Elmont, NY 11003

The West Nassau Residence is a 24-hour supervised community residence that serves men and women who suffer from mental illness. The residential program assists its customers in learning the skills necessary to move on to a more independent living environment.

Capacity

8 beds

Age Group

Co-ed, ages 18 - 45

Referral Sources

Individuals must be residents of Nassau County. Placement is voluntary.

Type of Adult Serviced

• Psychiatrically disabled adults who are in need of a structured and supportive setting in the community.
• Individuals may have a secondary substance abuse diagnoses.

Type of Adult Not Serviced

• Mentally retarded, developmentally disabled, and severely physically handicapped.
• People with severe medical conditions that require 24-hour medical supervision.
• Danger to self or others at time of application.

Services Offered

• Assertiveness/self-advocacy training
• Behavioral intervention
• Case management
• Community integration/resource development
• Crisis management
• Daily living skills training
• Health management services
• Medication management and training
• Parenting training
• Rehabilitation counseling
• Room and board
• Skill development services, related to education/vocational pursuits
• Socialization skills training
• Substance abuse prevention and education
• Symptom management
• Travel training/transportation

Length of Stay

Length of stay may vary from 12 to 24 months, depending on the readiness of the individual to move on to a more independent setting.

Intake Procedure

• A complete referral packet must be received in order to set up an initial screening interview.
• The decision on acceptance into the program is made by the Admissions Committee.

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Adults, Mental illness, Residential