Call for more specific information on fees, hours of operation, etc.

18th Street Development Corporation
Rasing Others Children Program
1815 South 18th Street
Philadelphia PA 19145
Main: 215-271-0052
Hotlines: Grandparent Support Support group for anyone raising children that are not their biological children.


911 Emergency Services
Philadelphia Police Department
Emergency: 911
Emergencies (Psychiatric): Help
Psychiatric Emergencies: Immediate Help
Suicide: Suicide & Crisis Intervention


AIDS Hotline
Mazzoni Center
1201 Chestnut Street,2nd Floor
Philadelphia PA 19107
Main: 215-732-AIDS (2437)
Hotlines: HIV/AIDS/Sexual Health For information and referral.
Special Services: Sexual Health


AIDS Library
Philadelphia Fight
1233 Locust Street 2nd Floor
Philadelphia PA 19107
Main: 215-985-4851
URL: [www.aidslibrary.org]
Special Services: Sexual Health The AIDS Library serves the community through delivery of information on HIV, such as treatments, nutrition, and history of the pandemic, and referrals to regional and national resources. This information is provided through a variety of media including books, periodicals, medical journals, videos, audio cassettes, CD-rom, and the Internet. All materials may be viewed in the comfort of the library. Most books and videos may be loaned to those with a free AIDS Library card.


AIDS Task Force of Philadelphia
Philadelphia Community Health Alternatives
1201 Chestnut Street 3rd Floor
Philadelphia PA 19107
Main: 215-563-0652
URL: [www.pcha1.org]
Hotlines: HIV/AIDS/Sexual Health For information, referral, case management, education, and outreach.


Alateen/Al-Anon
4021 Walnut Street
Philadelphia PA 19104
Main: 215-222-5244
Hotline: 888-4AL-ANON
URL: [www.al-anon-alateen.org]
Hotlines: Drug & Alcohol Self-help support groups for family members and friends of alcoholics. Support for families of individuals with an alcohol problem.


Albert Einstein Medical Center
Department of Outpatient Psychiatry
5501 Old York Road
Philadelphia PA 19141
Main: 215-456-7240
URL: [www.einstein.edu]
Outpatient Treatment: Other Treatment Agencies The center provides comprehensive evaluation and treatment services for children and adolescents ages 5 to 18 years old.
Outpatient Treatment: Specialized Agency The center provides comprehensive evaluation and treatment services for children and adolescents ages 5 to 18 years old.


Alcoholics Anonymous
444 North 3rd Street Suite 3E
Philadelphia PA 19123
Main: 215-574-6900
Main: 215-923-7900
URL: [www.sepennaa.org/home/]
Hotlines: Drug & Alcohol The Southeastern PA chapter of AA helps people with drinking problems who live in Philadelphia and the four surrounding counties.


American Academy of Child & Adolescent Psychiatry
3615 Wisconsin Avenue NW
Washington DC 20016
Main: 202-966-7300
URL: [www.aacap.org]
Advocacy and Support: National Organizations
National Organizations: Information
Special Services: Information & Referral Facts for Families, with information on over 80 topics which might pertain to your child or adolescent, can be found on the AACAP Web site at <www.aacp.org/publications/factsfam/index.html>


American Anorexia & Bulimia Association of Philadelphia (AA/BA)
PO Box 1287
Langhorne PA 19047
Hotline: 215-221-1864
URL: [www.aabaphila.org]
Special Services: Eating Disorders For answers to questions about eating disorders and information about support group meetings, call the AA/BA information hotline.


American Camp Association
Keystone Region
20 Limekiln Pike
Glenside PA 19038
Main: 215-886-5385
URL: [www.acacamps.org]
Special Services: Other Services This organization can send you the "Parent's Guide to Accredited Camps", listing information on camps serving children with various kinds of handicaps.


American Civil Liberties Union
PO Box 1161 Suite 701/ Box 1161
Philadelphia PA 19105
Main: 215-923-HELP
Main: 215-592-1513
URL: [www.aclupa.org]
Legal Resources: Help One focus of the ACLU is on the rights of handicapped individuals, especially in terms of due process and privacy. It offers representation in certain situations. Brochures and other written information regarding the rights of handicapped individuals are available through this organization.


A.P. Orleans Vocational Center
Division of Jewish Employment
Vocational Services,1330 Rhawn Street
Philadelphia PA 19111
Intake: 215-728-4400
Vocational Education: Other Community Services This vocational rehabilitation program that provides training for clients (ages 16 and over) who are either emotionally disturbed, mentally retarded, or learning disabled. There are four different programs, depending on the level of the client.


Asociacion Puertorriquenos en Marcha (APM)
2147 North 6th Street
Philadelphia PA 19122
Main: 215-235-6788
Hotlines: Spanish-Speaking Services Assists Spanish-speaking persons with emotional and developmental problems.
Outpatient Treatment: Other Treatment Agencies Services to the Hispanic community. Satellite Offices: - 731 West Erie Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19140 215-225-9360 - 4301 Rising Sun Avenue, Philadlephia, PA 19140, 215-456-1453 - 3263 North Front Street, Philadelphia, PA 19133, 215-426-1077
Outpatient Treatment: Specialized Agency
Special Services: Non-English Speaking APM provides a variety of services for the Spanish community.


Asociacion Puertorriquenos En Marcha (APM)
3263 North Front Street
Philadelphia PA 19140
Main: 215-426-1077
Outpatient Treatment: Other Treatment Agencies
Outpatient Treatment: Specialized Agency


Asociacion Puertorriquenos En Marcha (APM)
4301 Rising Sun Avenue
Philadelphia PA 19140
Main: 215-456-1453
Outpatient Treatment: Other Treatment Agencies
Outpatient Treatment: Specialized Agency


Asociacion Puertorriquenos En Marcha (APM)
731 West Erie Avenue
Philadelphia PA 19140
Main: 215-225-9360
Outpatient Treatment: Other Treatment Agencies
Outpatient Treatment: Specialized Agency


Aspira, Inc of Pennsylvania
4322 North 5th Street 3rd Floor
Philadelphia PA 19140
Main: 215-455-1300
URL: [www.aspira.org]
Special Services: Non-English Speaking This youth leadership development and educational agency recruits Hispanic youth.


Association for Retarded Citizens
ARC/Philadelphia
2350 West Westmoreland Street
Philadelphia PA 19140
Main: 215-229-4550
URL: [www.arcpddc.org]
Advocacy and Support: Parent Support ARC provides advocacy, parent support, consumer support, and referral to system services for individual of all ages with developmental disabilities. It participates in the Waiting List Campaign and other coalitions for system change.
Special Services: Mental Retardation ARC/Philadelphia offers information, referral, advocacy, and parent training for the parents of children who are mentally retarded.


Attic Youth Center
255 South 15th Street
Philadelphia PA 19102
Main: 215-545-4331
URL: [www.atticyouthcenter.org/]
Special Services: Sexual Health The Attic is the largest lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgendered youth center in the Philadelphia area. It provides a safe space for social activities and interaction for queer youth, as well as sexual education, counseling, support, psychological services, and crisis intervention. Persons who are between the ages of 12 and 23, and gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgendered or questioning their sexuality can contact The Attic at the phone number or address above.


Autism Support & Advocacy in Pennsylvania (ASAP)
635 Ardmore Avenue
Ardmore PA 19003
Main: 610-649-9139
Main: 610-688-8894
Special Services: Autism This is a nonprofit, all-volunteer, parent-directed association dedicated to the welfare of children and adults with autism, Pervasive Developmental Disorder (PDD), or other profound disorders of communication and behavior. ASAP fosters self-help and self-advocacy. It also offers training sessions and presentations to families, schools, and service providers.


Bazelon Center for Mental Health Law
1101 15th Street NW Suite 1212
Washington DC 20005
Main: 202-467-5730
URL: [www.bazelon.org/]
Advocacy and Support: Legal Advocacy
National Organizations: Information Advocacy and information regarding mental health issues.


Belmont Behavioral Health Center for Comprehensive Treatment
4200 Monument Avenue
Philadelphia PA 19131
Main: 215-877-2000
URL: [www.einstein.edu]
Outpatient Treatment: Other Treatment Agencies Belmont Center for Comprehensive Treatment is a 147-bed private psychiatric hospital offering a full array of services for the treatment of mental health and addictions disorders in adolescents. Programs are offered on an inpatient, outpatient, partial, and residential basis. Capabilities include adolescent psychiatry; dual diagnosis (substance abuse with mental health problems); alcohol and drug addiction; eating disorders; women's health; crisis intervention; and triage and evaluation. New additions at Belmont include mental health services for gay & lesbian consumers and an inpatient program for children ages 5 to 12.
Outpatient Treatment: Specialized Agency Belmont Center for Comprehensive Treatment is a 147-bed private psychiatric hospital offering a full array of services for the treatment of mental health and addiction disorders in adolescents. Programs are offered on an inpatient, outpatient, partial, and residential basis. Capabilities include adolescent psychiatry; dual diagnosis (substance abuse with mental health problems); alcohol and drug addiction; eating disorders; women's health; crisis intervention; and triage and evaluation. New additions at Belmont include mental health services for gay & lesbian consumers and an inpatient program for children ages 5 to 12.
Psychiatric Emergencies: Private Hospitals Hospital-based psychiatric emergency care.
Special Services: Eating Disorders
Special Services: Other Services Adolescent Therapy Group. This support group is designed for children ages 9-12 who have gone through a parental divorce or separation. The group meets Wednesday nights, and most insurance plans are accepted.


Benjamin Rush Community MH/MR Center
Northwest Human Services
11082 Knights Road
Philadelphia PA 19154
Main: 215-632-9040
URL: [www.nhsonline.org]
Crisis Intervention: Community Mental Health Centers
Outpatient Treatment: Community Mental Health Centers Catchment Area 7C - Far Northeast Philadelphia
Psychiatric Emergencies: Community Mental Health Centers Catchment Area 7C. Children's Psychiatric Emergency Services.
Psychiatric Emergencies: Crisis Mobile Services


Bilingual Domestic Violence Program
1340 Frankford Avenue
Philadelphia PA 19125
Spanish: 215-235-9992
Main: 215-739-9999
Hotlines: Women


Bridge, The
8400 Pine Road
Philadelphia PA 19111
Intake: 215-342-5000
URL: [www.phmc.org/addictionsvs/thebridge.html]
Hotlines: Drug & Alcohol Drug & Alcohol. Residential treatment for teens with drug and alcohol problems. Outpatient treatment for children & adolescents.
Special Services: Drug & Alcohol Abuse Drug & Alcohol--Residential and Outpatient Treatment. The Bridge offers two residential drug and alcohol abuse programs for youth ages 14-18. One is long-term and lasts 3 to 12 months, while the other lasts 4 to 12 weeks. Services include individual, group, and family therapy; life skills activities; and high school education. The Bridge offers outpatient counseling for children, adolescents, and adults who have addiction-related issues. Services include consultation and referral; diagnostic evaluation; individual & family therapy, and family education.
Special Services: Drug & Alcohol Abuse - Outpatient Treatment The Bridge offers outpatient counseling for children, adolescents, and adults who have addiction-related issues. Services include consultation and referral; diagnostic evaluation; individual & family therapy, and family education.
Special Services: Drug & Alcohol Abuse - Residential Treatment The Bridge offers two residential drug and alcohol abuse programs for youth ages 14-18. One is long-term and lasts 3 to 12 months, while the other lasts 4 to 12 weeks. Services include individual, group, and family therapy; life skills activities; and high school education.


Bureau of Employer & Career Services
Pennsylvania Job Center
444 North 3rd Street, Suite 3C
Philadelphia PA 19123
Main: 215-560-1985
Vocational Education: Bureau of Employer and Career Services


Bureau of Employer & Career Services
South Philadelphia Career Link
930 Washington Avenue
Philadelphia PA 19147
Main: 215-952-1143
Vocational Education: Bureau of Employer and Career Services


Bureau of Employer & Career Services
Northwest Career Link
235 West Chelten Avenue
Philadelphia PA 19144
Main: 215-560-5151
Vocational Education: Bureau of Employer and Career Services


Bureau of Employer & Career Services
Team Pennsylvania Career Link
990 West Spring Garden Street
Philadelphia PA 19123
Main: 215-560-5465
Vocational Education: Bureau of Employer and Career Services


Bureau of Special Education
Pennsylvania Department of Education
333 Market Street, 7th Floor
Harrisburg PA 17126-0333
Main: 717-783-6913
Toll Free: 800-879-2301
URL: [www.pde.state.pa.us]
Residential Treatment: Advocacy
Special Education: Approved Private Schools Pennsylvania Approved Private School.
Special Education: Charter Schools


Caring People Alliance
1819 John F. Kennedy Blvd. Suite 220
Philadelphia PA 19103
Main: 215-545-5230
URL: [www.CaringPeopleAlliance.org]
Special Services: Other Services CPA is a comprehensive, community-based human service agency. It serves over 10,000 youth and their families at nearly a dozen locations around the city. Programs include Boys & Girls Clubs, pre-school day care, after school programs, and youth development. Specialized programs include: More Opportunity and Responsibility to Develop Yourself (MORDY), a program that provides foster care and monitored mental & social health improvement plans for youth ages 13-19; A New Life, a program that offers intensive outpatient and supportive services to addictive parenting mothers; and a Family Center, a service providing parent education and referral.


Caring People Alliance
South Philadelphia Community Center
2407 South Broad Street
Philadelphia PA 19148
Main: 215-218-0800
URL: [www.CaringPeopleAlliance.org]
Special Services: Other Services This site of CPA offers the Family Center as well as a day care program, an after school program, a summer camp, boys & girls clubs, a SCOH support program, and a youth development program.


Caring People Alliance
RW Brown Community Center
1701 North 8th Street
Philadelphia PA 19122
Main: 215-763-0900
URL: [www.CaringPeopleAlliance.org]
Special Services: Other Services This site of CPA offers the New Life Support Program for mothers with substance abuse problems as well as a day care program, an after school program, a summer camp, boys & girls clubs, and a youth development program.


Caring People Alliance
West Philadelphia Community Center
3512 Haverford Avenue
Philadelphia PA 19104
Main: 215-386-4075
Special Services: Other Services This site of CPA offers the "More Opportunity and Responsibility to Develop Yourself" (MORDY) program for youth in foster care as well as a day care program, an after school program, a summer camp, boys & girls clubs, and a youth development program.


Casa del Carmen
4400 North Reese Street
Philadelphia PA 19140
Main: 215-329-5660
Crisis Intervention: Other Services Non-English Speaking Consumers. This group provides a variety of crisis intervention, information, referral, and advocacy services to Spanish-speaking people.
Hotlines: Spanish-Speaking Services Provides Spanish-speaking persons with counseling and crisis intervention.
Outpatient Treatment: Family Service Agencies Offers services to Spanish-speaking people with mental health needs.
Special Services: Non-English Speaking This group provides a variety of crisis intervention, information, referral, and advocacy services to Spanish- speaking people.


Catch Community MH/MR Center
1417 Oregon Avenue
Philadelphia PA 19145
Main: 215-218-9499
URL: [www.catchinc.com]
In-home Services: Intensive Case Management (ICM)
Outpatient Treatment: Community Mental Health Centers Catchment Area 2B Center City/South Philadelphia Community Mental Health Center - also known as Base Service Unit (BSU).
Psychiatric Emergencies: Community Mental Health Centers Catchment Area 2B. Children's Psychiatric Emergency Services.


CATCH Inc
1417 Oregon Avenue
Philadelphia PA 19145
Main: 215-218-9499


CATCH, Inc
Children's School Based Services
1417 Oregon Avenue
Philadelphia PA 19145
Main: 215-334-1311
Day Treatment: School Programs For children (ages 5-13) who are placed in regular classrooms, but are exhibiting severe behavioral/emotional problems. Only available to children attending Arthur, Bregy, Girard, Jackson, Nebinger, Smith, Southwark, Taggart, and Washington elementary schools--and to Vare Middle School. Parents can speak to their child's classroom teacher, who fills out a referral form. The parents make the final decision as to whether or not the child participates.


Catholic Social Services
227 North 18th Street
Philadelphia PA 19103
Main: 215-854-7000
Crisis Intervention: Family Service Agencies Family Service Agencies.
Outpatient Treatment: Other Treatment Agencies


Catholic Social Services
Migration & Refugee Resettlement Program
227 North 18th Street
Philadelphia PA 19103
Main: 215-587-3909
Special Services: Non-English Speaking CSS provides refugee resettlement and immigration services, information, and referral.


Catholic Social Services
Holy Family Center/Adoption Services
227 North 18th Street
Philadelphia PA 19103
Main: 215-854-7050
URL: [www.adoption-phl.org]
Special Services: Pregnancy Prevention/Teen Parents Teen pregnancy. This center provides adoption services as an alternative to abortion or parenting for persons experiencing an unplanned pregnancy. Birth parents are supported by the counseling process while designing their individual plan for adoption.


Catholic Social Services
Counseling & Family Services
227 North 18th Street
Philadelphia PA 19103
Main: 215-587-3900
Outpatient Treatment: Family Service Agencies


Catholic Social Services
Northeast Philadelphia Community Center
7340 Jackson Street
Philadelphia PA 19136
Main: 215-624-5920
Outpatient Treatment: Family Service Agencies
Outpatient Treatment: Other Treatment Agencies


Center for Autistic Children
3965 Conshohocken Avenue
Philadelphia PA 19131
Main: 215-878-3400
URL: [www.Autismhelp.org]
Outpatient Treatment: Other Treatment Agencies The center offers specialized intensive programming for autistic children with specifically trained staff. The center offers support and training to parents so that they can interact more effectively with their child. The center provides a Diagnostic & Evaluation Service to children, adolescents, and adults. Consultation and training is available to parents, school districts, counties, and physicians.
Outpatient Treatment: Specialized Agency The center offers specialized intensive programming for autistic children with specifically trained staff. The center offers support and training to parents so that they can interact more effectively with their child. The center provides a Diagnostic & Evaluation Service to children, adolescents, and adults. Consultation and training is available to parents, school districts, counties, and physicians.
Special Services: Autism The center offers specialized intensive programming for autistic children with specifically trained staff. The center offers support and training to parents so that they can interact more effectively with their child. The center provides a Diagnostic & Evaluation Service to children, adolescents, and adults. Consultation and training is available to parents, school districts, counties, and physicians.
Special Services: Preschool - Other Evaluation Services The center provides diagnostic and outpatient services for autism spectrum disorder and atypicality. It offers intensive day treatment for children ages 2 to 5, specializing in consultation and training.
Special Services: Preschool Services The center provides diagnostic and outpatient services for autism spectrum disorder and atypicality. It offers intensive day treatment for children ages 2 to 5, specializing in consultation and training.


