Care Coordination
Care coordination provides intensive, person‑centered support for adults and children living with a severe mental illness or co‑occurring disorders that significantly interfere with daily functioning. The goal of this service is to ensure that each individual receives the comprehensive, wrap‑around assistance they need to remain stable, safe, and engaged within their community. Case managers work closely with clients to identify strengths, needs, and goals, then connect them to appropriate resources that promote long‑term wellness and independence.
These resources may include housing assistance, counseling, basic life‑skills training, physical health services, educational support, employment opportunities, and social or recreational activities that foster community integration. Care coordination services are flexible and accessible, taking place in the office, in the client’s home, or directly within the community. This approach ensures that individuals receive support in the environments where they live, work, and interact, helping them build confidence and maintain stability in real‑life settings.
Outreach/PATH (Project for Assistance in Transition for the Homeless)
The PATH program provides outreach, referrals, and supportive services to individuals in Orleans Parish who are experiencing homelessness or are at risk of becoming homeless. These individuals often live with serious mental illness, including co‑occurring substance use and mental health disorders, and may face significant barriers to accessing care. PATH services are designed to meet people where they are—literally and figuratively—by offering compassionate, community‑based engagement that prioritizes safety, trust, and connection.
Through PATH, individuals receive referrals to mental health and substance use treatment, service coordination, and limited housing support, including assistance navigating shelter systems or identifying longer‑term housing options. Outreach workers help clients access benefits, obtain identification, and connect with essential community resources. By addressing immediate needs while building pathways to stability, PATH plays a critical role in reducing homelessness and supporting individuals on their journey toward recovery and independence.
Psychosocial Rehabilitation Services for Children and Adults with mental health and co-occurring disorders
Behavioral health counseling, consultation, and referral services are available for children and adults facing and challenging life situations. Intensive case management and therapeutic in-home, in-school, and community-based interventions can be provided to successfully address mental health, relational, co-occurring, and/or behavioral health disorders.