Behavioral Health for Aging Populations

OVERVIEW

Through this program, behavioral health clinicians provide in-depth assessments and develop care plans that may include individualized counseling, care coordination to community resources, and referrals. This behavioral health program comes right to the consumer and works with the older adults for six to nine months, or as needed. Clinicians can meet the older adult in their home, or at a location that is comfortable for the consumer, such as a local park.

ELIGIBILITY

  • Individuals 60+
  • NOT currently receiving Behavioral/Mental Health Services
  • Lives in the ASCNM region

Additional Resources

Additionally, the following supports are available to Massachusetts residents of all ages:

Community Behavioral Health Centers (CBHCs)

There are 31 CBHCs across Massachusetts that offer a wide range of mental health and substance use treatment programs. 24/7 in-person crisis support is immediate, confidential, and available for all MassHealth members and MA residents, regardless of insurance status.

988

The 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline offers 24/7 call, text and chat access to trained crisis counselors who can help with a suicidal, substance use, and/or mental health crisis, as well as any other kind of emotional distress. The service is also available for anyone worried about a friend or family member who may need crisis support.

Behavioral Health Help Line (BHHL)

BHHL connects individuals and families across Massachusetts to a full range of treatment services for mental health and substance use including outpatient, urgent, and immediate crisis care.

2-1-1

Mass 2-1-1 was created and is staffed by the United Way. This 24/7 service was created as a resource to connect callers to information about critical health and human services programs.

CONTACT

Fill out the form below to start the conversation about Behavioral Health Outreach for Aging Populations with ASNCM.

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