To protect the health of our staff, clients and the community, and to operate in accordance with county, state and federal recommendations, Family & Children’s is transitioning to telephone and telehealth services to ensure that clients have access to essential behavioral health services during the evolving COVID-19 health crisis. While … Read More
New Substance Abuse Treatment Program Launched
Through their strategic partnership, Family & Children’s Society (F&CS) and Family Counseling Services (FCS) are now offering outpatient substance abuse treatment in Broome County for those struggling with addiction. The new clinic is co-located in the outpatient mental health clinic operated by Family & Children’s Society at 257 Main Street in … Read More
Family & Children’s Problematic Sexual Behavior Program Enhanced
At Family & Children’s Society we are always considering new treatment approaches proven to be effective. For many years we have offered a treatment program for children who engage in concerning and problematic sexual behaviors but we have been challenged to get their parents engaged in treatment as well. Staff … Read More
United Way Grant Ensures Access to Mental Health Services for Youth
Family & Children’s Society is pleased to be the recipient of a $42,000 award from the United Way of Broome County. The award will allow the agency to offer sliding scale fees for children and their families who lack the financial resources to cover the cost of vital counseling services. … Read More
Risky Behaviors: Would You Know When You’ve Gone Too Far?
Would You Know When You’ve Gone Too Far? Mental health is essential to everyone’s overall health and well-being, and mental illnesses are common and treatable. But people experience symptoms of mental illnesses differently—and some engage in potentially dangerous or risky behaviors to avoid or cover up symptoms of a potential … Read More