Family Support Services

Family Assessment

As Family Assessment Specialists, we provide a welcoming relationship to youth and families as they explore their interest in NCSS services. Within the relationship we offer assessment, information, referral and support. We act as intake clinicians and orient youth and families to services within NCSS as well as the larger community. We collaborate with families and community partners to deliver the best support available and often attend school meetings. We work with families to identify the best services and supports and remain a supportive connection until the most appropriate service is identified and begins. We are up to date on all new and exciting programming within the division, which allows us to provide the best and most informed support to our families. If you are unsure if NCSS services are right for you, give us a call and we'll talk it through. 

New Connections

New Connections offers 24-hour support to families with children experiencing a behavioral crisis  Emergency family mediation, planning for stability and de-escalation support is offered. Emergency respite may be offered based on need and availablity. Please contact our crisis line to access this support: (802) 524-6554.                                               

Family Support

The Family Support team provides support to caregivers around safe and effective parenting, case coordination and resources. Family Support Specialist may also provide support to children and adolescents in the home setting or in the community. Services are intended to provide support for families where safety is a concern, where children or adolescents display emotional or behavioral problems, or where extra support is indicated. Families with identified high risk factors are prioritized. 

Child & Adolescent Developmental Services (CADS)

The CADS Team serves children up to the age of 22 who have been diagnosed with a developmental delay/disability. We provide individualized case management support, as well as help parents to develop strategies to better care for their child and to access appropriate resources. We work closely with families, schools, and Department for Children & Families, therapists, medical personnel, camps (other programs), and Personal Care Attendants (PCA's), to support advocacy and treatment planning for each individual. Our Children's Resource Team also provides preparation for adulthood by collaborating with adult programming. This can include support with guardianship, SSI, post secondary education, employment, peer support, along with referalls for appropriate needed evaluations.

For more information, please call the Children’s Initial Response Team: 802-524-6554

Program Manager: Matt Habedank, M.A. BCBA 802-393-6574

Team Leader: April Wright, M.A. BCBA 802-393-6643