Behavioral & Physical Health Integration Program
Children’s Crisis Treatment Center (CCTC) integrates behavioral health services within two of Delaware Valley Community Health’s (DVCH) pediatric health clinics.
The program offers a continuum of bilingual prevention, treatment, and support services to children and their families at DVCH’s Maria De Los Santos and Norristown Regional Health Center.
Primary Program Goals:
- Promote full integration and collaboration in clinical practice between primary and behavioral healthcare.
- Support the improvement of integrated care models for primary care and behavioral health care, to improve the overall wellness and physical health status of children presenting with behavioral health challenges.
- Promote and offer integrated care services related to screening, diagnosis, prevention, and treatment of mental health challenges, and co-occurring physical health conditions.
Contact: Ismael Alvarez, Division Director of Philadelphia Center-Based Services
Email: Ismael.Alvarez@cctckids.org
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