Westchester County Department
of Community Mental Health
CHILDREN'S MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES
Welcome to the Westchester Community Network web-site. In our site you will find information regarding Westchester County's system-of-care for children who experience emotional, social and
behavioral challenges, and their families. We welcome both professionals and families to visit the site to learn about the community networks and obtain information on community resources and events.
Children's Mental Health Services in Westchester County are among the finest in the nation. Westchester has a strong tradition of offering quality community-based,
hospital and residential services. All of the services share common core values, which include: individualized, family-driven, strength-based, culturally competent, unconditional care.
In 1999 Westchester County Children's Mental Health Services was awarded a six-year 8-million dollar grant by the United States Department of Health and Human Services though the Substance
Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA). The grant was one of 24 awarded nationwide. The grant, known as the Westchester Community Network, supports efforts to
provide quality community-based care for Westchester County children with serious emotional disorders and their families.
Westchester Children's Mental Health Services is designated by the federal government (SAMHSA) as a Team Learning Center. State and county officials from all over the United States are visiting Westchester to observe and learn about the unique principles that guide Westchester's
children's mental health system. We hope you enjoy your experience with the web-site and find the information you need. Sincerely, Myra Alfreds, Director
Children's Mental Health Services
Westchester County Department of Community Mental Health Carol Hardesty, Executive Director
Family Ties
(914) 995-5219
E-Mail: chh2@westchestergov.com
For comments, information or technical assistance regarding the web-site please contact:Michael Orth
Program Director,
Westchester County Department of Community Mental Health
Telephone: (914) 995-5225
Fax: (914) 995-6220
E-Mail: MMO6@westchestergov.com |