Center for Disability Law & Policy
1617 JFK Blvd, Suite 800
Philadelphia PA 19103
Main: 215-557-7112
Toll Free: 888-745-CDLP
Legal Resources: Help CDLP is a non-profit public interest law center that provides advocacy and legal services to individuals with disabilities throughout Pennsylvania. Its Client Assistance Program has served as the state-wide advocate for persons with disabilities seeking or receiving services under the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 since 1981. The Center also represents individuals with claims under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and has substantial experience with the litigation of employment discrimination cases.


Center for Grieving Children, Teens, and Families
The Nelson Pavilion Erie Avenue at Front Street
Philadelphia PA 19134
Main: 215-427-6767
URL: [www.grievingchildren.org]
Advocacy and Support: Parent Support The center offers peer grief support groups for children ages 4 to 19 as well as referral and educational programs for families. The center also serves as a training and resource center for professionals and others who interact with grieving children and teens. The Center also offers the Bereaved Parent Support Program for parents who have experienced the death of a child.
Special Services: Grief Support The center offers peer grief support groups for children ages 4 to 19 as well as referral and educational programs for families. The center also serves as a training and resource center for professionals and others who interact with grieving children and teens. The Center also offers the Bereaved Parent Support Program for parents who have experienced the death of a child.


Centro de Servicios Para Hispanos
John F Kennedy CMH/MRC
2742 North 5th Street
Philadelphia PA 19133
Main: 215-427-3400
Special Services: Non-English Speaking Non-English Speaking Consumers. This center provides outpatient services; individual, group, and family therapy; and psychiatric evaluations for children, adolescents, and adults. Medication is provided. Services are provided by a bilingual and/or bicultural staff.


CHAMPVA Claims Center
4500 Cherry Creek Drive South Box 65023
Denver CO 80206
Toll Free: 800-733-8387
URL: [www.va.gov/hac]
Benefits (Financial and Health Care): Other Assistance


Child Abuse Prevention Effort (CAPE)
5425 Oxford Avenue Northwood Towers
Philadelphia PA 19124
Main: 215-831-8228
Hotline: 215-831-8877
Advocacy and Support: Parent Support Help with parent/child relationships: information, referrals, workshops, and free counseling. The Hotline offers a supportive listening service for parents and caregivers. (Help for parents who fear they may abuse their children.)
Crisis Intervention: Family Service Agencies
Crisis Intervention: Other Services Family Service Agency
Hotlines: Child Abuse Help with parent/child relationships: information, referrals, workshops, and free counseling. The Hotline offers a supportive listening service for parents and caregivers. (Help for parents who fear they may abuse their children.)


Childline
Toll Free: 800-932-0313
Crisis Intervention: Child Abuse
Hotlines: Child Abuse Child Abuse. For reporting abuse and getting information and referrals in the state of Pennsylvania. Each call is answered by a case-worker who will obtain information about the abused child and will refer the alleged abuse report to the appropriate agency.
Hotlines: Sexual Abuse Child Sexual Abuse. Childline is the toll-free hotline for reporting child abuse that occurred in Pennsylvania. Each call is answered by a case worker who will obtain information on the abused child and refer the alleged abuse report to the appropriate agency.
Special Services: Caretaker Abuse Childline is the toll-free 24 hour hotline for reporting child abuse that occurred in Pennsylvania. Each call is answered by a case worker who will obtain information on the abused child and refer the alleged abuse report to the appropriate agency.
Special Services: Child Sexual Abuse Childline is the toll-free 24 hour hotline for reporting child abuse that occurred in Pennsylvania. Each call is answered by a case worker who will obtain information on the abused child and refer the alleged abuse report to the appropriate agency.


Childlink/Philadelphia Health Management Corp
Intake Unit
260 South Broad Street 18th Floor
Philadelphia PA 19102
Main: 215-731-2110
Special Services: Preschool Services ChildLink provides a single and centralized point of entry into the early intervention system for children from birth to school age. Through a single call, an Intake Coordinator will assist all callers to begin the process to determine eligibility and arrange for services, if appropriate. Families and professionals can refer children birth to age five, living in Philadelphia who may need early intervention services because of a developmental delay or disability directly to Childlink.


Child Protection Services Hotline
Philadelphia Department of Human Services / Division of Children & Youth
100 North Broad Street
Philadelphia PA 19102
Main: 215-683-6100
Crisis Intervention: Child Abuse
Hotlines: Child Abuse To report abuse and/or neglect.


Children's Aid Society of Pennsylvania
1315 Walnut Street Suite 1004
Philadelphia PA 19107
Main: 215-546-2990
URL: [www.caspa.org]
Advocacy and Support: Parent Support The Family Project of CASPA helps parents with young children (under 8yrs old) move off welfare dependency and towards self-sufficiency and independence. Professional staff members counsel parents and help them plan for their children's future. Families learn how to access community programs that enable them to complete their education, locate quality, subsidized day care and train for jobs that will pay them a fair wage. The Time Out for Tots Program meets weekly and offers "Moms Only" discussion groups as well as "Play Groups" for young mothers (ages 15-19) and their children. This initiative provides support and hands-on parenting education. In collaboration with five other human service organizations, the program helps mothers learn how to create a nurturing, safe and healthy environment for their children.


Children's Aid Society of Philadelphia
Madeira Family Center
2123 North Gratz Street
Philadelphia PA 19121
Main: 215-765-3874
URL: [www.caspa.org]
Advocacy and Support: Parent Support The Madeira Family is a community-based program in North Philadelphia that helps families learn child development and parenting skills. The center provides parent-child play groups, counseling, summer day camp for pre-school children, and support groups for families.


Children's Crisis Response Center
The Albert Einstein Medical Center
Germantown Community Health Services Center Tower, 3rd Floor One Penn Boulevard
Philadelphia PA 19144
Main: 215-951-8300
URL: [www.einstein.edu]
Emergencies (Psychiatric): Help
Psychiatric Emergencies: Hospital This service is available to any child in Philadelphia. A child under the age of 14 must be accompanied by a parent or a legal guardian. If inpatient treatment is needed, referrals will be made to facilities that serve children
Psychiatric Emergencies: Immediate Help This service is available to any child in Philadelphia. A child under the age of 14 must be accompanied by a parent or a legal guardian. If inpatient treatment is needed, referrals will be made to facilities that serve children.


Children's Crisis Treatment Center
1823 Callowhill Street
Philadelphia PA 19130
Main: 215-496-0707
URL: [www.cctckids.org]
Day Treatment: School Programs The Therapeutic Nursery is an early childhood partial hospitalization program for children 3-5 years of age with multiple learning, behavior and social problems. The Center provides individual treatment planning and multi-disciplinary reviews, developmentally-oriented appropriate play activities, individual and group counseling, and case management for families. Transportation is provided by Wheels, Inc., for children with Medical Assistance.
In-home Services: Intensive Case Management (ICM)
Special Services: Grief Support The Intensive Trauma Assistance Program (ITAP) is a specialized outpatient mental health service for children between two and fourteen years old who have recently experienced or witnessed a severely traumatizing event. The traumatic events survived by the clients are out of the range of typical human experience, such as witnessing/experiencing the homicide or suicide of a parent or sibling or living through a house fire where a family member or members were killed. In addition to providing the traumatized children and their caregivers with traditional clinic-based outpatient mental health services, ITAP clinicians provide trauma-focused interventions in the child’s home, at his/her school, in the hospital, in the courtroom or to communities where incidents of extreme violence/horror have occurred.
Special Services: Preschool - Other Evaluation Services The Therapeutic Nursery is an early childhood partial hospitalization program for children 3-5 years of age with multiple learning, behavior and social problems. The Center provides individual treatment planning and multi-disciplinary reviews, developmentally oriented appropriate play activities, individual and group counseling, and case management for families. Van transportation is provided through WHEELS, INC.
Special Services: Preschool Services The Therapeutic Nursery is an early childhood partial hospitalization program for children 3-5 years of age with multiple learning, behavior and social problems. The Center provides individual treatment planning and multi-disciplinary reviews, developmentally oriented appropriate play activities, individual and group counseling, and case management for families. Van transportation is provided through WHEELS, INC.


Children's Defense Fund
25 E Street NW
Washington DC 20001
Main: 202-628-8787
URL: [www.childrensdefense.org]
Advocacy and Support: National Organizations
National Organizations: Information


Children's Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP)
Suspected Child Abuse & Neglect Team (SCAN)
34th Street & Civic Center Blvd
Philadelphia PA 19104
Hotline: 215-636-8805
Main: 215-590-4923
Crisis Intervention: Child Abuse
Hotlines: Child Abuse To report abuse and/or neglect.
Special Services: Caretaker Abuse CHOP sees prepubescent children for physical assessments after abuse has taken place. For emergencies, go straight to CHOP's emergency room.
Special Services: Child Sexual Abuse CHOP sees prepubescent children for physical assessments after abuse has taken place. For emergencies, go straight to CHOP’s emergency room.


Children's Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP)
Department of Child & Adolescent Psychiatry
34th Street & Civic Center Blvd
Philadelphia PA 19104
Main: 215-590-7555
URL: [www.chop.edu]
Outpatient Treatment: Other Treatment Agencies
Outpatient Treatment: Specialized Agency
Psychiatric Emergencies: Private Hospitals Hospital-based psychiatric emergency care.


Children's Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP)
Regional Autism Center
34th & Street & Civic Center Blvd
Philadelphia PA 19104
Main: 215-590-1000
Special Services: Autism The Regional Autism Center provides comprehensive, coordinated family-centered care—from accurate diagnosis to the most advanced treatments—and offers families a repository of knowledge, support and guidance.


Children's Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP)--Center for Childhood Communication
Family Wellness Program
3405 Civic Center Blvd Room 124
Philadelphia PA 19104
Toll Free: 800-551-5480
Main: 215-590-7100
TTY/TDD: 215-590-5960
Special Services: Hearing Impairments The program offers families the opportunity to speak privately to an experienced mental health counselor when families need someone to listen or help finding counseling services with mental health professionals experienced in working with families who have hard of hearing or deaf members. The program also offers peer support groups to parents and kids that enhance family wellness.


Children's Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP)--Dept. of Child & Adolescent Psychiatry
Deafness & Family Communication Center
34th Street & Civic Center Blvd 3rd Floor
Philadelphia PA 19104
Intake: 215-590-1108
TTY/TDD: 215-590-1104
Special Services: Hearing Impairments The center provides a variety of psychiatric and mental health services for children and adolescents who are deaf or hard of hearing. DFCC also provides school-based mental health services to local schools for children who are hard of hearing or deaf as well as community-based consultation. Clinical staff are fluent in American Sign Language, Signed English, and other methods of communication used by deaf and hard of hearing people.


Children's Seashore House
Division of Child Development and Rehab Medicine Outpatient Services
3405 Civic Center Blvd
Philadelphia PA 19104
Main: 215-590-7474
URL: [www.chop.edu]
Outpatient Treatment: Other Treatment Agencies Child Development and Attention Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) Program
Special Services: Learning Disabilities
Special Services: Preschool - Other Evaluation Services
Special Services: Preschool Services Child Development Program


Children with Attention Deficit Disorder (CHADD)
8181 Professional Place Suite 201
Landover MD 20785
Toll Free: 800-233-4050
URL: [www.chadd.org]
Advocacy and Support: National Organizations


CHOICE
1233 Locust Street, Suite 301
Philadelphia PA 19107
Toll Free: 800-985-AIDS
Spanish: 215-985-3350
TTY/TDD: 215-985-3309
URL: [www.choice-phila.org]
Hotlines: HIV/AIDS/Sexual Health Provides referrals, education, and counseling for issues pertaining to reproductive and sexual health.


CHOICE
1233 Locust Street 3rd Floor
Philadelphia PA 19107
Main: 215-985-3300
Toll Free: 800-84-TEENS (848-3367)
TTY/TDD: 215-985-3309
Spanish: 215-985-3350
URL: [www.choice-phila.org]
Hotlines: Pregnant Teenagers Children Health Line - Provides information and referral for women seeking a feminist perspective on their problems and concerns.
Special Services: Pregnancy Prevention/Teen Parents CHOICE answers your questions about birth control, emergency contraception, pregnancy, prenatal care, abortion, HIV/AIDS, and sexually transmitted diseases (STDs).
Special Services: Sexual Health The CHOICE Hotline helps thousands of callers each year make informed personal decisions about their sexual and reproductive health care needs. CHOICE counselors provide education, counseling, and referrals to people who are often in crisis when they call and require immediate, accurate, and unbiased health care information. Call the CHOICE Hotline for answers to your questions about birth control, emergency contraception, pregnancy, prenatal care, abortion, HIV/AIDS, and sexually transmitted diseases (STDs).


CHOICE/Children's Health Line
1233 Locust Street 3rd Floor
Philadelphia PA 19107
Main: 215-985-3301
TTY/TDD: 215-985-3309
URL: [www.choice-phila.org]
Special Services: Pregnancy Prevention/Teen Parents CHOICE provides assistance to pregnant women and families with children applying for free and low-cost health insurance programs. Health Line counselors also provide information and referrals for children's primary medical care services, including immunizations, and advocate for consumers who experience difficulty navigating the health care system.


CO-MHAR, Inc.
Community MH/MR Center
100 West Lehigh Avenue
Philadelphia PA 19133
Main: 215-427-5800
URL: [www.comhar.org]
Outpatient Treatment: Community Mental Health Centers
Psychiatric Emergencies: Community Mental Health Centers Catchment Area 5B. Children's Psychiatric Emergency Services.


CO-MHAR, Inc.
Latino Treatment Program
166 West Lehigh Avenue
Philadelphia PA 19133
Main: 215-426-4785
Main: 215-426-4784
URL: [www.comhar.org]
Special Services: Non-English Speaking CO-MHAR provides outpatient mental health services for Latino children, adolescents, and their families. Services include diagnostic evaluations; case management; and individual & family therapy.


CO-MHAR, Inc.
Community MH/MR Center
3201 Frankford Avenue
Philadelphia PA 19134
Main: 215-427-5800
URL: [www.comhar.org]
Advocacy and Support: Parent Support CO-MHAR offers a 10-week group course for parents of children with behavioral health issues. Topics covered include communication skills, relationship-building, coping skills, and expression of feelings.
Outpatient Treatment: Community Mental Health Centers Catchment Area 5B North/Northeast Philadelphia. Community Mental Health Center, Base Service Unit (BSU). Outpatient Mental Health Services are for adolescents over 14 years old. Services include diagnostic evaluations; psychiatric care; and individual, group, and family psychotherapy. Hours are Monday to Thursday 8:30am to 8:00pm and Friday & Saturday 8:30am to 5:00pm.


CO-MHAR, Inc. Sanderwood Center
Community MH/MR Center
3825 Whitaker Avenue
Philadelphia PA 19124
Main: 215-425-9212
URL: [www.comhar.org]
Outpatient Treatment: Community Mental Health Centers Catchment Area 5B North/Northeast Philadelphia. Services are for those under 14 years of age.
Special Services: Preschool Services Preschool Services. CO-MHAR’s early intervention programs are for children with both mental health-related and mental retardation-related developmental delays. The programs serve children in their homes. The age range is birth to 3 years of age for the city-wide program and 3 to 5 years for the program serving the Kensington area.


Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
Early Screening Program
PA
Toll Free: 800-KIDS-MEDS
Benefits (Financial and Health Care): Other Assistance


Community Advocates Association for Children & Youth, Inc. (CAACY)
2313 West Oxford Street
Philadelphia PA 19121
Main: 215-769-8480
Outpatient Treatment: Additional Evaluation Agency CAACY serves the needs of teen parents and the overall adolescent population. It provides counseling/crisis intervention, information and referral, and life skills education. It has also addressed such problems as family planning, court involvement, truancy, job readiness, job placement, drug and alcohol abuse, emergency food, clothing and shelter, nutrition, and health and mental health problems for its clientele.
Outpatient Treatment: Other Treatment Agencies CAACY serves the needs of teen parents and the overall adolescent population. It provides counseling/crisis intervention, information and referral, and life skills education. It has also addressed such problems as family planning, court involvement, truancy, job readiness, job placement, drug and alcohol abuse, emergency food, clothing and shelter, nutrition, and health and mental health problems for its clientele.


Community Behavioral Health (CBH)
801 Market Street 7th Floor
Philadelphia PA 19107
Main: 215-413-3100
Toll Free: 888-545-2600
TTY/TDD: 215-413-7198
TTY/TDD: 888-436-7482
URL: [www.phila-bhs.org]
Behavioral Health Contractor: Grievance Ask to speak to your Member Service Representative. You may request a copy of the CBH Member Handbook. You may also contact the Ombudsman at 215-923-9617.
Benefits (Financial and Health Care): Advocacy
Benefits (Financial and Health Care): Other Assistance
In-home Services: Wraparound Offers help to parents with problems or questions related to wraparound services.
Outpatient Treatment: Administrative Agencies CBH connects you to the Mental Health or Substance Abuse services you need. CBH has contracted with almost 300 area treatment providers, offering the full spectrum of services to adults, children and adolescents. Any city resident who calls Community Behavioral Health, whether a recipient of Medicaid or not, is assisted to obtain care from all programs for which they are eligible.
Outpatient Treatment: Advocacy CBH connects you to the Mental Health or Substance Abuse services you need. CBH has contracted with almost 300 area treatment providers, offering the full spectrum of services to adults, children and adolescents. Any city resident who calls Community Behavioral Health, whether a recipient of Medicaid or not, is assisted to obtain care from all programs for which they are eligible.
Outpatient Treatment: Evaluations CBH connects you to the Mental Health or Substance Abuse services you need. CBH has contracted with almost 300 area treatment providers, offering the full spectrum of services to adults, children and adolescents. Any city resident who calls Community Behavioral Health, whether a recipient of Medicaid or not, is assisted to obtain care from all programs for which they are eligible. It is important to call Member Services before going to a service. This way Member Services can help you find a covered service. A covered service is a service that is given the okay by the Behavioral Health System. If you go to a service that is not covered, you might have to pay for it yourself. Please note that this Managed Care Plan may not cover all your health care expenses. Ask for a printed copy of the Member Handbook which is available in English, Spanish, Russian, Cambodian, Thai, Vietnamese, and Chinese. The member handbook lists your rights and explains the procedures for filing a complaint and a grievance.
Residential Treatment: Administrative Agencies


Community Council for MH/MR
Community MH/MR Center
4900 Wyalusing Avenue
Philadelphia PA 19131
Main: 215-473-2600
Administration: 215-473-7033
In-home Services: Intensive Case Management (ICM) Offers Intensive Case Management (ICM) services for children & adolescents.
Outpatient Treatment: Community Mental Health Centers Catchment Area 4 - West Philadelphia Community Mental Health Center also known as Base Service Unit (BSU)
Psychiatric Emergencies: Community Mental Health Centers Catchment Area 4. Children's Psychiatric Emergency Services


Community Council for MH/MR
New Start Program
4900 Wyalusing Avenue
Philadelphia PA 19131
Main: 215-473-2600
Day Treatment: School Programs This partial hospitalization program includes education during the school months. Breakfast, lunch, and transportation are provided. The program is for children (ages 8 to 12.5 years) showing behavioral/emotional problems. The program runs 12 months a year.


