 366-0664*
Norwalk (203) 853-2605*
Danbury (203) 743-2446*
Norwich (860) 889-5211*
Danielson (860) 774-0533*
Old Saybrook (860) 388-4459*
Enfield (860) 741-2197*
Shelton (203) 924-7756*
Hartford (860) 728-0203*
Stamford (203) 327-2722*
Manchester (860) 643-1607*
Torrington (860) 489-5500*
Meriden (203) 238-0542*
Waterbury (203) 753-2119*
New Haven (203) 503-0450*
West Hartford (860) 953-6201*
New London (860) 443-5820*
Willimantic (860) 423-8426*
Mental Health
Wheeler Clinic
Wheeler Clinic is a multi-service behavioral health agency providing
outpatient and intensive mental health services, substance abuse, special
education, crisis intervention and counseling, foster care, early childhood
development, child abuse prevention programs, judicial support
services for adolescents and adults, advocacy, and community education
and prevention programs throughout Central Connecticut. A full continuum
of mental health services for children, adolescents, adults and
families features multi-disciplinary and multicultural staff representing
all major clinical disciplines.
Services include outpatient and intensive outpatient psychiatric services
for all ages; mental health and substance abuse resource library; psychiatric
and substance abuse services for adolescents and adults; special
education for children from age 3 to 21; juvenile justice and court support
services for adolescents and adults; statewide advocacy and education
for the prevention of child abuse; group homes; and specialized
foster placement for children. Psychiatric crisis intervention, information
and referral is delivered through HELPLINE (860) 747-3434 or
(860) 524-1182; Wheeler Clinic Address: 91 Northwest Drive, Plainville,
CT 06062. Toll-free Telephone: 1-888-793-3500. Telephone: (860) 793-
3500. Website: wheelerclinic.org. Mental Health Association of Connecticut.
Mental Health Association of Connecticut
The Mental Health Association of Connecticut offers advocacy, educational
programs and direct services that promote mental health, prevent
mental illness, and improve care and treatment of persons with mental
illness. Services include: programs for children and adults on mental
health issues and co-occurring disorders; referral to private practitioners;
mental health literature; a psychosocial rehabilitation center; supported
employment; housing programs; and support groups. Address:
20-30 Beaver Road, Wethersfield, CT 06109. Toll-free Telephone: 1-
800-842-1501. Telephone: (860) 529-1970, ext.10. E-mail:
webmaster@mhact.org. Website: mhact.org.
National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI-CT)
NAMI-CT is a volunteer organization of families, friends, and individuals
living with serious mental illness. Its purpose is to provide support,
education, and advocacy to: keep individuals informed of services and
resources available to them in or near their communities; develop public
understanding of mental illness; and advocate for better services and
treatment. Address: 30 Jordan Lane - Third Floor, Wethersfield, CT
06109. Toll-free Telephone: 1-800-215-3021. Telephone: (860) 882-
0236. E-mail: namicted@namict.org. Website: namict.org.
Connecticut Department of Mental Health and
Addiction Services (DMHAS)
DMHAS ensures quality services for people with a psychiatric disability
or an addiction disorder, or both, through a coordinated array of services.
DMHAS serves anyone 18 years or older who lives at or below
the poverty level. Services provided include:
Community Psychiatric Support Services are designed to enable adults
with psychiatric disabilities to live in communities. Support is offered
through residential, employment, social rehabilitation, and case management
services to reduce the stress, which can precipitate the symptoms
of mental illnesses.
Inpatient Services include a comprehensive range of care for people
whose illness precludes treatment in a less structured setting. Inpatient
facilities provide high-intensity care, focusing on clinical interventions.
Special Programs have been developed to meet the care/needs of specific
groups. These include people who are homeless and mentally ill;
abusing substances and HIV-positive; deaf and hearing impaired; dually
diagnosed with a mental illness and substance abuse; and clients who
are involved with the courts.
State Operated Facilities offer acute care and rehabilitation services to
Connecticut citizens. Clients receive individual and group counseling,
family therapy, AIDS counseling and referrals, occupational therapy, linkage
to community and social services, and exposure to 12-step groups
such as Alcoholics Anonymous. Priority access is granted to pregnant
women.
Community Treatment Programs are funded and monitored by
DMHAS throughout the state, including services exclusively for pregnant
substance abusing women and their children. Funded treatment programs
offer a variety of residential and outpatient services to male and
female substance abusers. There is also pre- and post-trial education, as
well as criminal justice programs.
Substance abuse prevention organizations throughout the state are
funded by DMHAS. Programs such as The Governor’s Prevention Partnership
and the Connecticut Clearinghouse conduct informational campaigns
and the distribution of educational materials about alcohol, drugs,
and mental health. 2-1-1 Infoline operates the statewide referral service
for individuals experiencing problems with mental illness, alcohol or
drug abuse.
Contact: Office of the Commissioner, Connecticut Department of Mental
Health and Addiction Services (DMHAS). Toll-free Telephone: 1-
800-446-7348. Contact: Connecticut Clearinghouse. Toll-free Telephone:
1-800-232-4424. Individuals seeking referral for treatment services
should call Toll-free Infoline: 2-1-1.
*Spanish speaking staff available.
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