Support Services

Following best practices in our field, BHcare emphasizes learning and skill-building, so clients can become more independent. We believe individuals with mental health and co-occurring disorders (mental health and substance use) can recover and lead full lives in their communities. The supports provided by Community Support Specialists uphold that philosophy, by providing services that are:

• Individualized
• Client-driven
• Recovery-oriented
• Based on skill building for independent living

Learn more about Adult CSS and what to expect

BHcare has a counselor stationed at the New Haven and Derby Courthouses to help engage individuals with mental health issues and/or substance use disorder in services, and divert them out of the criminal justice system.

Young Adult Services (YAS) at BHcare provides individualized, trauma-informed care and case management for emerging adults ages 18-25 whose mental health and substance use challenges impact their ability to successfully transition into adulthood.

Our goal is to offer the support young adults need, which includes mental health/substance use treatment, life skills development and guidance with employment and education. Along with in-office and/or telehealth therapy services, our case managers meet with clients in the community and at our two drop-in spaces located at each of our BHcare sites. Our drop-ins offer clients a place to unwind, connect with others and take part in a variety of activities like gaming, watching movies, crafting and more. Our drop-ins are also the hub for other group activities and gatherings, such as monthly client-led council meetings, cooking/baking groups and other themed groups. We also hold holiday parties, birthday celebrations and more at our drop-ins. For extra fun, we organize monthly outings to favorite spots voted on by our YAS clients.

To be eligible for YAS, you must be 18 to 25 years old, carry a mental health diagnosis, need intensive skill building support and reside in one of the following towns:  Valley – Ansonia, Derby, Seymour, Shelton or Oxford; Shoreline – Branford, East Haven, Guilford, Madison, North Branford or North Haven.

We believe that every young adult, with the right support, guidance and education, has the potential to overcome challenges to create a bright and successful future.

One of the basic requirements in establishing a strong foundation for a successful recovery is safe, affordable housing.

BHcare’s Housing Department helps chronically homeless individuals and families find and maintain housing.  Support services are provided to assist people with being good tenants and obtaining the skills necessary to be successful in their own apartments.

The PATH program provides outreach and engagement to those individuals and families who are facing homelessness and residing on the streets or in shelters.  Services are provided through referrals and resource matching to assist in the securing of housing placement.

If you , or someone you know, is experiencing homelessness or at risk of homelessness, please call the CT Infoline: 2-1-1 for a for a housing program intake.

Employment is an integral part of an individual’s recovery from mental illness, addictions or other disabling conditions. BHcare’s goal is to help you achieve productive employment in the community. Services can include but are not limited to job seeking skills training, on-the-job and job-related supports, vocational counseling, resume and interview preparation, and ADA consultation.

BHcare accepts referrals from a variety of sources, including clients served by the Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services.

The Community Warm Line provides telephone support to individuals in the community in need of a good listener and a caring response. Warm Line workers offer callers various options for moving forward. You can call the warm line if you are lonely, bored, anxious, in need of help to deal with a problem, or need information regarding other resources available in the community. Warm Line workers do not handle crisis or emergency calls themselves, but will refer you to the local crisis line.

You can reach the Warm Line at (203) 732-2004. The Warm Line is open Sunday through Thursday from 6:00 pm to 10:00 pm; Friday and Saturday from 6:00 pm to 11:00 pm.

BHcare provides family support groups. Please call (203) 800-7177 to learn more.