Community Council for MH/MR
Therapeutic Classroom
4900 Wyalusing Avenue
Philadelphia PA 19131
Main: 215-473-2600
Day Treatment: School Programs There are six classrooms, meeting six hours a day, year round. Breakfast, lunch, and transportation are provided. Children must be toilet trained. The program targets those children showing mild to moderate developmental delays.
Special Services: Preschool - Other Evaluation Services There are six classrooms, meeting six hours a day, year round. Breakfast, lunch, and transportation are provided. Children must be toilet trained. The program targets those children showing mild to moderate developmental delays.
Special Services: Preschool Services There are six classrooms, meeting six hours a day, year round. Breakfast, lunch, and transportation are provided. Children must be toilet trained. The program targets those children showing mild to moderate developmental delays.


Community Council for MH/MR
West Park Program
4900 Wyalusing Avenue
Philadelphia PA 19131
Main: 215-473-2600
Day Treatment: School Programs This partial hospitalization program includes education during the school months. The program is for adolescents (ages 13 to 18) with behavioral/ emotional problems.


Community Council for MH/MR
Learning Therapy Program
4900 Wyalusing Avenue
Philadelphia PA 19131
Main: 215-473-2600
Day Treatment: After-school Programs This after-school partial hospitalization program is for children (ages 8 to 13) with behavioral health problems and meets Monday through Thursday from 4:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Snacks and transportation are provided. During the summer months it is a full-day program, running five days a week.


Community Legal Services
1424 Chestnut Street
Philadelphia PA 19102
Main: 215-981-3700
URL: [www.clsphila.org]
Advocacy and Support: Legal Advocacy
Benefits (Financial and Health Care): Advocacy
Legal Resources: Help Community Legal Services represents individuals who cannot afford private legal services in a number of civil matters including but not limited to the consumer area; Social Security and Supplemental Security Income matters or other income benefit programs; employment discrimination; unemployment compensation representation; and certain types of family law problems (through Family Advocacy Unit). Generally, the intake system requires you to visit the local offices for an eligibility determination. At that time, the agency attempts to define your legal problem and refer you to a member of the staff specializing in that area.
Special Education: Legal Assistance


Community Legal Services
3638 North Broad Street
Philadelphia PA 19140
Main: 215-227-2400
Advocacy and Support: Legal Advocacy
Benefits (Financial and Health Care): Advocacy
Legal Resources: Help


Community Legal Services, Inc.
Law Center North Central
3638 North Broad Street
Philadelphia PA 19140
Main: 215-227-2400
URL: [www.clsphila.org]
Legal Resources: Help Community Legal Services represents individuals who cannot afford private legal services in a number of civil matters including but not limited to the consumer area; Social Security and Supplemental Security Income matters or other income benefit programs; employment discrimination; unemployment compensation representation; and certain types of family law problems (through Family Advocacy Unit). Generally, the intake system requires you to visit the local offices for an eligibility determination. At that time, the agency attempts to define your legal problem and refer you to a member of the staff specializing in that area.


Community Occupational Readiness
Biddle Buiding, 1217 Sansom Street
Philadelphia PA 19107
Intake: 215-592-8011
Vocational Education: Other Community Services


Congreso de Latinos Unidos, Inc.
216 West Somerset Street
Philadelphia PA 19133
Main: 215-763-8870
URL: [www.congreso.net]
Hotlines: HIV/AIDS/Sexual Health Offers prevention tips, counseling and testing for HIV. Focus is on Latino community.
Hotlines: Mental Health Crisis intervention and referral for Spanish-speaking persons.
Hotlines: Pregnant Teenagers Abuelas Y Jovenas Project. Provides services to pregnant and parenting teenage women by utilizing older women, or abuelas, as mentors. Prevention education addressing substance abuse, truancy and unwanted pregnancy.
Hotlines: Spanish-Speaking Services Provides a wide variety of services to Spanish-speaking persons.
Special Services: Drug & Alcohol Abuse Outpatient drug and alcohol services. The Drug & Alcohol Prevention and Treatment Program offers bilingual (Spanish/English) outpatient drug and alcohol prevention and treatment services for adults and youth who are recovering from substance use or abuse.
Special Services: Drug & Alcohol Abuse - Outpatient Treatment The Drug & Alcohol Prevention and Treatment Program offers bilingual (Spanish/English) outpatient drug and alcohol prevention and treatment services for adults and youth who are recovering from substance use or abuse.
Vocational Education: Other Community Services Congreso, the largest and only independent Hispanic multiservices organization serving principally the Puerto Rican and other Latino residents of Philadelphia, provides the following vocational and employment services: job placement; vocational counseling; job readiness orientation; youth employment, counseling, and training; and educational programs.


Consortium Community MH/MR Center
University City Counseling Center
451 University Avenue
Philadelphia PA 19104
Main: 215-596-8163
Psychiatric Emergencies: Community Mental Health Centers Catchment Area 3. Children's Psychiatric Emergency Services.


Consortium Community MH/MR Center
Southwest Counseling Center
6408 Woodland Avenue
Philadelphia PA 19142
Main: 215-596-8163
Psychiatric Emergencies: Community Mental Health Centers Catchment Area 3. Children's Psychiatric Emergency Services.


Consortium Inc
Preschool Early Intervention Program
111 North 48th Street
Philadelphia PA 19139
Main: 215-472-6977
Special Services: Preschool Services Preschool Services. This program provides home-based services for children from birth to 3 years. It also provides center-based services to children 3 to 6 years of age with transportation to the program.


Consortium, Inc.
Community MH/MR Center
4219 Chester Avenue
Philadelphia PA 19104
Main: 215-596-8170
Outpatient Treatment: Community Mental Health Centers Catchment Area 3 West Philadelphia Community Mental Health Center - Base Service Unit (BSU)


Consortium, Inc.
Community MH/MR Center
26 South 40th Street
Philadelphia PA 19104
Main: 215-596-8300
In-home Services: Family Based MH Services Offers Family-Based Mental Health Services.


CONTACT - Care Line of Greater Philadelphia
PO Box 2516
Bala Cynwyd PA 19004
Main: 215-879-4402
Main: 610-649-5250
Hotlines: Mental Health All ages - crisis intervention, therapeutic listening, some referral, and reassurance calls for the elderly or confined.
Psychiatric Emergencies: Immediate Help All ages - crisis intervention, therapeutic listening, some referral, and reassurance calls for the elderly or confined.


Coordinating Office for Drug & Alcohol Abuse Programs (CODAAP)
Philadelphia Department of Public Health
1101 Market Street 8th Floor
Philadelphia PA 19107
Main: 215-546-5403
Toll Free: 888-545-2600
Advocacy and Support: Legal Advocacy
Hotlines: Drug & Alcohol Drug & Alcohol. First hotline is for people without insurance. Information and referral. CODAAP administers Philadelphia’s drug & alcohol treatment programs.
Outpatient Treatment: Administrative Agencies CODAAP administers teh city's drug and alcohol treatment programs.


Coordinating Office for Drug & Alcohol Abuse Programs (CODAAP)
Philadelphia Department of Public Health
801 Market Street, Suite 7200
Philadelphia PA 19107
Main: 215-685-5444
Outpatient Treatment: Administrative Agencies Drug & Alcohol. CODAAP administers the city's drug and alcohol treatment programs. CODAAP maintains responsibility for planning, funding and monitoring substance abuse prevention, intervention and treatment services within the city of Philadelphia.
Outpatient Treatment: Evaluations CODAAP administers the city's drug and alcohol treatment programs. CODAAP maintains responsibility for planning, funding and monitoring substance abuse prevention, intervention and treatment services within the city of Philadelphia. Through contracts with a network of community providers, CODAAP offers an array of prevention and treatment services, including, Intensive outpatient substance abuse treatment services , Drug-free and methadone maintenance services, Detoxification, Residential services, Recovery housing, Case management. CODAAP also offers persons in recovery a range of core social service supports, such as: life skills training, domestic violence counseling, family parenting skills, recreation therapy, sexual abuse counseling, literacy training and nutrition education.
Special Services: Drug & Alcohol Abuse CODAAP administers the city's drug and alcohol treatment programs. CODAAP maintains responsibility for planning, funding and monitoring substance abuse prevention, intervention and treatment services within the city of Philadelphia. Through contracts with a network of community providers, CODAAP offers an array of prevention and treatment services, including, Intensive outpatient substance abuse treatment services , Drug-free and methadone maintenance services, Detoxification, Residential services, Recovery housing, Case management. CODAAP also offers persons in recovery a range of core social service supports, such as: life skills training, domestic violence counseling, family parenting skills, recreation therapy, sexual abuse counseling, literacy training and nutrition education.


CORA-Neumann Center
1000 Orthodox Street
Philadelphia PA 19124
Main: 215-535-2957
URL: [www.coraservices.com]
Special Education: Vocational The Neumann Center is an alternative education and job training program, serving students who have dropped out of public or parochial high school. The Center supports these students' efforts to obtain a GED, computer and clerical skills, and life skills. Students come from every part of the city to participate in job training, job placement assistance, teen parenting classes, counseling, drug and alcohol prevention programs, and to clarify short and long term career goals. These "at risk" youth, ages 16-21, must pass an interview process to enter the program.
Vocational Education: Alternative Education/Job Training The Neumann Center is an alternative education and job training program, serving students who have dropped out of public or parochial high school. The Center supports these students' efforts to obtain a GED, computer and clerical skills, and life skills. Students come from every part of the city to participate in job training, job placement assistance, teen parenting classes, counseling, drug and alcohol prevention programs, and to clarify short and long term career goals. These "at risk" youth, ages 16-21, must pass an interview process to enter the program.
Vocational Education: Other Community Services The Neumann Center is an alternative education and job training program, serving students who have dropped out of public or parochial high school. The Center supports these students' efforts to obtain a GED, computer and clerical skills, and life skills. Students come from every part of the city to participate in job training, job placement assistance, teen parenting classes, counseling, drug and alcohol prevention programs, and to clarify short and long term career goals. These "at risk" youth, ages 16-21, must pass an interview process to enter the program.


CORA Services
8540 Verree Road
Philadelphia PA 19111
Main: 215-342-7660
URL: [www.coraservices.com]
Outpatient Treatment: Additional Evaluation Agency CORA provides individual, family, and group counseling; psychological services; parenting education; adolescent pregnancy programs; teen intervention and community outreach services; drug and alcohol prevention and intervention; school dropout programs; school intervention programs; professional development; and in-service training.
Outpatient Treatment: Other Treatment Agencies CORA provides individual, family, and group counseling; psychological services; parenting education; adolescent pregnancy programs; teen intervention and community outreach services; drug and alcohol prevention and intervention; school dropout programs; school intervention programs; professional development; and in-service training.
Special Education: Evaluation Through Pennsylvania's Act 89, CORA provides auxiliary school services in area nonpublic schools.
Special Services: Drug & Alcohol Abuse Outpatient drug and alcohol services. CORA is licensed to provide drug and alcohol counseling services on an outpatient basis to clients of all ages. Services are private and confidential and are available to those abusing drugs or alcohol or both, as well as those affected by a loved one's substance abuse.
Special Services: Drug & Alcohol Abuse - Outpatient Treatment CORA is licensed to provide drug and alcohol counseling services on an outpatient basis to clients of all ages. Services are private and confidential and are available to those abusing drugs or alcohol or both, as well as those affected by a loved one's substance abuse.


Cornell Abraxas Center for Adolescent Females
306 Penn Avenue
Wilkinsburg PA 15221
Main: 412-244-3710
URL: [www.cornellcompanies.com]
Special Services: Drug & Alcohol Abuse Drug & Alcohol--Residential Treatment. Situated in a Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania neighborhood, Cornell Abraxas Center for Adolescent Females (CACAF) is a 46-bed, staff secure, intensive residential program for delinquent and dependent females, 13 to 18 years of age. Young women referred to the program typically have histories of substance abuse and mental health issues, deficiencies in education, as well as behavioral, legal and family problems. The length of stay averages nine months, but varies depending on individual need and progress.
Special Services: Drug & Alcohol Abuse - Residential Treatment Situated in a Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania neighborhood, Cornell Abraxas Center for Adolescent Females (CACAF) is a 46-bed, staff secure, intensive residential program for delinquent and dependent females, 13 to 18 years of age. Young women referred to the program typically have histories of substance abuse and mental health issues, deficiencies in education, as well as behavioral, legal and family problems. The length of stay averages nine months, but varies depending on individual need and progress.


Cornell Abraxas I
PO Box 59
Marienville PA 16239
Toll Free: 800-352-3402
Main: 814-927-6615
URL: [www.cornellcompanies.com]
Special Services: Drug & Alcohol Abuse Drug & Alcohol--Residential Treatment. Cornell Abraxas I (CAI) is located in the Allegheny National Forest in Marienville, Pennsylvania. The facility has a service capacity of 248 beds and operates as a staff-secure residential facility for the care and treatment of delinquent and dependent male adolescents, 14 to 18 years of age who have substance abuse problems and/or are involved in the sale or delivery of a controlled substance. The average length of stay at the facility is 10 months.
Special Services: Drug & Alcohol Abuse - Residential Treatment Cornell Abraxas I (CAI) is located in the Allegheny National Forest in Marienville, Pennsylvania. The facility has a service capacity of 248 beds and operates as a staff-secure residential facility for the care and treatment of delinquent and dependent male adolescents, 14 to 18 years of age who have substance abuse problems and/or are involved in the sale or delivery of a controlled substance. The average length of stay at the facility is 10 months.


Counseling and Therapy Associates
Wives Self-Help Foundation
8001 Roosevelt Blvd Suite 205, Smylie Times Building
Philadelphia PA 19152
Main: 215-332-2311
Hotlines: Women General counseling services available.
Outpatient Treatment: Other Treatment Agencies The service provides individual, couple, and family counseling for such issues as stress, depression, anxiety, physical abuse, marital problems, and substance abuse. Counseling is available for children and adolescent problems, including conflicts with parents, drug and alcohol abuse, school problems, and physical and sexual abuse.
Outpatient Treatment: Specialized Agency The service provides individual, couple, and family counseling for such issues as stress, depression, anxiety, physical abuse, marital problems, and substance abuse. Counseling is available for children and adolescent problems, including conflicts with parents, drug and alcohol abuse, school problems, and physical and sexual abuse.


Covenant House Health Services
Primary Health Care Center/Federally Funded Community Health Center
251 East Bringhurst Street
Philadelphia PA 19144
Main: 215-844-1020
Special Services: Other Services The program offers physical exams, medical treatment, and health education, including AIDS, STD, contraceptives, career options, and nutrition. The Teen Clinic is open Wednesdays from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. To be seen other times you need an appointment. A walk-in pregnancy testing clinic is available as well.


Critical Path AIDS Project
AIDS Library
1233 Locust Street 2nd Floor
Philadelphia PA 19107
Main: 215-985-4851
URL: [www.critpath.org]
Special Services: Sexual Health Sexual Health. Critical Path provides easy access to a full range of potentially life-extending or life-saving AIDS prevention, treatment and referral information. Critical Path makes it easier for individuals and their health care providers to make informed treatment decisions, based on the very latest, most complete and accurate treatment information and clinical trials findings available. Their website offers a wealth of information.


Defender Association of Philadelphia
1441 Sansom Street
Philadelphia PA 19102
Main: 215-568-3190
Legal Resources: Defender
Legal Resources: Help The Public Defender will represent you at a commitment hearing, try to have you released if you want to leave the hospital, help you learn about your rights, and help you understand how the hospital works.


Defender Association of Philadelphia
Federal Court Division
601 Walnut Street Curtis Center, Suite 540 West
Philadelphia PA 19106
Main: 215-928-1100
Legal Resources: Defender The Defender Association of Philadelphia provides representation, through court appointment, in adult and juvenile state courts, in the federal court, at civil and criminal mental health hearings, and as child advocates for dependent and neglected children. The Defender Association provides representation to juveniles at commitment hearings when appointed to do so by the Court.
Legal Resources: Help The Defender Association of Philadelphia provides representation, through court appointment, in adult and juvenile state courts, in the federal court, at civil and criminal mental health hearings, and as child advocates for dependent and neglected children. The Defender Association provides representation to juveniles at commitment hearings when appointed to do so by the Court.


Department of Human Services
City of Philadelphia
1515 Arch Street
Philadelphia PA 19102
Hotline: 215-683-6100
Main: 215-686-1776
Hotlines: Sexual Abuse Child Sexual Abuse.
Special Services: Caretaker Abuse
Special Services: Child Sexual Abuse


Devereux Childhood Autism Research & Education Service (CARES)
620 Boot Road
Downingtown PA 19335
Main: 610-873-4930
URL: [www.devereux.org]
Special Services: Autism Devereux Childhood Autism Research and Education Services (CARES) is a center based, day education program for young children (ages 5-8) with autism.


Devereux Foundation
Mapleton Psychiatric Institute
PO Box 297 655 Sugartown Road
Malvern PA 19355
Toll Free: 800-935-6789
Toll Free: 800-433-1184
Main: 610-296-6830
URL: [www.devereux.org]
Inpatient Hospitalization: Inpatient Units Formerly called the Mapleton Psychiatric Institute, the Children’s Behavioral Health Center provides inpatient acute hospital care for children ages 4 to 17. An array of treatment interventions are used, including individual, group, and family therapy, as well as small group academic instruction.
Residential Treatment: Education The Mapleton residential programs offer a continuum of care to children and adolescents who experience severe psychiatric problems.
Residential Treatment: Sample Programs


Devereux Foundation
444 Devereux Drive PO Box 638
Villanova PA 19085
Main: 800-935-6789
URL: [www.devereux.org]
Outpatient Treatment: Other Treatment Agencies Devereux is a nationwide network of treatment programs for individuals of all ages who have a wide range of emotional and/or developmental disabilities. Services in Southeastern Pennsylvania include inpatient and partial hospitalization, residential treatment, community-based programs, and outpatient services.
Outpatient Treatment: Specialized Agency Age range served: 5 to 21 years. Devereux is a nationwide network of treatment programs for individuals of all ages who have a wide range of emotional and/or developmental disabilities. Services in Southeastern Pennsylvania include inpatient and partial hospitalization, residential treatment, community-based programs, and outpatient services.


Devereux Foundation--Beneto Center
Partial Hospital Programs
564 Nutt Road
Phoenixville PA 19460
Toll Free: 800-935-6789
URL: [www.devereux.org]
Day Treatment: School Programs The Devereux Adolescent Partial Program serves children ages 12 to 18 as a step down from inpatient, or on direct referral. The adolescents in this program may have diagnoses such as depression, conduct disorder, anxiety, PTSD, and ADHD among others. Education is provided daily in coordination with the home school. Family involvement is an important part of the treatment program. Adolescents in this program receive group, individual and family therapy with a focus on coping and life skills development. The therapeutic approach is directive using behavioral and cognitive intervention to assist adolescents to move to a less restrictive level of care.


