We exist to serve
individuals anywhere in New Jersey with developmental
disabilities in mental health or behavioral crises. We have staff who work out
of
regional offices in various parts of the state; they provide mobile response
to people who are in crisis wherever they are located. We work with the
consumers, their families and staff and mental health providers by offering:
- direct response at the time of crisis in family homes, residential placements,
day programs, emergency rooms
- technical support to families, sponsors, DD and mental health service
providers
- link-up with relevant resources
- training for consumers, families, sponsors and service providers
- consultations at psychiatric inpatient units
We work to manage crises in place so that consumers do not lose their community
placements. By working alongside families and staff we increase understanding of
the mental health and behavioral needs of individuals with dual diagnoses
(MI/DD) and strive to develop the quality of service delivery to this
underserved population.
"Our goal is to improve the way people in crisis receive help," says Lucille
Esralew, Ph.D., Director of the program. "We are now equipped to handle
emergencies anywhere in New Jersey 24 hours a day, seven days a week, 365 days a
year, and we are extremely happy to be able to provide this much-needed service
wherever there are people who need us."
Begin the process of getting help…
It is our mission to provide timely response wherever the consumer is in crisis.
Start the process of getting help, call us:
888-393-3007.
Whether you call business hours or during off-hours a
clinician will gather the
necessary information. We will advise you about next steps including phone
support and/or arranging a face-to-face meeting. Whether you're calling on
behalf of a consumer as a friend, family member or staff, SCCAT will work with
you to get to the heart of the matter and provide whatever information or
services are needed.
We welcome your calls to our toll free number 888-393-3007. 24 hours
a day, 7 days a
week.