The system of care (SOC) is a comprehensive spectrum of mental health, behavioral health, and other necessary services organized in a coordinated network to meet the multiple and changing needs of children, youth, and their families.
Learning Objectives
- Participants will develop a clear understanding of the values and principles of a children’s system of care
- Participants will be able to identify the relationship and differences between a children’s SOC and an adult SOC
- Participants will learn the necessary steps to implementing a system of care approach
Target Audience
- Community-based organizations
- State agencies
- School district and state administrators
- Parents/caregivers
- Grass-roots organizations
- Faith-based organizations
- Family advocates
Presenter (s): Rebekah Behan and Tim Marshall, LCSW