Devereux Foundation--Beneto Center
Devereux Day School
600 Boot Road
Downingtown PA 19335
Toll Free: 800-935-6789
URL: [www.devereux.org]
Day Treatment: School Programs The Devereux Day School provides both special education programming and mental health services for grades K through 12. The Day School is a day treatment center for children and adolescents with special education needs. It provides a supportive school environment for children and adolescents who have severe emotional disorders including difficulties forming positive relationships, instability of mood and temperament, moderate to severe difficulty in social situations, and trouble in the normal school environment. Transition programming includes: work placement, vocational training, parent/family support, individual management programming, individual/group counseling. Psychiatric, Psychological, Speech and diagnostic medical services are available at the Day School Program. The Devereux Day School is a Pennsylvania Department of Education approved private school.


Devereux Foundation--Brandywine
PO Box 69
Glenmore PA 19343
Toll Free: 800-935-6789
URL: [www.devereux.org]
Residential Treatment: Education The Brandywine programs provide residential, clinical, and special education programs for boys ages 6 to 18 years. The boys usually suffer from disruptive behavioral disorders, mood and thought disorders, and high levels of maladaptive and social impairment.
Residential Treatment: Sample Programs


Devereux Foundation--Gateway
3240 Saint David Road
Newtown Square PA 19073
Toll Free: 800-935-6789
URL: [www.devereux.org]
Residential Treatment: Education The Gateway program serves females, ages 10 to 18. The goals of the residential program are to improve interpersonal problem solving and impulse control, to assess and stabilize underlying psychiatric disorders, and to return the child to a less restrictive setting after treatment.
Residential Treatment: Sample Programs


Disabilities Law Project (DLP)
1315 Walnut Street Suite 400
Philadelphia PA 19107
Main: 215-238-8070
URL: [www.dlp-pa.org]
Advocacy and Support: Legal Advocacy DLP provides free legal assistance in selected cases to individuals with disabilities, their families, and their advocates. DLP identifies systemic issues which are important to people with disabilities and seeks change through litigation, administrative advocacy, and public education. Legal services provided include legal consultation & representation in negotiations and hearings.
Advocacy and Support: Pennsylvania Resources
Legal Resources: Help DLP provides free legal assistance in selected cases to individuals with disabilities, their families, and their advocates. DLP identifies systemic issues which are important to people with disabilities and seeks change through litigation, administrative advocacy, and public education. Legal services provided include legal consultation & representation in negotiations and hearings.


Drexel University College of Medicine
Eastern PA Psychiatric Institute (EPPI)
Department of Child & Adolescent Psychiatry 3200 Henry Avenue
Philadelphia PA 19129
Toll Free: 888-888-8131
Main: 215-842-4200
Main: 215-842-4038
Main: 215-842-4039
Day Treatment: School Programs EPPI offers two partial programs, a half-day program for preschool children ages 3 to 5 and a school-age program which provides clinical services to children ages 6 to 12. The partial program is a long-term one with an average stay of 8 months. Direct dial at 215-842-4420.
Inpatient Hospitalization: Inpatient Units This psychiatric Institute provides a 12-bed psychiatric unit for children and a 36-bed psychiatric unit for adolescents with emotional and behavioral illnesses. The adolescent unit is separated into an 18-bed young men’s unit and an 18-bed young women’s unit. Treatment modalities include individual, group, and family psychotherapy; creative arts; recreational and behavioral therapy; complete psychological testing; and school instruction. All medical disciplines are used for treatment of children with medical difficulties. Special expertise in psycho-pharmacology is available.
Outpatient Treatment: Other Treatment Agencies The institute provides comprehensive clinical services to children, adolescents, and their families on an outpatient basis. Hours are from 8am to 8pm Monday-Friday. Direct dial 215-842-4406.
Outpatient Treatment: Specialized Agency The institute provides comprehensive clinical services to children, adolescents, and their families on an outpatient basis. Hours are from 8am to 8pm Monday-Friday.
Psychiatric Emergencies: Private Hospitals Direct dial 215-842-4415. Hospital-based psychiatric emergency care.


Due Process Information Center
Pennsylvania Department of Education Office for Dispute Resolution
6340 Flank Drive Suite 600
Harrisburg PA 17112
Toll Free: 800-222-3353
Special Education: Administration For help with requesting a due process hearing.


Durham School
School District of Philadelphia
16th & Lombard Streets
Philadelphia PA 19146
Main: 215-875-5771
Administration: 215-875-5744
Special Services: Preschool Services Contact for information about the Durham Child Development Center.
Special Services: Preschool Services - Philadelphia School District


Education Law Center (ELC)
1315 Walnut Street 4th Floor
Philadelphia PA 19107
Main: 215-238-6970
Administration: 215-238-8070
URL: [www.elc-pa.org]
Advocacy and Support: Legal Advocacy ELC provides free legal advice to parents, children, and advocates regarding the rights of children in the public school system in Philadelphia (and throughout the state). ELC provides fact sheets on specific topics and publishes two manuals, "The Right to Special Education in Pennsylvania: A Guide for Parents" and "Special Education in a Nutshell." These manuals and fact sheets are also available on the ELC website.
Advocacy and Support: Pennsylvania Resources ELC provides free legal advice to parents, children, and advocates regarding the rights of children in the public school system in Philadelphia (and throughout the state). ELC provides fact sheets on specific topics and publishes two manuals, "The Right to Special Education in Pennsylvania: A Guide for Parents" and "Special Education in a Nutshell." These manuals and fact sheets are also available on the ELC website.
Legal Resources: Help ELC provides free legal advice to parents, children, and advocates regarding the rights of children in the public school system in Philadelphia (and throughout the state). ELC provides fact sheets on specific topics and publishes two manuals, "The Right to Special Education in Pennsylvania: A Guide for Parents" and "Special Education in a Nutshell." These manuals and fact sheets are also available on the ELC website.
Residential Treatment: Advocacy Offers information about education rights for children who are living in a residential facility.
Special Education: Advocacy
Special Education: Charter Schools
Special Education: Evaluation
Special Education: Legal Assistance ELC provides free legal advice to parents, children, and advocates regarding the rights of children in the public school system in Philadelphia (and throughout the state). ELC provides fact sheets on specific topics and publishes two manuals, "The Right to Special Education in Pennsylvania: A Guide for Parents" and "Special Education in a Nutshell." These manuals and fact sheets are also available on the ELC website.
Special Education: Other information


Elwyn, Inc.
4040 Market Street
Philadelphia PA 19104
Main: 215-895-5500
URL: [www.elwyn.org]
Special Education: Evaluation This program provides auxiliary educational services to approximately 6,500 students in grades K-12 attending nonpublic schools in Philadelphia. Services are offered on site at the schools and include: remedial reading and math, guidance and counseling, career awareness, psychological evaluation and consultation, special services, speech-language therapy, study skills instruction, as well as orientation and mobility training and vision instruction for visually impaired and blind students.
Vocational Education: Other Community Services This program serves people in aftercare and/or those who have a psychiatric history. Its services include a work activities center, sheltered employment, occupational training, job placement, independent living, and skills training.


ERIC Clearinghouse on Disabilities and Gifted Education
Council for Exceptional Children
1110 North Glebe Road, Suite 300
Arlington VA 22201
Main: 703-620-3660
TTY/TDD: 703-264-9446
URL: [www.cec.sped.org]
National Organizations: Information


Fairmount Behavioral Health
561 Fairthorne Avenue
Philadelphia PA 19128
Main: 215-487-4100
Toll Free: 800-235-0200
URL: [www.fairmountbhs.com/]
Psychiatric Emergencies: Private Hospitals Hospital-based psychiatric emergency care.


Fairmount Behavioral Health
Child & Adolescent Inpatient Hospital
561 Fairthorne Avenue
Philadelphia PA 19128
Main: 215-487-4100
Toll Free: 800-235-0200
URL: [www.fairmountbhs.com]
Inpatient Hospitalization: Inpatient Units This private psychiatric hospital offers intensive inpatient services for children (4-12 years) and adolescents (13-18 years).


Fairmount Behavioral Health
Adolescent Partial Program
561 Fairthorne Avenue
Philadelphia PA 19128
Main: 215-487-4100
Toll Free: 800-235-0200
URL: [www.fairmountbhs.com]
Day Treatment: School Programs For adolescents who can benefit from intensive treatment without being hospitalized, Fairmount offers an acute day treatment program. The program offers immediate access to a safe, structured environment, while enabling the patient to return home at night and maintain important family relationships. Transportation is available.


Families Anonymous
PO Box 3475
Culver City CA 902313475
Main: 800-736-9805
URL: [www.familiesanonymous.org]
Advocacy and Support: National Organizations The group provides self-help and support for family members and friends who have a loved one with drug/alcohol and/or related behavior problems. There are ongoing (online) E-meetings at www.tabw.org or tabw@insightbb.com.
Advocacy and Support: Parent Support The group provides self-help and support for family members and friends who have a loved one with drug/alcohol and/or related behavior problems. There are ongoing (online) E-meetings at www.tabw.org or tabw@insightbb.com.


Family Resource Center on Disabilities
20 East Jackson Blvd Room 300
Chicago IL 60604
Main: 312-939-3513
URL: [www.frcd.org]
Advocacy and Support: National Organizations


Fatherhood Initiative Program
The Mayor's Office of Community Services
3129 North 22nd Street
Philadelphia PA 19132
Main: 215-685-9730
Special Services: Other Services The Fatherhood Initiative Program offers support, counseling, education, vocational preparation, and life skills training to fathers in Philadelphia who meet federal poverty guidelines. These services are offered in the hope that these fathers will become a strong, positive force within their families.


Federation of Families for Childrens Mental Health
1101 King Street Suite 420
Alexandria VA 22314
Main: 703-684-7710
URL: [www.ffcmh.org]
Advocacy and Support: National Organizations
National Organizations: Information


First Call For Help
United Way of Southeastern Pennsylvania
7 Ben Franklin Parkway
Philadelphia PA 19103
Main: 215-568-3750
Hotlines: Mental Health
Psychiatric Emergencies: Immediate Help Information and referral service available to individuals and groups.


Friends Hospital
Young People's Unit
Roosevelt Blvd & Adams Avenue
Philadelphia PA 19124
Main: 215-831-4600
Toll Free: 800-889-0548
Crisis: 215-831-6902
URL: [www.friendshospitalonline.org]
Inpatient Hospitalization: Inpatient Units The Young People's Unit offers a Children’s Program (ages 5 to 12) and an Adolescent Program (ages 12 to 19). Specialized care is provided for a full spectrum of psychiatric or emotional difficulties. Daily activities of both programs may include social skills, academic instruction, family therapy, expressive therapy and group therapy.
Outpatient Treatment: Other Treatment Agencies Friends Hospital provides comprehensive evaluation, assessment, and referral services for children and adolescents between the ages of 5 and 18, who are experiencing a behavioral health crisis. Referrals are made to the most appropriate setting, whether it be inpatient, partial, or outpatient services.
Outpatient Treatment: Specialized Agency Friends Hospital provides comprehensive evaluation, assessment, and referral services for children and adolescents between the ages of 5 and 18, who are experiencing a behavioral health crisis. Referrals are made to the most appropriate setting, whether it be inpatient, partial, or outpatient services.
Psychiatric Emergencies: Private Hospitals Hospital-based psychiatric emergency care.


Generations United
National Center on Grandparents & Other Relatives
122 C Street NW Suite 820
Washington DC 20001
Main: 202-638-1263
URL: [www.gu.org]
Hotlines: Grandparent Support Provides information about resources that better support grandparents and other relatives raising children.


Good Shepherd Mediation Program
5356 Chew Avenue
Philadelphia PA 19138
Main: 215-843-5413
URL: [www.phillymediators.org]
Special Services: Other Services Other Services. Good Shepherd offers mediation of disputes. Mediation is a process for resolving disputes with the help of a trained, objective third-party called a mediator. The mediator helps the two parties to communicate with each other, clarify and isolate issues, and come to agreement on specific behaviors in problem areas. The disputes may be parent-child, parent-counselor, parent-school, student-teacher, etc. Good Shepherd also offers mediation training for adults and youth.


Grandparent Support Group
Philadelphia Welfare Rights Organization
1231 North Franklin Street
Philadelphia PA 19122
Main: 215-684-3600
Hotlines: Grandparent Support Support group for grandparents or caretakers of children.


Hall-Mercer Community MH/MR Center
Pennsylvania Hospital
245 South 8th Street
Philadelphia PA 19107
Main: 215-829-5554
Administration: 215-829-5553
Day Treatment: School Programs Hall-Mercer offers two Therapeutic Day Programs for young children with serious social-emotional problems. The Therapeutic Activities Program is a therapeutic nursery program for children ages 3 to 5 years. The program meets 3 to 5 days per week, depending on the season. The Shared Time Therapeutic Educational Program is a school day program for children ages 6 to 10 years. It includes intensive treatment and education in basic subjects; meeting days vary based upon whether school is in session.
In-home Services: Intensive Case Management (ICM)
Outpatient Treatment: Community Mental Health Centers Catchment Area 2A Center City/South Philadelphia Community Mental Health Center/Base Service Unit (BSU) Provides mental health evaluations and treatment to children and adolescents ages 3-18 and their families, who are residents of Philadelphia. Referrals are received from area public, parochial and private schools, social service agencies, pediatricians, health centers, managed care organizations (primarily Community Behavioral Health) , police, courts, and residents. Intake evaluations are scheduled with parents and caregivers. Treatment is offered both during the day and early evening hours (by appointment) Monday through Friday. Treatment can include individual therapy, parent-child therapy, parent counseling, family therapy, and medication. If necessary, referral for other services at Hall-Mercer or elsewhere can be made.
Psychiatric Emergencies: Community Mental Health Centers Catchment Area 2A Center City/South Philadelphia
Special Services: Preschool - Other Evaluation Services This program is for young children (ages 3 to 5) who require and can benefit from more intensive outpatient treatment. The program contains a therapeutic nursery and meets 3 days a week from September to June and 5 days a week in July and August.
Special Services: Preschool Services This program is for young children (ages 3 to 5) who require and can benefit from more intensive outpatient treatment. The program contains a therapeutic nursery and meets 3 days a week from September to June and 5 days a week in July and August. Hall-Mercer offers two Therapeutic Day Programs for young children with serious social-emotional problems. The Therapeutic Activities Program is a therapeutic nursery program for children ages 3 to 5 years. The program meets 3 to 5 days per week, depending on the season. The Shared Time Therapeutic Educational Program is a school day program for children ages 6 to 10 years. It includes intensive treatment and education in basic subjects; meeting days vary based upon whether school is in session.


Hall-Mercer Community MH/MR Center
Asian Case Management / Child Program
245 South 8th Street
Philadelphia PA 19107
Main: 215-829-3461
Intake: 215-829-7536
Crisis: 215-829-5433
Intake: 215-829-5203
Outpatient Treatment: Other Treatment Agencies This program provides specialized case management services to children and families in the Southeast Asian Community with mental needs. Case management links children and their families with needed psychiatric and social services. Counselors speak Cambodian and Vietnamese. Also provides outpatient therapy for Chinese speaking children and families.
Outpatient Treatment: Specialized Agency The program provides outpatient therapy for Chinese speaking children and families. This program also provides specialized case management services to children and families in the Southeast Asian community with mental health needs. Case management links children and their families with needed psychiatric and social services. Counselors speak Cambodian and Vietnamese.
Special Services: Non-English Speaking Non-English Speaking Consumers. The program offers case management services and outpatient counseling to children and families in the Southeast Asian community with mental health system needs. Counselors speak Cambodian, Vietnamese, and Chinese.


Health Choices Benefit Consultant (BENOVA)
Toll Free: 800-440-3989
Benefits (Financial and Health Care): Other Assistance


Horizon House Rehabilitation Services, Inc.
Vocational Services Department
120 South 30th Street
Philadelphia PA 19104
Intake: 215-386-3838
Vocational Education: Other Community Services The Vocational Services Department teaches work skills and helps develop the work-related behaviors necessary for vocational trainees to find and keep employment in a competitive job market. It offers clerical, receptionist, food service, janitorial, mailroom, supply room, and food service training in area businesses. Prevocational Industrial Workshop training is available for consumers who are involved in Horizon House Partial Hospitalization Programs. There are opportunities for adult basic education and college preparatory classes, as well as GED.


Horsham Clinic
722 East Butler Pike
Ambler PA 19002
Main: 215-643-7800
Toll Free: 800-237-4447
URL: [www.horshamclinic.com]
Inpatient Hospitalization: Inpatient Units This private psychiatric hospital provides inpatient children's (ages 4 to 9) and adolescents' (ages 10 to 18) programs as well as outpatient day treatment services for both populations. Programs may provide group therapy, structured school time, individual therapy, recreational therapy, and family therapy groups. Complete physical, psychological, and educational assessments are available as needed. Special programs are available for adolescents who are in need of therapy groups dealing with substance abuse through the Dual Diagnosis Program.
Outpatient Treatment: Other Treatment Agencies The Horsham Clinic provides: a Children’s Program (ages 4-9), Early Adolescent Programs (10-13), Adolescent Programs (14-18), and an Adolescent Dual Diagnosis Program (14-18 with chemical dependency diagnosis). A Day Treatment Program is also offered for children and adolescents. The 24-hour Mental Health Crisis Line provides information, face-to-face assessment, and referral for individuals, families, and professionals.
Outpatient Treatment: Specialized Agency The Horsham Clinic provides: a Children's Program (ages 4-9), Early Adolescent Programs (10-13), Adolescent Programs (14-18), and an Adolescent Dual Diagnosis Program (14-18 with chemical dependency diagnosis). A Day Treatment Program is also offered for children and adolescents. The 24-hour Mental Health Crisis Line provides information, face-to-face assessment, and referral for individuals, families, and professionals.
Psychiatric Emergencies: Private Hospitals Hospital-based psychiatric emergency care.
Special Services: Drug & Alcohol Abuse Drug & Alcohol--Residential Treatment. This private psychiatric hospital offers a dual diagnosis program for adolescents (ages 14-18) with an emotional or behavioral problem and a chemical dependency.
Special Services: Drug & Alcohol Abuse - Residential Treatment This private psychiatric hospital offers a dual diagnosis program for adolescents (ages 14-18) with an emotional or behavioral problem and a chemical dependency.


Income Maintenance Helpline
Pennsylvania Department of Public Welfare
Harrisburg PA
Toll Free: 800-692-7462
Benefits (Financial and Health Care): Monetary Benefits
Benefits (Financial and Health Care): TANF


Intercommunity Action, Inc. (INTERAC)
Community MH/MR Center
6122 Ridge Avenue
Philadelphia PA 19128
Main: 215-487-1330
In-home Services: Intensive Case Management (ICM)
Outpatient Treatment: Community Mental Health Centers Catchment Area 6A Community Mental Health Center/Base Service Unit (BSU)
Psychiatric Emergencies: Community Mental Health Centers Catchment Area 6A. Children's Psychiatric Emergency Services.


