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Understanding Mental Health Services for Medicaid-Eligible Children: A Parent’s Guide

At Garris Group Family Services, we believe every child deserves the opportunity to thrive emotionally, socially, and academically. For families navigating behavioral or emotional challenges, Medicaid offers essential support to access quality mental health care. This guide aims to help parents understand available services and how to access them.

Why Children's Mental Health Matters

Mental health conditions often begin early in life. Studies show that half of all lifetime mental illnesses start by age 14. Children exposed to trauma, such as neglect or family violence, are particularly vulnerable. Early intervention is crucial to prevent long-term consequences and promote healthy development.

Medicaid's Role in Supporting Children's Mental Health

Medicaid and the Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP) provide comprehensive mental health services for children, including:

• Screenings and Assessments
• Outpatient Therapy
• Inpatient Psychiatric Care
• Telehealth Services(First 5 Center for Children's Policy, Yelp)

These programs ensure that eligible children receive necessary care without financial burden.

Garris Group Family Services: Tailored Support for Your Child

Located in Hampton, Virginia, Garris Group Family Services offers specialized programs for Medicaid-eligible children:(Yelp)

Intensive In-Home Services

Our Intensive In-Home program provides up to 26 weeks of personalized counseling per year, with 3 to 10 hours of weekly support. Services include:(Garris Group Family Services)

• Customized Treatment Plans
• Family Support and Education
• 24/7 Crisis Management
• Coordination with Community Resources(Garris Group Family Services)

Our goal is to stabilize the home environment and empower families with effective coping strategies.

Mental Health Skill-Building

We focus on enhancing daily living skills, promoting independence, and fostering community integration for children with mental health challenges.

Crisis Stabilization

Our team provides immediate, short-term interventions during mental health crises, aiming to reduce hospitalizations and ensure safety.

Accessing Services

To determine eligibility and begin services:

1. Contact Us: Reach out to our office at 757-825-2637 or visit garrisgroupfamilyservices.com.(Yelp)
2. Consultation: We'll discuss your child's needs and guide you through the enrollment process.
3. Service Initiation: Once approved, our team will develop a personalized care plan tailored to your family's goals.

Conclusion

Navigating mental health services can be overwhelming, but you don't have to do it alone. Garris Group Family Services is committed to supporting Medicaid-eligible children and their families every step of the way. Together, we can build a brighter future for your child.(EmblemHealth)

For more information or to schedule a consultation, please contact us at 757-825-2637 or visit garrisgroupfamilyservices.com.(Yelp)