Places for People
Mission
Provides caring, effective services to help those with the greatest challenges recover from mental illness and associated chronic illnesses.
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Agency Identified Goal
Student projects address this.
Health Literacy project for individuals living in residential facilities; utilization of computer to research health needs and access personal health info.
Services
Population
People who have serious mental illnesses, typically accompanied by complex and multilayered challenges: chronic homelessness, substance abuse disorder, primary health disorders, and trauma
Services
Intake, Assessment, and Outreach
Levels of Care: providing the appropriate intensity of treatment
Medical Services: improving physical health
Housing: providing safe and affordable housing
Nurturing Children and Youth: addressing behavioral health concerns before they result in severe disruptions
The Recovery Center: helping people improve life skills
Path: helping those living with severe mental illness and HIV
Employment: promoting dignity and self-sufficiency through work
Therapy: developing hope, knowledge, skills, and support
Site Information
Site Coordinator Name: Jen May
Site Coordinator Email: jmay@placesforpeople.org | (314) 382-4440
Dress Code: Business casual, no scrubs, no hats, no hoodies, little jewelry. Bring minimal personal items.
Pre-Visit Requirements
Orientation materials will be completed with Jen at initial meeting.
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