Intercultural Family Services
(PHACE) Preventing HIV/AIDS in Asian Communities Through Education Programs
4225 Chestnut Street
Philadelphia PA 19104
Main: 215-386-1298
URL: [www.ifsinc.org]
Hotlines: HIV/AIDS/Sexual Health PHACE (pronounced "face") targets women and youth in Asian communities who are at risk of HIV infection and re-infection. The program emphasizes education, specifically outreach activities, including health fairs and social peer-mediated support groups called "house parties."
Special Services: Sexual Health PHACE (pronounced "face") targets women and youth in Asian communities who are at risk of HIV infection and re-infection. The program emphasizes education, specifically outreach activities, including health fairs and social peer-mediated support groups called "house parties."


Intercultural Family Services
4225 Chestnut Street
Philadelphia PA 19104
Main: 215-386-1298
Main: 215-386-8490
URL: [www.ifsinc.org]
Crisis Intervention: Family Service Agencies Offers 24-hour phone line as well as mental health services in Cantonese, Vietnamese, Mandarin, French, Haitian Creole, and Tagalog.


Intercultural Family Services, Inc.
4225 Chestnut Street
Philadelphia PA 19104
Administration: 215-386-1298
Main: 215-386-8490
URL: [www.ifsinc.org]
Special Services: Non-English Speaking Non-English Speaking Consumers. IFSI offers mental health services in Cantonese, Vietnamese, Mandarin, French, Haitian Creole, and Tagalog. Interpreters are available for other languages as needed. Mental health services provided include outpatient treatment; wraparound/EPSDT services; individual, group, & family therapy; medical and psychological evaluations; and art therapy for children. Transportation assistance is provided.


Jewish Family & Children's Agency of Philadelphia
2100 Arch Street 5th Floor
Philadelphia PA 19103
Main: 215-496-9700
URL: [www.jfcsphil.org]
Advocacy and Support: Parent Support JFCS provides a full range of counseling services for children, adolescents, and adults in individual, couple, family, and group treatment. Also provided are education and psychological and psychiatric evaluations, as well as family life education workshops. Another location is in Northeast Philadelphia.
Crisis Intervention: Family Service Agencies
Outpatient Treatment: Family Service Agencies JFCS provides a full range of counseling services for children, adolescents, and adults in individual, couple, family, and group treatment. Also provided are education and psychological and psychiatric evaluations, as well as family life education workshops.


Jewish Family & Children's Service of Philadelphia
Northeast Office
10125 Verree Road
Philadelphia PA 19116
Main: 215-673-0100
URL: [www.jfcsphil.org]
Outpatient Treatment: Family Service Agencies JFCS provides a full range of counseling services for children, adolescents, and adults in individual, couple, family, and group treatment. Also provided are education and psychological and psychiatric evaluations, as well as family life education workshops.
Special Services: Drug & Alcohol Abuse Project Pride 215-934-5551. Project Pride is a drug and alcohol prevention program for children and youth, providing services throughout the Philadelphia School District and sponsored by the Jewish Family and Children's Service.
Special Services: Drug & Alcohol Abuse - Prevention/Early Intervention Project Pride 215-934-5551. Project Pride is a drug and alcohol prevention program for children and youth, providing services throughout the Philadelphia School District and sponsored by the Jewish Family and Children's Service.


John F. Kennedy Community MH/MR Center
112 North Broad Street
Philadelphia PA 19102
Main: 215-568-0860
Intake: 215-568-0860
Day Treatment: School Programs
Outpatient Treatment: Community Mental Health Centers Catchment Area 1. Community Mental Health Center/Base Service Unit (BSU) Individual and family out-patient services at home and community services for children ages 5 to 21. Both programs provide assistance and behavioral shaping, parenting concerns, medication, evaluation, and follow-up care. Interested parents and professionals may arrange for intake by asking for extension 3342.
Psychiatric Emergencies: Community Mental Health Centers Catchment Area 1 for zip codes 2, 3, 6, 7, 21, 22, 23, 30. Children's Psychiatric Emergency Services.
Special Services: Drug & Alcohol Abuse Provides outpatient drug and alcohol services.
Special Services: Drug & Alcohol Abuse - Outpatient Treatment
Vocational Education: Other Community Services Admission preference is given to clients who have completed the center’s partial hospitalization or social rehabilitation programs. Call for detailed information. The center’s Therapeutic Work Program offers job-readiness training, sales experience in the center’s candy store, and training in food services (preparation, service, and clean-up).


Joseph J. Peters Institute
100 South Broad Street 17th Floor
Philadelphia PA 19110
Main: 215-893-0600
Main: 215-701-1560
URL: [www.jjp.org]
Crisis Intervention: Other Services Child Abuse. Offers help with sexual assault or abuse for victims and offenders.
Hotlines: Child Abuse Offers help with sexual assault or abuse for victims and offenders.
Special Services: Child Sexual Abuse The institute offers help with sexual assault or abuse for victims and offenders.


Juvenile Law Center (JLC)
1315 Walnut Street 4th Floor
Philadelphia PA 19107
Main: 215-625-0551
Toll Free: 800-875-8887
URL: [www.jlc.org]
Advocacy and Support: Legal Advocacy JLC works on behalf of children who have come within the purview of public agencies– for example, abused or neglected children placed in foster homes, delinquent youth sent to residential treatment facilities or adult prisons, or children in placement with specialized services needs. Although JLC primarily serves the children of Pennsylvania, it lends its expertise to national child advocacy efforts. JLC’s legal services are at no cost to its clients.
Advocacy and Support: Pennsylvania Resources JLC works on behalf of children who have come within the purview of public agencies– for example, abused or neglected children placed in foster homes, delinquent youth sent to residential treatment facilities or adult prisons, or children in placement with specialized services needs. Although JLC primarily serves the children of Pennsylvania, it lends its expertise to national child advocacy efforts. JLC’s legal services are at no cost to its clients.
Legal Resources: Help JLC works on behalf of children who have come within the purview of public agencies– for example, abused or neglected children placed in foster homes, delinquent youth sent to residential treatment facilities or adult prisons, or children in placement with specialized services needs. Although JLC primarily serves the children of Pennsylvania, it lends its expertise to national child advocacy efforts. JLC’s legal services are at no cost to its clients.


Juvenile Probation Department
Family Court of Philadelphia
Philadelphia PA 19103
Administration: 215-686-4050
Special Services: Juvenile Justice The Juvenile Probation Department provides supervision and support to youth who have been found guilty of a delinquent act. The Dispositional Planning Unit (DPU) assists the Probation Officers in obtaining the necessary services.


Ken-Crest
Children & Family Services
3132 Midvale Avenue
Philadelphia PA 19129
Administration: 215-844-4620
Administration: 610-825-9360
URL: [www.kencrest.org]
Special Services: Preschool Services Preschool Services. Ken-Crest serves infants, toddlers and preschoolers who have developmental, medical, neurological, orthopedic, behavioral, and learning difficulties. Specialized services include special education, social work, psychology, speech/language therapy, occupational therapy, physical therapy, nursing, and nutrition. All educational, diagnostic, and therapeutic services, as well as transportation, are provided under an individualized plan, which is reviewed as needed. Parents participate fully in the development and implementation of the plans. Ken-Crest's services are funded by public funds and private grants and are without cost to the family. They provide services in your own home, at hospitals, and at various Ken-Crest centers located throughout Philadelphia.


Ken Crest--Kensington
901 East Ontario Street
Philadelphia PA 19134
Main: 215-739-4547
Special Services: Preschool Services Preschool Services.


Ken Crest--North
3907 North Broad Street
Philadelphia PA 19140
Main: 215-227-0534
Special Services: Preschool Services Preschool Services.


Ken Crest--Northeast
7200 Rising Sun Avenue
Philadelphia PA 19111
Main: 215-342-9800
Special Services: Preschool Services Preschool Services.


Ken Crest--Roxborough
401 Martin Street
Philadelphia PA 19128
Main: 215-487-1650
Special Services: Preschool Services Preschool Services.


Ken Crest Services Center--Lehigh
2600 "B" Street
Philadelphia PA 19125
Main: 215-427-1570
Special Services: Preschool Services Preschool Services.


Ken Crest--South I
18th & Morris Streets c/o Saint Thomas Aquinas School
Philadelphia PA 19145
Main: 215-271-8908
Special Services: Preschool Services Preschool Services.


Ken Crest--South II
13th & Jackson Streets c/o Epiphany of Our Lord School
Philadelphia PA 19148
Main: 215-467-2711
Special Services: Preschool Services Preschool Services.


Ken Crest--West
Child Development Center
1730 South 56th Street
Philadelphia PA 19143
Main: 215-724-6500
Special Services: Preschool Services Preschool Services.


Latina Domestic Violence Program
216 West Somerset Street
Philadelphia PA 19133
Main: 215-291-8742
Crisis Intervention: Other Services Women.
Hotlines: Women


Learning Disabilities Association of Pennsylvania
Box 208 Toomey Building, Suite 7
Uwchland PA 19480
Main: 610-458-8193
Advocacy and Support: Pennsylvania Resources This organization provides information and referral for children or adults with learning disabilities.
Special Education: Information & Referral This organization provides information and referral for children and adults with learning disabilities.
Special Education: Other information This organization provides information and referral for children and adults with learning disabilities.
Special Services: Learning Disabilities This group provides information and referral for children or adults with learning disabilities.


Lighthouse, The
Administration/Community Services
152 West Lehigh Avenue
Philadelphia PA 19133
Main: 215-425-7800
Special Services: Pregnancy Prevention/Teen Parents The Lighthouse offers programs for both teen mothers and teen fathers. Services are available in Spanish as well and focus on parent education and job skills training. It has a recreation center, The Lighthouse Recreation Center at 141 West Somerset Street, Philadelphia, PA 19133 which can be reached by calling 215-425-7804.


Lutheran Settlement House
Women's Programs
1340 Frankford Avenue
Philadelphia PA 19125
Main: 215-426-8610
Spanish: 215-235-9992
URL: [www.lutheransettlement.org/]
Crisis Intervention: Other Services Women's crisis service.
Hotlines: Women
Special Services: Non-English Speaking Services offered to English and Spanish speakers.


Mazzoni Clinic
1201 Chestnut Street 3rd Floor
Philadelphia PA 19107
Main: 215-563-0658
Hotlines: HIV/AIDS/Sexual Health HIV counseling and/or testing, free and anonymous.
Special Services: Sexual Health Sexual Health. HIV counseling and/or testing, free and anonymous.


Mental Health Association of Southeastern Pennsylvania (MHASP)
1211 Chestnut Street
Philadelphia PA 19107
Main: 215-751-1800
Toll Free: 800-688-4226
URL: [www.mhasp.org]
Advocacy and Support: Parent Advocacy Parents Involved Network provides advocacy and support to families.
Benefits (Financial and Health Care): Advocacy
Crisis Intervention: Other Services Advocacy, self-help, and peer-support services; information and referral; public and professional education; and parent and family support.
Hotlines: Mental Health
Outpatient Treatment: Advocacy
Psychiatric Emergencies: Immediate Help Advocacy, self-help, and peer-support services; information and referral; public and professional education; and parent and family support.
Special Services: Information & Referral For Information and Referral call 215-751-1800 ext. 216


Mirmont Treatment Center
100 Yearsley Mill Road
Lima PA 19063
Main: 610-744-1400
Toll Free: 800-846-4656
Special Services: Drug & Alcohol Abuse Drug & Alcohol--Residential Treatment. This is a comprehensive substance abuse treatment center for adults, adolescents, and family members. Admissions are made 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Special Services: Drug & Alcohol Abuse - Residential Treatment This is a comprehensive substance abuse treatment center for adults, adolescents, and family members. Admissions are made 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.


Narcotics Anonymous
Philadelphia PA
Main: 215-440-8400
Main: 215-NA-WORKS
Toll Free: 877-871-9281
URL: [www.gprsona.org]
Crisis Intervention: Other Services Drug & Alcohol. Self-help support groups for drug abusers; help in starting new groups. Several Northwest meetings. A 24-hour answering service. Help with drug problems.
Hotlines: Drug & Alcohol Self-help support groups for drug abusers; help in starting new groups. Several Northwest meetings. A 24-hour answering service. Help with drug problems.


National Alliance for the Mentally Ill
2107 Wilson Blvd., Suite 300
Arlington VA 22201
Main: 703-524-7600
Toll Free: 800-950-6264
URL: [www.nami.org]
National Organizations: Information


National Center for Learning Disabilities
381 Park Avenue South Suite 1401
New York NY 10016
Main: 212-545-7510
Toll Free: 800-575-7373
URL: [www.ncld.org]
National Organizations: Information
Special Services: Learning Disabilities The National Center for Learning Disabilities provides national leadership in support of children and adults with learning disabilities (LD) by offering information, resources, and referral services; developing and supporting innovative educational programs; promoting public awareness; and advocating for more effective policies and legislation to help individuals with learning disabilities.


National Information Center for Children & Youth with Disabilities
PO Box 1492
Washington DC 20013
Main: 800-695-0285
Main: 202-884-8200
URL: [www.nichy.org]
Advocacy and Support: National Organizations


National Institute of Mental Health
Public Inquiry
6001 Executive Blvd Room 8184 MSC 9663
Bethesda MD 208929663
Main: 301-443-4513
Advocacy and Support: National Organizations


Nationalities Service Center
1300 Spruce Street
Philadelphia PA 19107
Main: 215-893-8400
Main: 215-893-8415
Special Services: Non-English Speaking Non-English Speaking Consumers. This agency is a multi-service center that offers individual and family counseling, coordinates services, and provides interpreter services and ESL classes for non-English speaking persons. It makes referrals to other agencies, providing mental health services to people in their own language.


National Mental Health Association
2001 North Beauregard Street
Alexandria VA 22311
Main: 703-684-7722
Toll Free: 800-969-6642
TTY/TDD: 800-433-5959
URL: [www.nmha.org]
National Organizations: Information


National Runaway Switchboard
Toll Free: 800-621-4000
TTY/TDD: 800-621-0394
URL: [www.nrscrisisline.org]
Crisis Intervention: Other Services Runaways/Emergency Shelter. The National Runaway Switchboard gives help and hope to youth and their families by providing non-judgmental, confidential crisis intervention and local and national referrals through a 24-hour hotline.
Hotlines: Runaways/Emergency Shelter The National Runaway Switchboard gives help and hope to youth and their families by providing non-judgmental, confidential crisis intervention and local and national referrals through a 24-hour hotline.


National Technical Assistance Center for Children's Mental Health
3307 M Street NW
Washington DC 20007
Main: 202-687-5000
Advocacy and Support: National Organizations


New Directions Residential Treatment Facility
4238 Spruce Street
Philadelphia PA 19104
Main: 215-382-4344
Special Services: Drug & Alcohol Abuse Drug & Alcohol--Residential Treatment. New Directions offers residential treatment services. Programming occurs in small home-like sites, with each site able to accommodate up to 6 adolescents. For children with psychiatric or emotional problems, the focus is on real-life community living skills.
Special Services: Drug & Alcohol Abuse - Outpatient Treatment New Directions offers residential treatment services. Programming occurs in small home-like sites, with each site able to accommodate up to 6 adolescents. For children with psychiatric or emotional problems, the focus is on real-life community living skills.
Special Services: Drug & Alcohol Abuse - Residential Treatment New Directions offers residential treatment services. Programming occurs in small home-like sites, with each site able to accommodate up to 6 adolescents. For children with psychiatric or emotional problems, the focus is on real-life community living skills.


Northeast Community MH/MR Center
Roosevelt Blvd & Adams Avenue Orleans Building
Philadelphia PA 19124
Main: 215-831-2972
Main: 215-831-2974
Outpatient Treatment: Community Mental Health Centers Catchment Area 7A. Northeast Philadelphia Community Mental Health Center/Base Service Unit (BSU)
Psychiatric Emergencies: Community Mental Health Centers Catchment Area 7A. Children's Psychiatric Emergency Services.
Psychiatric Emergencies: Crisis Mobile Services Crisis Mobile Home Visiting Team for Northeast Philadelphia.


Northeast Community MH/MR Center
Children & Youth Services
6728 Rising Sun Avenue 2nd Floor
Philadelphia PA 19111
Main: 215-831-2800
Main: 215-742-2810
Intake: 215-831-2863
Outpatient Treatment: Community Mental Health Centers Children & Youth Services provides outpatient mental health services for children ages 5 years through 18 years old. Individual and Family Therapy are provided to consumers who present a variety of emotional and behavioral problems. Outpatient Psychiatric Services (evaluation, medication, monitoring, consultation) are provided to active therapy clients, as needed. Hours are 9:00 to 5:00 Monday through Friday with additional hours available by appointment.


Northeast Growth & Development Center
7226 Castor Avenue
Philadelphia PA 19149
Main: 215-742-1820
Special Services: Preschool Services Preschool Services. NEGD provides early intervention services for children from birth to 5 years. A full complement of educators and therapists serve children who have a variety of developmental needs. We offer home and family services and center-based and community-based services. Transportation is limited.


Northwest Center, Inc.
21 East Schoolhouse Lane
Philadelphia PA 19144
Main: 215-991-3853
Main: 215-991-3863
In-home Services: Intensive Case Management (ICM) Offers ICM services for children & adolescents.


Northwest Community MH/MR Center
Northwest Human Services
27 East Mount Airy Avenue
Philadelphia PA 19119
Main: 215-248-6700
Outpatient Treatment: Community Mental Health Centers Catchment Area 6B. Northwest Philadelphia Community Mental Health Center/Base Service Unit (BSU)
Psychiatric Emergencies: Community Mental Health Centers Catchment Area 6B. Children's Psychiatric Emergency Services.
Psychiatric Emergencies: Crisis Mobile Services Crisis Mobile Home Visiting Team for Northwest Philadelphia.


Northwestern Human Services
Children's Services
265 East Lehigh Avenue
Philadelphia PA 19125
Main: 215-427-1500
Intake: 215-427-1100
URL: [www.nhsonline.org]
Outpatient Treatment: Specialized Agency Northwestern provides comprehensive services to children and adolescents with emotional/social problems and to their families. These include evaluation and outpatient treatment, intensive case management, and a preschool partial program among others. The center serves both the English- and Spanish-speaking populations.


