Day Treatment Programs/Section 23
The Phoenix Centre operates a number of day treatment classes in partnership with the local school boards.
New Horizons
New Horizons Day Treatment provides educational opportunity for at risk youth between the ages of 12 and 18 in the form of a Section 20 classroom. Each classroom can accept up to 9 youth. The program operates within a cognitive behavioural framework using a family systems model and utilize both individual and group programming.
The New Horizons Day Treatment Program has identified 5 core themes that may form the basis of the program. These themes are:
• Learning (academic development)
• Empowerment
• Social/life skills
• Self awareness/development
• Career education
All students will be provided with an education which is in accordance with the Ontario Educational Curriculum. These academics are individualized and based on the youth’s grade level and learning abilities. All youth will participate in clinical groups each week.
Valleycrest
Valleycrest Day Treatment provides an intensive therapeutic intervention program for children between the ages of 6.5 and 11.5 at the time of referral. The two main areas focused on are mental health and educational needs. The main goals are to help children with any emotional and/or behavioural difficulties. The program is set up as an extension of the child’s community school.
The program has identified 4 core themes that will form the basis of our program. These are:
• Safety
• Learning
• Belonging
• Empowerment
All Valleycrest students will participate in clinical groups and follow the Ontario educational curriculum. These academics will be individualized and based on the child’s grade level.
Therapy – Individual, family, play and/or group therapy is also an expectation for children and families while attending Valleycrest. The therapy used will be dependent on the needs identified by the family and therapist during the assessment.
This program is offered in partnership with the two local school boards. Referrals are accepted through the Renfrew County Coordinated Access Committee.
Prevention
SLAAMH (Students Learning About Addiction & Mental Health)
A combination of groups, individual and family services are offered by a team of professionals operating in 5 pilot high schools.
An open-ended group focusing on addiction and mental health issues is offered as a core component of the program.
SLAAMH is offered through a unique partnership involving resources from:
• Columbus House
• Community Mental Health Services of Renfrew County, Pembroke Regional Hospital,
• The Phoenix Centre for Children and Families
• Renfrew County Alcohol, Drug and Gambling Assessment Referral Service
• Renfrew County Catholic District School Board • Renfrew County District School Board
Friends and Neighbours (F.A.N.) Club
The Friends and Neighbours (F.A.N.) Club is a unique club of hand and rod puppets that address social issues through lively and thought provoking puppet shows. The shows are designed for children 3 to 11 years of age and meet the learning expectations of the Ministry of Education, Health and Physical Education curriculum. A typical show lasts about 30 minutes and consists of a short skit with a question and answer period. Our scripts are designed to tackle some difficult issues in a fun, non-threatening way. The F.A.N. Club puppet shows encourage children to talk, learn and find solutions.
Many of the scripts available focus on the following issues:
• Substance Abuse
• Family Violence
• Friendship/Respect
• Good Manners
• Deployment
• Self Esteem
• Secrets and Surprises
• Dealing with Bullies
• Vandalism
• Separation and Divorce
• Community Awareness
• Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
For more information,to book a show or become a F.A.N. Club volunteer, please contact the F.A.N. Club Coordinator.
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