Transforming Youth Mental Health: New Brunswick's Clinical Framework Model
The clinical framework for children with youth represent complex needs and the cct wraparound approach to care represent the ideal vehicle when it comes to implement a collaborative, strength-based trauma response approach to care for youth and their family.
Imagine a world where young people with complex mental health needs receive the exact support they require, tailored just for them. In rural New Brunswick, this vision is becoming a reality through the award-winning Clinical Framework Model. This innovative approach is changing the landscape of mental health services by focusing on the unique needs of each young person and their family. The magic happens thanks to multidisciplinary Clinical Consultation Teams (CCT).
These teams bring together experts from various fields to create a customized support plan for each child. It's like having a personal squad of superheroes dedicated to helping youth thrive. The CCT's strength-based trauma response approach has proven to be a game-changer. By focusing on the strengths of the children, their families, and their communities, the model has significantly reduced police involvement, youth justice system entanglements, ambulance rides, and psychiatric hospitalizations. The key to this success?
Constantly questioning and adjusting interventions based on the latest theoretical and clinical knowledge. The feedback from families and frontline workers has been overwhelmingly positive. Parents and youth share inspiring success stories, highlighting how the model has made a tangible difference in their lives. The collaborative nature of the CCT ensures that every team member's expertise is valued and utilized, creating a harmonious and effective support system. If you or someone you know needs mental health support, there are resources available.
Visit vitalitenb.ca/en, call Maison Ted at 1 877-450-3365, or reach out to Le Gouvernail at 506-336-3990. For additional help, contact the CHIMO Helpline at chimohelpline.ca or 1 800-667-5005. Therapeutic foster families can find more information at gnb.ca/content/gnb/en/services/services_renderer.10155.Children_s_Residential_Services_-_Foster_Homes.html. The Canada Suicide Prevention Service is available at 1 833-456-4566, and Kids Help Phone can be reached at 1 800-668-6868.