Northwestern Institute of Psychiatry
450 Bethlehem Pike
Fort Washington PA 19034
Main: 215-641-5300
Toll Free: 800-256-5300
Main: 215-641-5442
Inpatient Hospitalization: Inpatient Units Northwestern is a 146-bed, private psychiatric hospital. It offers both children and adolescent services. The children admitted to the children’s unit are identified with emotional and behavioral problems like aggression, hyperactivity, withdrawal, impulsivity, and severe noncompliance with age-appropriate activities of daily living. Treatment modalities include: individual and/or play therapy, a structured safe environment, psychological testing where appropriate, family therapy, educational programming, recreational and art therapies and comprehensive discharge planning. The adolescent programs’ population is identified with significant psychological dysfunction. Depression, oppositional behavior, conduct problems and acute psychosis are common problems of this group. Treatment is also provided for those patients with significant substance use/abuse. Individual therapy, a structured therapeutic environment, psychological testing, family therapy, educational programming, recreational and art therapies, and comprehensive discharge planning are all part of the adolescent's treatment. All Adolescent Programs include focus groups to address substance abuse. The Children's Program is for 6 to 12 years. The adolescent programs are for 12 to 18 years.
Psychiatric Emergencies: Private Hospitals Hospital-based psychiatric emergency care.


Northwest Human Services
Early Intervention/Preschool Program
6220 Wissahickon Avenue
Philadelphia PA 19144
Main: 215-438-3233
URL: [www.nhsonline.org]
Special Services: Preschool Services This program provides education, speech, occupational, and physical therapy services to preschool children who are referred by Elwyn, Inc. Many of the children have emotional, mental, o physical disabilities that require long term treatment. The support occurs in a classroom setting at the Northwestern facility as well as in Head Start and private day cares across the Germantown section of Philadelphia. The goal of the treatment is to prepare the children for kindergarten and for entry into the normal educational system.


Northwest Human Services
5429 Germantown Avenue
Philadelphia PA 19141
Main: 215-843-6200
Vocational Education: Other Community Services The center runs an industry-integrated program that provides training with companies for a few hours per week. Clients gradually put in more time as they progress. When they are through with the program, job placement counselors help them find work. Call for information on the various programs. All clients must be registered with both the Office of Mental Health and the Office of Vocational Rehabilitation.


Office of Mental Health Acute Services--HOTLINES
Philadelphia Department of Public Health
1101 Market Street 7th Floor
Philadelphia PA 19107
Main: 215-685-6440
Crisis: 215-686-4420
Benefits (Financial and Health Care): Monetary Benefits 24-Hour Hotline.
Emergencies (Psychiatric): Help
Psychiatric Emergencies: Immediate Help
Suicide: Suicide & Crisis Intervention Dial 215-685-6440 for the Delegate Line (Involuntary Commitments). Dial 215-686-4420 for the Suicide Line.


Office of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services, PA Dept. of Public Welfare
Bureau of Operations & Quality Management
Box 2675
Harrisburg PA 17105
Main: 717-772-6054
Legal Resources: Grievance


Office of Mental Health (OMH) Children's Unit
Philadelphia Department of Public Health
1101 Market Street 7th Floor
Philadelphia PA 19107
Administration: 215-685-5400
Main: 215-685-4752
URL: [www.phila-bhs.org]
Advocacy and Support: Parent Advocacy Mental Health concerns regarding medications and treatment can be addressed to the Philadelphia OMH administration.
Legal Resources: Help
Legal Resources: Right to Refuse
Outpatient Treatment: Administrative Agencies OMH provides administrative, fiscal and program planning management for services for adults with severe mental illness and children with severe emotional disturbances. OMH contracts with treatment providers to bring supplemental mental health services to more than 50,000 adults and children annually, many of whom require intensive and specialized care.
Outpatient Treatment: Evaluations OMH provides administrative, fiscal and program planning management for services for adults with severe mental illness and children with severe emotional disturbances. OMH contracts with treatment providers to bring supplemental mental health services to more than 50,000 adults and children annually, many of whom require intensive and specialized care.


Office of Mental Health & Substance Abuse Services, Bureau of Operations and Quality Management
Pennsylvania Department of Public Welfare
Box 2675
Harrisburg PA 17105
Main: 717-772-6054
Legal Resources: Help To order a copy of the Pennsylvania Code for Mental Health Procedures (Chapter 5100).


Office of Mental Health & Substance Abuse Services / Pennsylvania Dept. of Public Welfare
Division of Grievance & Appeals
Beechmont Building PO Box 2675
Harrisburg PA 17105-2675
Main: 717-772-7862
Behavioral Health Contractor: Grievance


Office of Vocational Rehabilitation (OVR)
PA Department of Labor
444 North 3rd Street
Philadelphia PA 19123
Main: 215-560-1900
TTY/TDD: 215-560-6144
Toll Free: 800-442-6381
Vocational Education: Administrative Agencies


Office of Vocational Rehabilitation (OVR)
PA Department of Labor
Compliance Office, 1521 North 6th Street
Harrisburg, PA 17102
Main: 717-787-2521
Vocational Education: Administrative Agencies


OIC Futures
1231 North Broad Street, 2nd Floor
Philadelphia PA 19122
Intake: 215-236-7700
Vocational Education: Other Community Services This program serves individuals with a history of psychiatric illness that has prevented them from finding competitive employment. Training courses are offered in custodial maintenance, building services, office practices, and personal grooming. The program lasts up to 18 months, with extended training as needed. Clients are placed in full or part-time employment to the extent possible. Client must be referred by his or her community MH/MR center.


Parent Action Network (PAN)
Philadelphia Department of Human Services / Division of Community Based Prevention Services
1515 Arch Street
Philadelphia PA 19102
Main: 215-PAR-ENTS
Main: 215-727-3687
Advocacy and Support: Parent Support Help with parenting skills. Free support groups offered around Philadelphia.
Crisis Intervention: Other Services Child Abuse. Help with parenting skills. Free support groups offered around Philadelphia.
Hotlines: Child Abuse Help with parenting skills. Free support groups offered around Philadelphia.


Parent Education Network (PEN)
2107 Industrial Highway
York PA 17402
Toll Free: 800-522-5827
Spanish: 800-441-5028
URL: [www.parentednet.org]
Advocacy and Support: Pennsylvania Resources PEN provides information, training, and individual assistance to parents and children with special needs in order for them to have access to appropriate educational programs.
Special Education: Advocacy PEN provides information, training, and individual assistance to parents and children with special needs in order for them to have access to appropriate educational programs.
Special Education: Other information PEN provides information, training, and individual assistance to parents and children with special needs in order for them to have access to appropriate educational programs.
Special Services: Preschool Services This organization provides information, training, and individual assistance to parents and children with special needs in order to insure access to appropriate educational programs.


Parents & Friends of Lesbians and Gays (PFLAG)
PO Box 15711
Philadelphia PA 19103
Main: 215-572-1833
URL: [www.pflag.org]
Crisis Intervention: Alternative Support Support groups, counseling, and referral.
Crisis Intervention: Other Services Support for LGBT Community. Support groups, counseling, and referral.


Parents Involved Network (PIN)
Mental Health Association of SE PA
1211 Chestnut Street
Philadelphia PA 19107
Main: 215-751-1800
Toll Free: 800-688-4226
URL: [www.pinofpa.org]
Advocacy and Support: Parent Advocacy PIN is a parent-run, statewide network and technical assistance center for families of children and adolescents with emotional or behavioral disorders. PIN assists families by providing support, advocacy, information, and referral. PIN provides families an opportunity to share common concerns, exchange information, identify resources, and influence policy issues affecting children and adolescents who have emotional or behavioral disorders. PIN publishes a booklet called "For the Record" which contains detailed information to help you with effective advocacy for your child.
Advocacy and Support: Parent Support
Advocacy and Support: Pennsylvania Resources
Behavioral Health Contractor: Getting Help
Benefits (Financial and Health Care): Advocacy
In-home Services: Advocacy Offers help to parents with problems or questions related to wraparound services.
In-home Services: Wraparound
Outpatient Treatment: Advocacy
Special Education: Advocacy PIN is a parent-run, statewide network and technical assistance center for families of children and adolescents with emotional or behavioral disorders. PIN assists families by providing support, advocacy, information, and referral. PIN provides families an opportunity to share common concerns, exchange information, identify resources, and influence policy issues affecting children and adolescents who have emotional or behavioral disorders.
Special Education: Charter Schools
Special Education: Other information PIN is a parent-run, statewide network and technical assistance center for families of children and adolescents with emotional or behavioral disorders. PIN assists families by providing support, advocacy, information, and referral. PIN provides families an opportunity to share common concerns, exchange information, identify resources, and influence policy issues affecting children and adolescents who have emotional or behavioral disorders.


PATH Community Integrated Employment Service
8221 Castor Avenue
Philadelphia PA 19152
Intake: 215-831-6383
Vocational Education: Other Community Services This service provides linkage between employers and people with disabilities who want jobs. Employees are trained to meet the demands of the workplace. Employers never pay a fee for long-term support, training, or retraining. This program provides training to applicants suited to a job opening; on-site training by a PATH employment consultant; continual on-the-job support for the employee; ongoing contact to insure employer satisfaction; and retraining to meet changing needs.


PATH, Inc.
Community MH/MR Center
8220 Castor Avenue
Philadelphia PA 19152
Intake: 215-728-4565
Main: 215-728-4600
In-home Services: Intensive Case Management (ICM)
Outpatient Treatment: Community Mental Health Centers Catchment Area 7B. Northeast Philadelphia. Community Mental Health Center/Base Service Unit(BSU)
Psychiatric Emergencies: Community Mental Health Centers Catchment Area 7B. Children's Psychiatric Emergency Services.
Special Services: Drug & Alcohol Abuse - Outpatient Treatment


PATH Independence Industries (PII)
9215 Keystone Street
Philadelphia PA
Intake: 215-624-1862
Vocational Education: Other Community Services PII trains employees to work on specific jobs contracted by outside businesses. Employees work on a variety of potential projects. Services are completed in the PII plant, or a trained crew works on-site at the business.


PA Tourette Syndrome Association
132 West Middle Street
Gettysburg PA 17325
Toll Free: 800-990-3300
URL: [www.patourettesyndrome.org]
Advocacy and Support: Pennsylvania Resources This group provides information, advocacy, support groups, and referral services to patients and their families.


PENN Early Childhood Program
Family Support (West Philadelphia)
3828 Spring Garden Street
Philadelphia PA 19104
Main: 215-387-0832
Special Services: Preschool - Other Evaluation Services PENN Early Childhood Program provides evaluations and community-based early intervention services to developmentally delayed children from birth to 5 years. The services provided to children and their families differ based upon the individual needs of each child. Psychological services and services such as speech therapy, physical therapy, occupational therapy and special education instruction assist in providing the early intervention that developmentally delayed children require. The staff additionally works with day care teachers and parents on implementing therapy goals at school and home.
Special Services: Preschool Services PENN Early Childhood Program provides evaluations and community-based early intervention services to developmentally delayed children from birth to 5 years. The services provided to children and their families differ based upon the individual needs of each child. Psychological services and services such as speech therapy, physical therapy, occupational therapy and special education instruction assist in providing the early intervention that developmentally delayed children require. The staff additionally works with day care teachers and parents on implementing therapy goals at school and home.


PENN Early Childhood Program
Family Support (Chestnut Street Office)
4212 Chestnut Street 2nd Floor
Philadelphia PA 19104
Main: 215-382-3171
Special Services: Preschool - Other Evaluation Services PENN Early Childhood Program provides evaluations and community-based early intervention services to developmentally delayed children from birth to 5 years. The services provided to children and their families differ based upon the individual needs of each child. Psychological services and services such as speech therapy, physical therapy, occupational therapy and special education instruction assist in providing the early intervention that developmentally delayed children require. The staff additionally works with day care teachers and parents on implementing therapy goals at school and home.
Special Services: Preschool Services Preschool Services. PENN Early Childhood Program provides evaluations and community-based early intervention services to developmentally delayed children from birth to 5 years. The services provided to children and their families differ based upon the individual needs of each child. Psychological services and services such as speech therapy, physical therapy, occupational therapy and special education instruction assist in providing the early intervention that developmentally delayed children require. The staff additionally works with day care teachers and parents on implementing therapy goals at school and home.


Pennsylvania Department of Education
Bureau of Special Education
333 Market Street 7th Floor
Harrisburg PA 17126
Main: 717-783-6913
Toll Free: 800-879-2301
URL: [www.pde.state.pa.us]
Residential Treatment: Administrative Agencies Offers help to parents seeking residential services through the school system.
Residential Treatment: Education Offers help to parents seeking residential services through the school system.
Special Education: Administration Contact for a list of state-approved private schools offering full-time special education programs.
Special Education: Information & Referral


Pennsylvania Department of Education
Office for Dispute Resolution
6340 Flank Drive Suite 600
Harrisburg PA 17112
Toll Free: 800-992-4334
Main: 717-541-4960
URL: [www.pahelpline.org/sems]
Special Education: Administration Contact for a copy of "Your Guide to the Mediation Process"


Pennsylvania Department of Health
Bureau of Managed Care
PO Box 90
Harrisburg PA 17108-0080
Behavioral Health Contractor: Grievance For complaints about a provider and its services write to the Pennsylvania Department of Health.


Pennsylvania Department of Public Welfare
Welfare Helpline / General Information
Philadelphia
Main: 800-692-7462
Benefits (Financial and Health Care): Advocacy The helpline responds to inquiries about all income-maintenance programs, including cash assistance, medical assistance, food stamps, and energy assistance.
Benefits (Financial and Health Care): Monetary Benefits


Pennsylvania Health Law Project
924 Cherry Street Suite 300
Philadelphia PA 19107
Toll Free: 800-274-3258
Main: 215-625-3879
URL: [www.phlp.org]
Advocacy and Support: Legal Advocacy PHLP advocates for access to consumer-directed health services for persons with disabilities. It provides information about the Medical Assistance application process.
Advocacy and Support: Pennsylvania Resources PHLP advocates for access to consumer-directed health services for persons with disabilities. It provides information about the Medical Assistance application process.
Behavioral Health Contractor: Getting Help PHLP advocates for access to consumer-directed health services for persons with disabilities. It provides information about the Medical Assistance application process.
Benefits (Financial and Health Care): Advocacy
Legal Resources: When Seeking Treatment PHLP will help you apply for Medical Assistance, CHIP, and Medical Waivers, all of which provide drug and alcohol treatment. PHLP also advocates for clients in these programs.
Special Services: Drug & Alcohol Abuse Drug & Alcohol--Legal Assistance. PHLP will help you apply for Medical Assistance, CHIP, and Medical Waivers, all of which provide drug and alcohol treatment. PHLP also advocates for clients in these programs.


Pennsylvania Insurance Department
1400 Spring Garden Street Room 1701, State Office Building
Philadelphia PA 19130
Main: 215-560-2630
URL: [www.insurance.state.pa.us]
Benefits (Financial and Health Care): CHIP Contact the CHIP program directly at 1-800-986-KIDS
Benefits (Financial and Health Care): Other Assistance


Pennsylvania Insurance Department
Bureau of Consumer Affairs
1321 Strawberry Square
Harrisburg PA 17120
Behavioral Health Contractor: Grievance For complaints about CBH and their policies and proceedures write to the Pennsylvania insurance Department.


Pennsylvania Office of Inspector General
Claims Settlement Hotline
101 South 2nd Street 3rd Floor
Harrisburg PA 17101
Toll Free: 800-932-0935
Benefits (Financial and Health Care): Advocacy The hotline responds to questions dealing with reimbursement or restitution of cash assistance or food.
Benefits (Financial and Health Care): Other Assistance


Pennsylvania Protection & Advocacy, Inc. (PP&A)
1414 North Cameron Street
Harrisburg PA 17103
Toll Free: 800-692-7443
URL: [www.ppainc.org]


Pennsylvania Protection & Advocacy, Inc. (PP&A)
1414 North Cameron Street
Harrisburg PA 17103
Main: 800-692-7443
URL: [www.ppainc.org]
Advocacy and Support: Legal Advocacy This statewide organization provides information advocacy services to persons with developmental and mental health needs.
Advocacy and Support: Pennsylvania Resources This statewide organization provides information advocacy services to persons with developmental and mental health needs.
Special Services: Preschool Services


Pennsylvania Protection & Advocacy (PP&A)
Children's Project
1315 Walnut Street Suite 400
Philadelphia PA 19107
Toll Free: 800-583-6007
URL: [www.ppainc.org]
Advocacy and Support: Legal Advocacy The Children's Project provides information and technical assistance to families who have children with mental, emotional, or physical disabilities. Callers to the Project receive information on their rights, and the rights of their children, within the different child serving systems. These include the special education system; the medical and behavioral health care systems; and the juvenile justice system. Callers learn about each system and how best to negotiate their way through the system's maze. In addition, an effort is made to match callers with experienced parent advocates in their home area.
Special Services: Preschool Services This organization provides information and advocacy services.


Pennsylvania School for the Deaf
100 West School House Lane
Philadelphia PA 19144
Main: 215-951-4700
TTY/TDD: 215-951-4703
URL: [www.psd.org]
Special Services: Hearing Impairments The center offers a collection of deafness-related services to deaf and hard-of-hearing individuals and their families, including information and referral and an Early Intervention Program for families of children diagnosed with hearing loss. Sign language classes are also offered. The Center for Community and Professional Services offers a collection of deafness-related services to deaf and hard-of-hearing individuals and their families, including information and referral and an Early Intervention Program for families of children diagnosed with hearing loss. Sign language calsses are also offered.


Pennsylvania School Reform Network
300 North 2nd Street Commerce Towers, 12th Floor
Harrisburg PA 17101
Main: 717-238-7171
URL: [www.psrn.org]
Special Education: Charter Schools
Special Education: Information & Referral Offers information about charter schools.


Pennsylvania Society for Clinical Social Work
Philadelphia PA
Main: 215-942-0775
Outpatient Treatment: Other Treatment Agencies Therapists in Private Practice.


Penn Women's Center
University of Pennsylvania
3643 Locust Walk
Philadelphia PA 19104
Main: 215-898-8611
URL: [www.vpul.upenn.edu/pwc/]
Crisis Intervention: Other Services Women. Provides advising, advocacy, counseling, referrals, workshops, social events, educational programs, and policy development.
Hotlines: Women Provides advising, advocacy, counseling, referrals, workshops, social events, educational programs, and policy development.


PFLAG Philadelphia
PO Box 15711
Philadelphia PA 19103
Main: 215-572-1833
URL: [www.pflag.org]
Suicide: Related Help Parents, Families and Friends of Lesbians and Gays (PFLAG) provides support and education in matters related to sexual orientation. Parents can contact PFLAG for help and advice about what to do if they suspect their child might be questioning their sexuality.


Philadelphia Anti-Drug/Anti-Violence Network
2700 North 17th Street Suite 200
Philadelphia PA 19132
Main: 215-685-9521
Crisis Intervention: Other Services Drug & Alcohol. Focuses on drug, racial, and youth disturbance city wide by offering immediate response to crisis situations, ongoing organizing and intervention into community and youth violence, substance abuse prevention and education, and a 24-hour hotline providing crisis response and information and referral. Community organizers, intervention, and mediation teams assigned city wide. Also includes a city wide interracial team to focus on incidents of racial violence.
Hotlines: Drug & Alcohol Focuses on drug, racial, and youth disturbance city wide by offering immediate response to crisis situations, ongoing organizing and intervention into community and youth violence, substance abuse prevention and education, and a 24-hour hotline providing crisis response and information and referral. Community organizers, intervention, and mediation teams assigned city wide. Also includes a city-wide interracial team to focus on incidents of racial violence.


