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Behavioral Health and Recovery Services., Therapeutic Day Schools

Human Services

Behavioral Health and Recovery Services., Therapeutic Day Schools

San Mateo County Health System

Provides day treatment during the school day for youth who are having emotional or behavioral problems that interfere with their ability to function in school.

Description:

The Therapeutic Day School programs (TDS) provide integrated special education and mental health services for adolescents who are at risk of school failure due to social, emotional, behavioral and learning difficulties. Staff from both the school district and BHRS work collaboratively in a day treatment model. Services include the following: - Individual Therapy Group Therapy - Family Therapy - Case Management - Crisis Intervention - Art Therapy - Mental Health Occupational Therapy service Prerequisites for placement: - Eligibility for Spec. Ed. - Eligibility for IEP mandated mental health services (ERMHS) - Prior difficulty in participating in less restrictive special educational settings, due to behavioral and emotional disturbance, or acute psychiatric illness. TDS is also offered as a step-down program for students returning to their districts after residential placements have been completed. TDS programs are located at: Terra Nova High School and Baden High School.

Location

1290 Commodore Dr, San Bruno, CA 94066 37.6319314 -122.4263624 Human Services

Services

Fees:

None. Medi-Cal, private insurance reimbursement sought when available. Medi-Cal and private insurance accepted.

Audience:

Emotionally disturbed, learning handicapped youth age 13-18

Eligibility:

Age 13 to 18, residing in geographic area served and eligible for special education and mental health services from the county

How to Apply:

Certified for special education by local school district and referred to mental health contact person in local area. Students need to be eligible for Chapter 26.5 services.

Service Wait Estimate:

Varies according to program.

Service Areas:

  • San Mateo County