Seriously Mentally Ill Adults

Our Community Support Services division offers a comprehensive array of treatment and rehabilitation services for seriously mentally ill adults. Services are designed to address a client's clinical and rehabilitative needs in the least restrictive environment possible. All clients have access to emergency care 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. 

• Comprehensive Services for Seriously Mentally Ill Adults
  
  
• Dual-Diagnosis Treatment Services
  
  
• Education and Vocational Support
  
  
• Specialized Treatment Teams for the Seriously Mentally Ill

Comprehensive Services for Seriously Mentally Ill Adults

Multiple programs and services strive to provide seriously mentally ill clients in Rhode Island with whatever supports are necessary to avoid hospitalization, and to live as productively as possible in the community, and among family and friends. In addition to providing traditional clinical services aimed at symptom management, specialized staff members work with seriously mentally ill clients on finding safe housing, developing independent living skills, finding jobs, seeking higher education, resolving crises and participating in community, therapeutic, social and recreational activities. Back to top

Dual-Diagnosis Treatment Services

The Providence Center is uniquely qualified to provide dual-diagnosis treatment services for people who have both an addictive disorder and are seriously mentally ill. Back to top

Educational and Vocational Support

Vocational specialists work with Rhode Island and area employers to assist seriously mentally ill clients in seeking and securing employment. They also support clients in all phases of the employment process, including on-the-job coaching. Clients who wish to pursue higher education and training also receive support, including helping setting educational goals and securing admission to area colleges, universities and trade schools. Back to top

Specialized Treatment Teams for the Seriously Mentally Ill

Crisis Team - Psychiatrists, nurses and case managers provide short-term, intensive services to seriously mentally ill clients who may be homeless, at risk of hospitalization or "stepping down" from a hospital stay. Housing, employment, and benefits acquisition are included in the treatment planning process as necessary.

Mobile Treatment Team - A self-contained team comprising psychiatrists, nurses and case managers provides an array of intensive treatment services in clients' homes and in other community settings. Back to top