Philadelphia Bar Association
Lawyer Referral & Information Service
1101 Market Street 11th Floor
Philadelphia PA 19107
Main: 215-238-6333
URL: [www.philabar.org]
Legal Resources: Help LRIS’ staff attorneys handle more than 60,000 telephone inquiries each year. The attorneys answer basic legal questions, direct callers to appropriate agencies or legal aid organizations for help and, where appropriate, refer callers to attorneys in private practice to represent them in legal matters. Services provided over the phone are free; when referred to an attorney, the reduced fee is $25 for the first half-hour consultation.
Legal Resources: LRIS LRIS’ staff attorneys handle more than 60,000 telephone inquiries each year. The attorneys answer basic legal questions, direct callers to appropriate agencies or legal aid organizations for help and, where appropriate, refer callers to attorneys in private practice to represent them in legal matters. Services provided over the phone are free; when referred to an attorney, the reduced fee is $25 for the first half-hour consultation.


Philadelphia Center for Human Development
Belmont Behavioral Health
10360 Drummond Road
Philadelphia PA 19154
Main: 215-632-6400
URL: [www.einstein.edu]
Special Services: Eating Disorders


Philadelphia Children's Alliance
4000 Chestnut Street 2nd Floor
Philadelphia PA 19104
Main: 215-387-9500
URL: [www.philachildrensalliance.org]
Crisis Intervention: Other Services Helps sexually abused children with counseling, advocacy, education, emotional support, information, and referral.
Hotlines: Child Abuse Helps sexually abused children with counseling, advocacy, education, emotional support, information, and referral.


Philadelphia Community Health Alternatives (PCHA)
Open Door Counseling Program
1201 Chestnut Street
Philadelphia PA 19107
Main: 215-563-0652 ext. 209
URL: [www.pcha1.org]
Crisis Intervention: Alternative Support Confidential counseling for LGBT individuals or those questioning their sexual orientation. Also offers support for parents of LGBT/questioning kids and for children of LGBT parents.
Hotlines: HIV/AIDS/Sexual Health Support for LGBT Community. Confidential counseling for LGBT individuals or those questioning their sexual orientation. Also offers support for parents of LGBT/questioning kids and for children of LGBT parents.
Special Services: Sexual Health Open Door is an outpatient mental health program that offers confidential counseling for lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgendered (LGBT) individuals or those questioning their sexual orientation. Also offers support for parents of LGBT/questioning kids and for children of LGBT parents.


Philadelphia Community Health Alternatives (PCHA)
Ally Safe School Network
1201 Chestnut Street
Philadelphia PA 19107
Main: 215-563-0663 ext. 219
URL: [www.pcha1.org]
Special Services: Sexual Health The Ally Safe Schools Network is a program of the School District of Philadelphia in collaboration with PCHA. Allies are school staff members in the Philadelphia public schools. They reach out to students who are lesbian, gay, bisexual or transgendered (LGBT) students who have LGBT family members or friends, students who are being harassed because they're perceived as LGBT, or any student who wants to talk about sexual orientation or gender identity. Allies offer a safe place to talk, get information, find resources, and figure out solutions. Gay-Straight Alliance student groups have formed in ten Philadelphia public high schools so far, founded by Allies and students working together.


Philadelphia County Assistance Office
Community Services Department
1400 Spring Garden Street 6th Floor
Philadelphia PA 19130
Main: 215-560-2547
Benefits (Financial and Health Care): Medicaid
Benefits (Financial and Health Care): Other Assistance Applications for Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) may be made at the County Assistance Office (CAO) serving the area in whic you reside. Medicaid or Medical Assistance applications are also processed at the CAO
Benefits (Financial and Health Care): TANF


Philadelphia Department of Human Services (DHS)
Community-Based Prevention Services
1515 Arch Street
Philadelphia PA 19102
Main: 215-683-5700
Special Services: Information & Referral The DHS Division of Community-Based Prevention Services supports a wide network of neighborhood-based programs aimed at providing positive opportunities for children and youth and at preventing child abuse, neglect, and delinquency. The menu of services includes after-school and youth development programs, voluntary case management for children and families, parenting education and support programs, specialized delinquency prevention programs, and a variety of school-based case management and support programs.


Philadelphia Department of Human Services (DHS)
Children & Youth
1515 Arch Street
Philadelphia PA 19102
Main: 215-683-6100
Main: 215-683-4-DHS (347)
Special Services: Information & Referral The following services are provided by Philadelphia Department of Human Services: protective services, in-home family counseling, family preservation, services to children in their own home (SCOH), placement services, family-to-family initiative, and adoption services.


Philadelphia Department of Human Services (DHS)
Parenting Collaborative
1515 Arch Street
Philadelphia PA 19102
Main: 215-PAR-ENTS
Main: 215-683-4-DHS
Special Services: Information & Referral DHS offers "Helping Hands: A Parenting Resource Directory." Contact them for this guide to parenting education resources.


Philadelphia District Attorney's Office
Family Violence & Sexual Assault Unit
1421 Arch Street 7th Floor
Philadelphia PA 19102
Main: 215-686-8096
Special Services: Child Sexual Abuse Child Sexual Abuse.


Philadelphia Fight
1233 Locust Street 5th Floor
Philadelphia PA 19107
Main: 215-985-4448
URL: [www.fight.org]
Hotlines: HIV/AIDS/Sexual Health Information and referral about HIV and AIDS and related services.
Special Services: Sexual Health Philadelphia FIGHT is a comprehensive AIDS service organization providing primary care, consumer education, advocacy and research on potential treatments and potential vaccines. In addition to treatment and research, FIGHT is home to a strong array of prevention, education, and information services including The AIDS Library, the Youth Health Empowerment Project (Y-HEP), and Critical Path AIDS Project.


Philadelphia Mental Health Center (PMHC)
1235 Pine Street
Philadelphia PA 19107
Main: 215-735-9379
Outpatient Treatment: Additional Evaluation Agency Outpatient therapy is provided to people of all ages, treatment uses a variety of modalities.
Outpatient Treatment: Other Treatment Agencies Outpatient therapy is provided to people of all ages, treatment uses a variety of modalities.


Philadelphia Society of Clinical Psychologists
8460 Limekiln Pike
Wyncote PA 19095
Main: 215-885-2562
Outpatient Treatment: Other Treatment Agencies Therapists in Private Practice.


Philadelphia Welfare Rights Organization
1231 North Franklin Street
Philadelphia PA 19122
Main: 215-684-3600
Main: 215-684-3601
Main: 215-684-3602
Benefits (Financial and Health Care): Advocacy


Poison Center
Children's Hosital of Philadelphia
34th Street & Civic Center Boulevard
Philadelphia PA 19104
Toll Free: 800-222-1222
Crisis Intervention: Other Services Drug & Alcohol. Provides 24-hour-a-day emergency hotline for poisoning incidents and poison information.
Hotlines: Drug & Alcohol


Porter Sargent Publishers
11 Beacon Street
Boston MA 02108
Main: 617-523-1670
URL: [www.portersargent.com]
Residential Treatment: Other Information Publishes "Handbook of Private Schools," a resource which contains residential treatment resources.
Special Education: Approved Private Schools Special Education Series: Request the Handbook of Private Schools.


Reasonable Efforts In Assessment, Access and Prevention Unit (RESSP)
Family Court of Philadelphia
Philadelphia PA 19103
Intake: 215-686-8328
Special Services: Juvenile Justice Help in obtaining services for children with serious drug and alcohol problems and for children who are chronically truant.


Renewal Center, Inc.
2705 Old Bethlehem Pike
Quakertown PA 18951
Main: 215-536-9070
Special Services: Drug & Alcohol Abuse Renewal offers residential substance abuse treatment programs.
Special Services: Drug & Alcohol Abuse - Residential Treatment Renewal offers residential substance abuse treatment programs.


Renfrew Center
475 Spring Lane
Philadelphia PA 19128
Main: 215-482-5353
Toll Free: 800-REN-FREW
URL: [www.renfrewcenter.com]
Special Services: Eating Disorders Renfrew offers a full continuum of care for women (ages 14 and up) suffering from anorexia, bulimia, compulsive eating, depression, anxiety, and other women’s mental health problems. The center offers residential, day, and outpatient treatment. Men are accepted in the outpatient program as well.


Research & Training Center on Children's Mental Health
Lewis De La Parta Florida Mental Health Institute
13301 Bruce B. Downs Blvd.
Tampa FL 33612
Main: 814-974-4585
Administration: 813-974-4661
URL: [rtckids.fmhi.usf.edu/]
Advocacy and Support: National Organizations
National Organizations: Information


Research & Training Center on Family Support and Children's Mental Health
Portland State University
PO Box 751
Portland OR 97207
Main: 503-725-4040
URL: [www.rtc.pdx.edu]
Advocacy and Support: National Organizations
National Organizations: Information


SafeGuards: A Men's Health Project
1211 Chestnut Street Suite 810
Philadelphia PA 19107
Main: 215-496-9560
URL: [www.safeguards.org]
Special Services: Sexual Health The SafeGuards is a volunteer-driven organization dedicated to promoting the overall good health of gay and bisexual men, especially as it regards the practice of safer sex and the reduction of HIV/STD transmission. SafeGuards offers health counseling, support & discussion groups, workshops & forums, and outreach in the community.


Salvation Army
Family and Personal Services Bureau
701 North Broad Street
Philadelphia PA 19123
Main: 215-787-2800
Main: 215-787-2814
Crisis Intervention: Family Service Agencies Family Service Agency


Samaritan Counseling Center
765 Skippack Pike Suite 300
Philadelphia PA 19422
Main: 215-643-5826
Crisis Intervention: Pastoral Counseling Pastoral Counseling Services. Most churches and religious centers offer crisis counseling. This center has eight locations. Call for information.
Outpatient Treatment: Family Service Agencies Pastoral Counseling Services. Most churches and religious centers offer crisis counseling. This center has eight locations. Call for information.


Samaritan Counseling Center
35 West Chelten Avenue
Philadelphia PA 19144
Main: 215-438-5696
Crisis Intervention: Pastoral Counseling Most churches and religious centers offer crisis counseling. This center has eight locations. Call for information.
Outpatient Treatment: Family Service Agencies Most churches and religious centers offer crisis counseling. This center has eight locations. Call for information.


School District of Philadelphia
Education Leading to Employment & Career Training (ELECT)
Philadelphia PA
Administration: 215-875-3801
URL: [www.phila.k12.pa.us]
Special Services: Pregnancy Prevention/Teen Parents ELECT Teen Parent Centers are in each of the School District’s comprehensive high schools. A staff of case managers, educational advisors and social workers provide intensive, individual case management to pregnant and parenting students, while at the same time offering special services, academic alternatives, and career- and life-skills training which supplement the students' regular educational programs. The Office of Education for Employment oversees the teen centers at the various high schools and may be contacted at 215-875-3801.


School District of Philadelphia
Early Childhood Education
1301 Spring Garden Street Stevens Administrative Center, Room 101
Philadelphia PA 19123
Main: 215-351-7620
URL: [www.phila.k12.pa.us]
Special Services: Preschool Services This office of the School District serves as an umbrella for the many programs which foster education at an early age.
Special Services: Preschool Services - Philadelphia School District


School District of Philadelphia
Prekindergarten Head Start
1301 Spring Garden Street, 3rd Floor
Philadelphia PA 19123
Main: 215-351-7060
URL: [www.phila.k12.pa.us]
Special Services: Preschool Services Prekindergarten Head Start serves eligible children and families in Philadelphia by providing a comprehensive range of essential services designed to encourage each child and family to achieve their maximum potential. Working as partners with parents, Prekindergarten Head Start utilizes a team approach that integrates comprehensive developmental preschool education for eligible children including children with special needs; family focused health, nutrition and social services; opportunities for parent involvement and education; and parent and community volunteers.
Special Services: Preschool Services - Philadelphia School District Prekindergarten Head Start serves eligible children and families in Philadelphia by providing a comprehensive range of essential services designed to encourage each child and family to achieve their maximum potential. Working as partners with parents, Prekindergarten Head Start utilizes a team approach that integrates comprehensive developmental preschool education for eligible children including children with special needs; family focused health, nutrition and social services; opportunities for parent involvement and education; and parent and community volunteers.


School District of Philadelphia
Comprehensive Early Learning Centers
1301 Spring Garden Streets, Rm 203
Philadelphia PA 19123
Main: 215-351-7200
URL: [www.phila.k12.pa.us]
Special Services: Preschool Services Comprehensive Early Learning Centers are administered by the School District of Philadelphia as an early childhood education day care program. Within its serviceable population of almost 3,100 children, Comprehensive Early Learning Centers service approximately 1,740 subsidized (Title XX) and 1,360 non-subsidized children in 57 sites (predominantly public school buildings) up to 11 hours daily for 247 days per year.
Special Services: Preschool Services - Philadelphia School District Comprehensive Early Learning Centers are administered by the School District of Philadelphia as an early childhood education day care program. Within its serviceable population of almost 3,100 children, Comprehensive Early Learning Centers service approximately 1,740 subsidized (Title XX) and 1,360 non-subsidized children in 57 sites (predominantly public school buildings) up to 11 hours daily for 247 days per year.


School District of Philadelphia
John F. Kennedy Center
Office of Special Education,734 Schuykill Avenue,
Philadelphia PA 19146
Main: 215-875-3674
URL: [www.phila.k12.pa.us]
Vocational Education: Administrative Agencies


School District of Philadelphia
Central - Area Academic Office (AAO)
Wanamaker School, 11th Street & Cecil B. Moore Avenue
Philadelphia PA 19122
Main: 215-684-8487
URL: [www.phila.k12.pa.us]
Special Education: Public School Each school is a member of a specific Area Academic Office (AAO) - fomerly known as "clusters." Central AA0 is the former Franklin & Wm. Penn Clusters.


School District of Philadelphia
Central East - Area Academic Office (AAO)
2603 North 5th Street, 4th Floor
Philadelphia PA 19133
Main: 215-291-5680
URL: [www.phila.k12.pa.us]
Special Education: Public School Each school is a member of a specific Area Academic Office (AA0) - formerly known as "Clusters." Central East AAO is the former Edison & Kennsington Clusters.


School District of Philadelphia
Central - North Academic Office (AAO)
3133 Ridge Avenue
Philadelphia PA 19132
Main: 215-684-5132
URL: [www.phila.k12.pa.us]
Special Education: Public School Each school is a member of a specific Area Academic Office (AAO) - formerly known as "clusters." Central North AA0 is the former Gratz & S. Mansion Clusters.


School District of Philadelphia
East - Area Academic Office (AAO)
Swenson Skills Center, 2740 Red Lion Road
Philadelphia PA 19114
Main: 215-961-2066
URL: [www.phila.k12.pa.us]
Special Education: Public School Each school is a member of a specific Area Academic Office(AA0) - formerly known as "clusters." East AA0 is the former Frankford and Lincoln Clusters.


School District of Philadelphia
North - Area Academic Office (AAO)
Grover Washington Middle School, B Street & Olney Avenue, 2nd Floor
Philadelphia PA 19120
Main: 215-456-0998
URL: [www.phila.k12.pa.us]
Special Education: Public School Each school is a member of a specific Area Academic Office (AA0)- formerly known as "Clusters." North AA0 is the former Fels & Olney Clusters.


School District of Philadelphia
Northeast - Area Academic Office (AAO)
Fitzpatrick Kindergarten Annex, 4101 Chalfont Drive
Philadelphia PA 19154
Main: 215-281-5903
URL: [www.phila.k12.pa.us]
Special Education: Public School Each school is a member of a specific Area Academic Office (AAO) - formerly known as "Clusters." Northeast AAO is the former Northeast & Washington Clusters.


School District of Philadelphia
Northwest - Area Academic Office (AAO)
Leeds Middle School, 1100 East Mount Pleasant Avenue
Philadelphia PA 19150
Main: 215-248-6684
URL: [www.phila.k12.pa.us]
Special Education: Public School Each school is a member of a specific Area Academic Office (AAO)- formerly known as "clusters." Northwest AAO is the former Germantown High School, Martin Luther King High School, and Roxborough High School Clusters.


School District of Philadelphia
South - Area Academic Office (AAO)
427 Monroe Street
Philadelphia PA 19147
Main: 215-351-7445
URL: [www.phila.k12.pa.us]
Special Education: Public School Each school is a member of a specific Area Academic Office (AAO) - formerly known as "clusters." South AAO is the former Audenried, South Philadelphia, and Furness Clusters.


School District of Philadelphia
Southwest - Area Academic Office (AAO)
4909 Chestnut Street
Philadelphia PA 19139
Main: 215-471-8334
URL: [www.phila.k12.pa.us]
Special Education: Public School Each school is a member of a specific Area Academic Office (AAO) - formerly known as "clusters." Southwest AAO is the former Bartram and West Philadelphia Clusters.


School District of Philadelphia
West - Area Academic Office (AAO)
4909 Chestnut Street
Philadelphia PA 19139
Main: 215-471-2271
Special Education: Public School Each school is a member of a specific Area Academic Office (AAO) - formerly known as "clusters." West AAO is the former University City and Overbrook Clusters.


School District of Philadelphia
Office of Instructional & Behavioral Intervention
2120 Winter Street Room 601
Philadelphia PA 19103
Main: 215-299-7665
URL: [www.phila.k12.pa.us/ao/oibi]
Special Services: Juvenile Justice The Office of Instructional and Behavioral Intervention serves schools, Area Academic Offices, parents, and students when truancy and discipline issues arise. It seeks to work collaboratively with schools and outside partners to establish a continuum of services and to create individualized pathways that lead to a quality education for each student.


Shalom Inc
1080 North Delaware Avenue 6th Floor
Philadelphia PA 19125
Main: 215-425-7727
Special Services: Drug & Alcohol Abuse Drug & Alchol--Prevention and Early Intervention. Shalom Inc. provides alcohol and other drug abuse prevention, intervention, and treatment services. Prevention, education, and intervention are directed through more than 100 schools each year in Philadelphia. These services are provided for grades K to 12, teachers and parents. Outpatient treatment is provided for children, adolescents, and adults through the Shalom Counseling Program.
Special Services: Drug & Alcohol Abuse - Prevention/Early Intervention Drug & Alchol--Prevention and Early Intervention. Shalom Inc. provides alcohol and other drug abuse prevention, intervention, and treatment services. Prevention, education, and intervention are directed through more than 100 schools each year in Philadelphia. These services are provided for grades K to 12, teachers and parents. Outpatient treatment is provided for children, adolescents, and adults through the Shalom Counseling Program.


Social Security Administration
Teleservice Center
Main: 800-772-1213
TTY/TDD: 800-325-0778
URL: [www.ssa.gov]
Benefits (Financial and Health Care): SSI The Teleservice Office can obtain some basic information over the telephone and take action by notifying the local office of your interest in filing. This also protects your filing date, the date from which your benefits will first start if you are approved. Hours of operation are 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.


Social Security Administration
Philadelphia Downtown Office
1234 Market Street Suite 2000
Philadelphia PA 19107
Main: 215-597-9278
TTY/TDD: 800-325-0778
Toll Free: 800-772-1213
URL: [www.ssa.gov]
Benefits (Financial and Health Care): Monetary Benefits
Benefits (Financial and Health Care): SSI


Special Education ConsultLine
PA Department of Education
Toll Free: 800-879-2301
Special Education: Information & Referral This toll-free number is maintained by the State Department of Education. ConsultLine representatives will answer your questions about your child’s disability, special education programs, or the laws relating to the provision of services in your child’s Individualized Education Program (IEP).
Special Education: Other information This toll-free number is maintained by the State Department of Education. ConsultLine representatives will answer your questions about your child's disability, special education programs, or the laws relating to the provision of services in your child's IEP.


Special People in the Northeast (SPIN)
10521 Drummond Road
Philadelphia PA 19154
Main: 215-613-1013
Main: 215-613-1025
URL: [www.spininc.org]
Special Services: Preschool Services SPIN offers a variety of support services to young children and their families. These services are provided in a natural, family-centered manner using developmentally appropriate techniques. The Children’s Services Department is divided into four distinct, inter-related services: home-based, center-based, preschool/daycare, and children support services.


Special People in the Northeast (SPIN)
Frankford Site
1616 & 1642 Orthodox Street
Philadelphia PA 19124
Main: 215-288-3178
Main: 215-288-3255
URL: [www.spininc.org]
Special Services: Preschool Services This site provides SPIN services to the Frankford section of Philadelphia. Programs include: a parenting skills program, an autistic support class, an early intervention preschool program, Early Head Start, Head Start, an after-school program, and a summer camp.


Special Victims Unit
Philadelphia Police Department Sex Crimes Unit
5301 Tacony Street
Philadelphia PA 19135
Main: 215-685-1180
Main: 215-685-1181
Hotlines: Sexual Abuse To report abuse.
Special Services: Child Sexual Abuse


St. Christopher Hospital for Children
Department of Speech & Hearing Services
Erie Avenue at Front Street
Philadelphia PA 19134
Main: 215-427-5469
URL: [www.stchristopherhospital.com]
Outpatient Treatment: Other Treatment Agencies The department provides comprehensive diagnostic and rehabilitative speech/language and audiology services for neonates, infants, toddlers, school-age children and adolescents. Most children are seen on an outpatient basis and the age range is from birth to 21 years old.
Outpatient Treatment: Specialized Agency The department provides comprehensive diagnostic and rehabilitative speech/language and audiology services for neonates, infants, toddlers, school-age children and adolescents. Most children are seen on an outpatient basis and the age range is from birth to 21 years old.


St. Christopher's Hospital for Children
Speech & Hearing Department
Erie Avenue at Front Street
Philadelphia PA 19134
Main: 215-427-5469
URL: [www.stchristophershospital.com]
Special Services: Hearing Impairments The department provides services for and evaluations of speech, language, and hearing for neonates, infants, toddlers, children, and adolescents. Speech therapy is available for all types of communication disorders. Hearing aid evaluations and management of the amplification needs of hearing-impaired children are provided by the audiology staff.
Special Services: Preschool - Other Evaluation Services The department provides services for and evaluations of speech, language, and hearing for neonates, infants, toddlers, children, and adolescents. Speech therapy is available for all types of communication disorders. Hearing aid evaluations and management of the amplification needs of hearing-impaired children are provided by the audiology staff.
Special Services: Preschool Services Preschool Services. The department provides services for and evaluations of speech, language, and hearing for neonates, infants, toddlers, children, and adolescents. Speech therapy is available for all types of communication disorders. Hearing aid evaluations and management of the amplification needs of hearing-impaired children are provided by the audiology staff.


Substance Abuse & Mental Health Services Administration
The Center for Mental Health Services
URL: [www.mentalhealth.org]
Special Services: Information & Referral This website by SAMHSA offers information about the mental health of children and adolescents.


Suicide/Crisis Counseling
Philadelphia Office of Mental Health
1101 Market Street
Philadelphia PA 19107
Crisis: 215-686-4420
Emergencies (Psychiatric): Help
Hotlines: Mental Health For crisis counseling/emotional support, 24 hours, 7 days a week.
Psychiatric Emergencies: Immediate Help This service is available for crisis intervention. It offers short-term therapeutic listening. When calling, describe your situation. You will be given the name and phone number of the mental health center or psychiatric emergency services facility where you can take your child. This service can also send a mobile emergency team or crisis specialists to you home, if these are appropriate and available.
Suicide: Suicide & Crisis Intervention


Support Center for Child Advocates
1900 Cherry Street
Philadelphia PA 19103
Main: 215-925-1913
URL: [www.advokid.org]
Special Services: Child Sexual Abuse The Support Center offers free legal and social services to Philadelphia's abused and neglected children. The Support Center teams specially trained volunteer attorneys with staff social workers and lawyers who are specialists in child welfare practice and children's legal issues. Working together in this unique service model, they protect children by securing social services, finding alternative homes, and helping them testify in court.


Supportive Child/Adult Network (SCAN)
Children's Hospital of Philadelphia / UPENN
34th & Spruce Streets Nursing Education Bldg Floor 4U
Philadelphia PA 19104
Main: 215-590-1504
Crisis Intervention: Family Service Agencies


Sylvan Education Solutions
470 North 2nd Street 2nd Floor
Philadelphia PA 19123
Main: 215-592-7000
URL: [www.sylvaneducationsolutions.com]
Special Education: Evaluation Sylvan offers special education services to students attending nonpublic schools.


Temple University
Psychological Services Center (PSC)
1701 North 13th Street Weiss Hall, 4th Floor
Philadelphia PA 19122
Main: 215-204-7324
URL: [www.childanxiety.org]
Outpatient Treatment: Other Treatment Agencies The PSC, which operates within the Division of Clinical Psychology, provides extensive services for children, adults, couples, and families. It offers both short- and long-term psychotherapy and cognitive and personality assessments.
Outpatient Treatment: Specialized Agency The PSC, which operates within the Division of Clinical Psychology, provides extensive services for children, adults, couples, and families. The center offers both short- and long-term psychotherapy, and cognitive and personality assessments.
Special Services: Other Services The PSC, which operates within the Division of Clinical Psychology, provides extensive services for children, adults, couples, and families. It offers both short- and long-term psychotherapy and cognitive and personality assessments.


Temple University
Child & Adolescent Anxiety Disorders Clinic--CAADC
13th & Cecil B. Moore Avenue Weiss Hall
Philadelphia PA 19122
Main: 215-204-7165
URL: [www.childanxiety.org]
Outpatient Treatment: Additional Evaluation Agency The clinic offers services to children and adolescents ages 7 to 16 years of age who suffer from an anxiety disorder. Sessions are held on a weekly basis and continue for 4-5 months. The clinic provides education about anxiety and teaches relaxation techniques & problem solving skills.
Outpatient Treatment: Other Treatment Agencies The clinic offers services to children and adolescents ages 7 to 16 years of age who suffer from an anxiety disorder. Sessions are held on a weekly basis and continue for 4-5months. The clinic provides education about anxiety as well as teaches relaxation techniques & problem solving skills.


Temple University Law School
Legal Aid Office
1719 North Broad Street Suite 101
Philadelphia PA 19122
Main: 215-204-1800
Legal Resources: Help The Temple Legal Aid Office offers free legal assistance to low-income individuals in Philadelphia County. The office sponsors two distinct legal clinical programs. The Family Custody Project offers legal advice, counsel, and representation in matters such as child custody, support, and kinship adoption. The Cancer and HIV Patient Advocacy Program assists individuals with problems related to health insurance and social security. This program also assists with the preparation of wills and power of attorney. The office also provides other legal services such as community outreach and education in the above areas.


Thomas Jefferson University--Dept. of Psychiatry
Child & Adolescent Outpatient Services
833 Chestnut East Suite 210
Philadelphia PA 19107
Main: 215-955-8420
Main: 215-955-6912
URL: [www.jeffersonhospital.org/psych]
Outpatient Treatment: Other Treatment Agencies The hospital provides evaluation and treatment of children and adolescents.
Outpatient Treatment: Specialized Agency The hospital provides evaluation and treatment of children and adolescents.


Toughlove International
PO Box 1069
Doylestown PA 18901
Toll Free: 800-333-1069
Main: 215-348-7090
URL: [www.toughlove.org]
Advocacy and Support: Parent Support A self-help group program for parents, kids, and communities. Provide support group information for parents with troubled kids/teenagers and families in crisis.


United Cerebral Palsy Association
102 East Mermaid Lane
Philadelphia PA 19118
Main: 215-242-4200
Special Services: Preschool Services UCPA provides early intervention services to children birth to 5 years of age. Center-based services include a feeding clinic. Programs are also offered in children’s homes or at the child’s day care center. Day care services are also available on site for both typically developing children as well as for children with disabilities.


United Way of Southeastern Pennsylvania
First Call for Help Information & Referral Service
7 Ben Franklin Parkway
Philadelphia PA 19130
Main: 215-568-3750
Special Services: Information & Referral General Information. First Call provides information to individuals and groups about health and human services in the tri-county area and makes referrals to appropriate service providers.


UNITE Perinatal/Neonatal Grief Support and Subsequent Pregnancy Support
Jeanes Hospital, Social Service
7600 Central Avenue
Philadelphia PA 19111
Main: 215-728-3777
Special Services: Grief Support UNITE offers support after the death of a baby during pregnancy or shortly after birth. In addition, subsequent pregnancy support is offered.


Veteran Administration
Regional Office and Insurance Center
5000 Wissahickon Avenue
Philadelphia PA 19144
Toll Free: 800-827-1000
Benefits (Financial and Health Care): Other Assistance


Veterans Administration Medical Center
University & Woodland Avenues
Philadelphia PA 19104
Main: 215-823-5800
Crisis Intervention: Family Service Agencies Family Service Agencies.


Veterans Affairs Medical Center
University & Woodland Avenues
Philadelphia PA 19104
Main: 215-823-5800
Benefits (Financial and Health Care): Other Assistance


Voyage House
1431 Lombard Street
Philadelphia PA 19146
Main: 215-545-2910
Crisis Intervention: Other Services Runaways/Emergency Shelter. Provides shelter, protection, and counseling to runaways.
Hotlines: Runaways/Emergency Shelter Provides shelter, protection, and counseling to runaways.


Warren E Smith Community MH/MR Center (WES)
1315 Windrim Avenue
Philadelphia PA 19141
Main: 215-455-3900
Psychiatric Emergencies: Community Mental Health Centers Catchment Area 6C. Children's Psychiatric Emergency Services.
Special Services: Drug & Alcohol Abuse Provides outpatient drug and alcohol services.
Special Services: Drug & Alcohol Abuse - Outpatient Treatment


Warren E. Smith Connumity MH/MR Center (WES)
1006 West Lehigh Avenue
Philadelphia PA 19133
Main: 215-226-7100
Psychiatric Emergencies: Community Mental Health Centers Catchment Area 5A. Children's Psychiatric Emergency Services.


WES (Warren E. Smith) Health Center
Community MH/MR Center
5808 Old York Road
Philadelphia PA 19141
Main: 215-276-6334
Psychiatric Emergencies: Crisis Mobile Services Crisis Mobile Home Visiting Team for Northwest Philadelphia.


WES (Warren E. Smith) Health Center
Community MH/MR Center
1315 Windrim Avenue
Philadelphia PA 19141
Main: 215-455-3900
Outpatient Treatment: Community Mental Health Centers Catchment Areas 5A & 6C. North Philadelphia. Community Mental Health Center/Base Service Unit (BSU).


WES (Warren E. Smith) Horizon CMH/MRC
Early Intervention Program
5700 North 11th Street
Philadelphia PA 19141
Main: 215-276-5610
Special Services: Preschool Services Preschool Services. The Early Intervention Program serves developmentally delayed children between the ages of birth to 5 years. Services - including special instruction, speech therapy, occupational therapy, and physical therapy - are delivered in a child’s most "natural environment,” whether that is the child’s home, day care, pre-school, or the center. Services are provided to eligible children at no cost to the family.


WES (Warren E. Smith) Horizons CMH/MRC
Community MH/MR Center
2709 North Broad Street
Philadelphia PA 19132
Main: 215-226-7130
In-home Services: Family Based MH Services


Wives Self-Help Foundation
Counseling & Therapy Associates
8001 Roosevelt Blvd Suite 205
Philadelphia PA 19152
Main: 215-332-2311
Hotlines: Women General counseling services available.
Outpatient Treatment: Specialized Agency Provides general mental counseling services.


Women Against Abuse
PO Box 13758
Philadelphia PA 19101
Main: 215-386-7777
Hotlines: Women Helps battered women find protection, housing, employment, and legal help; temporary shelter and counseling are available for both women and children.


Women Against Abuse Legal Center
100 South Broad Street 5th Floor
Philadelphia PA 19110
Main: 215-686-7082
Hotlines: Women Legal help for battered women relating to issues of protection from abuse, custody, and support. Many services are free of charge.
Legal Resources: Help


Women In Transition
21 South 12th Street 6th Floor
Philadelphia PA 19107
Hotline: 215-751-1111
Administration: 215-564-5301
URL: [www.womenintransitioninc.org]
Hotlines: Women Women. Information, referrals, emotional support, and general counseling services available to women being hurt emotionally, physically, sexually, or economically by a male or female partner. Many services are free of charge.


Women Organized Against Rape (WOAR)
WOAR Hotline
1233 Locust Street Suite 202
Philadelphia PA 19107
Hotline: 215-985-3333
Administration: 215-985-3315
URL: [www.woar.org]
Hotlines: Women Offers individual and group therapy to children and their families who have been effected by sexual abuse. Provides crisis counseling at court and area hospitals to reduce the trauma caused by sexual abuse. Services offered to people with disabilities as well as Spanish-speaking families.
Special Services: Child Sexual Abuse Child Sexual Abuse. WOAR provides individual and group therapy to children and their families who have been affected by sexual abuse. They offer crisis counseling at court and area hospitals, as well as longer-term therapy to reduce the trauma caused by sexual abuse. WOAR also offers services to people with disabilities as well as Spanish-speaking families.


Women's Law Project
125 South 9th Street Suite 300
Philadelphia PA 19107
Main: 215-928-9801
URL: [www.womenslawproject.org]
Hotlines: Women Provides legal counseling and assistance in the areas of separation, divorce, custody, child support, sex discrimination, and lesbian & gay parenting rights.


Wordsworth Academy
Partial Hospital Program
509 Ashbourne Road
Elkins Park PA 19027
Toll Free: 800-769-0088
URL: [www.wordsworth.org]
Day Treatment: After-school Programs Wordsworth offers Comprehensive Day Treatment and After School programs for children ages 5 to 18 with severe social and emotional needs. Using a team approach toward individualized treatment, these programs offer group, individual and family therapy, specialized education, psychiatric evaluations and follow-up, life skills training and active community involvement. For each child served, the programs help coordinate care with other community providers and school systems.


Wordsworth Academy
Residential Treatment
Pennsylvania Ave & Camp Hill Road
Fort Washington PA 19034
Toll Free: 800-769-0088
Main: 215-643-5400
URL: [www.wordsworth.org]
Residential Treatment: Sample Programs The Residential Treatment Facilities (RTF's) provide a structured 24-hour Therapeutic living experience for male and female children ages 4 to 21 that require intensive non-hospital treatment. An average staff to client ratio of 1:5 provides structured daily living, Therapeutic recreation, life skills training, and positive behavior management systems in a highly supervised but open setting.


Youth Health Empowerment Project (Y-HEP)
Philadelphia Fight
112 North Broad Street 9th Floor
Philadelphia PA 19102
Main: 215-564-6388
Special Services: Drug & Alcohol Abuse Y-HEP is a comprehensive adolescent health promotion program for Philadelphia teens. Y-HEP’s goal is to empower vulnerable teenagers to take charge of their health, especially in regards to sexually transmitted diseases (STDs). This program attempts to reach teens in the areas and during times where drug use and sex work are occurring. The purpose of this initiative is to conduct outreach to these teens, and to link them to drug treatment, detox, medical care, psychosocial support services and substance abuse--and relapse--prevention services.
Special Services: Drug & Alcohol Abuse - Prevention/Early Intervention Y-HEP is a comprehensive adolescent health promotion program for Philadelphia teens. Y-HEP's goal is to empower vulnerable teenagers to take charge of their health, especially in regards to sexually transmitted diseases (STDs). This program attempts to reach teens in the areas and during times where drug use and sex work are occurring. The purpose of this initiative is to conduct outreach to these teens, and to link them to drug treatment, detox, medical care, psychosocial support services, and substance abuse prevention services.
Special Services: Sexual Health Y-HEP is teens talking to teens about HIV and sexual health; it’s about prevention, protection, and planning ahead. Y-HEP provides education for young people about HIV and AIDS, other sexually transmitted diseases, risk reduction, negotiation skills, peer pressure, unplanned pregnancies, and health resources. Teen outreach workers set up sites in different neighborhoods, shopping malls, and local hangouts to distribute condoms and HIV/AIDS-related information and offer health referrals. Y-HEP also offers mobile HIV antibody testing; workshops about safer sex, HIV, relationships and self-esteem; and support groups for young people to talk about sexual health and many related issues in a safe environment.


Youth Services, Inc
Youth Emergency Services
1526 Fairmount Avenue
Philadelphia PA 19130
Main: 215-787-0633
Toll Free: 800-371-7233
URL: [www.ysiphila.org]
Hotlines: Runaways/Emergency Shelter Provides food, shelter, medical screening, counseling, and other services to runaways and homeless youths--ages 12 to 18--experiencing a crisis.


Youth United for Change
2801 Frankford Avenue Room 112
Philadelphia PA 19134
Main: 215-423-9588
Special Services: Drug & Alcohol Abuse Youth United for Change is a leadership development and empowerment program for teenagers aimed at eliminating the likelihood of drug and alcohol abuse and other negative behaviors. Youth United for Change provides a supportive, non-threatening atmosphere to encourage self-expression, self-evaluation, and exploration of ideas. Drug & alcohol education is combined with alternative activities that promote leadership and decision-making skills, positive peer relations, group cooperation, and enhanced self-esteem.
Special Services: Drug & Alcohol Abuse - Prevention/Early Intervention Youth United for Change is a leadership development and empowerment program for teenagers aimed at eliminating the likelihood of drug and alcohol abuse and other negative behaviors. Youth United for Change provides a supportive, non-threatening atmosphere to encourage self-expression, self-evaluation, and exploration of ideas. Drug & alcohol education is combined with alternative activities that promote leadership and decision-making skills, positive peer relations, group cooperation, and enhanced self-esteem.