Anoka County Human Services
Children's Mental Health
Anoka County Government Center
2100 3rd Ave, Ste 500, Anoka, MN, 55303
(763) 324-1430
https://www.anokacountymn.gov/2518/Childrens-Mental-Health
Service Details
Description
Children are evaluated by an intake social worker who will learn about the child's needs and provide information on both community resources and the application process for voluntary county services.
Children's Mental Health Services include:
* Screening and Intake:
Children's Mental Health (CMH) services are voluntary and must be requested by a parent or legal guardian. Anoka County CMH first looks to appropriate community-based resources to meet a family's needs. If a child has health insurance that covers mental health services, a referral may be made to the provider(s) of the family's choice. If more intensive services are needed, the intake social worker will gather additional information through a formal intake process, often meeting with the family in their home.
* Referral for Diagnostic Assessment:
A current diagnostic assessment (completed within the last 180 days) is required if you wish to receive CMH services. For more information on where and how to obtain a diagnostic assessment, call Anoka County CMH Intake at (763) 324-1430.
* Early Intervention and Prevention Services:
The Early Intervention and Prevention Program is a voluntary service available to children and their families who are struggling with mental health issues or stressful family relationships.
* Case Management:
County case management services help families assess their child's mental health needs, develop a treatment plan to meet those needs, and assist children and families in arranging needed therapeutic and supportive services. The CMH case manager will regularly meet with families to assess the appropriateness, delivery and effectiveness of services over time.
Features
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Area Served by County
- Anoka County
Eligibility
To be eligible for Children's Mental Health services, a child must be a resident of Anoka County and under the age of 18. A current (within the last 180 days) diagnostic assessment must also determine that the child meets the criteria for a severe emotional disturbance.
Application Instructions
All requests for county assistance or services begin with a call to Anoka County Children's Mental Health Intake
Area Served
Anoka County
Websites
Phone Numbers
| Type | Number | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Main - Administrative | (763) 324-4000 |
Last Update
12/12/2024
Other Locations
This provider does not offer this service at other locations.
Other Services or resources
- Adult Foster Care (AFC) and Community Residential Setting (CRS) Licensing
- Adult Mental Health
- Adult Protective Services (APS)
- Apply for Waiver Programs
- Consumer Support Grant (CSG) Program
- County Programs for Health Care Financial Assistance
- County Programs for People with Disabilities
- Family Support Grant (FSG)
- Find Substance Use Disorder Treatment
- Housing Support
- MinnesotaCare
- MnCHOICES Assessment and Support Planning
- Social Security Advocacy Services
Taxonomy Terms Used: Clicking a taxonomy term from the list below launches a new search.
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RM-6500.1500Community Mental Health Agencies Definition
Community-based outpatient facilities that offer individual, group, conjoint and family counseling, therapy groups, medication and other mental health services for community residents, especially those who are indigent, who have acute or chronic psychiatric disorders or who may be experiencing difficulty resolving personal or interpersonal conflicts or making personal adjustments to stressful life situations such as separation, divorce, loss of a spouse or a child, poor health, unemployment, family violence, delinquency or substance abuse. Included may be city and county-operated and nonprofit facilities.
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RP-5000.5000Mental Health Screening Definition
Programs that offer simple tests that people who are concerned about their emotional health can take to learn more about their symptoms and ways of coping with them. Individuals generally have an opportunity to see a film and/or hear a talk about the causes, symptoms and treatment of specific mental health problems; complete a screening questionnaire; and talk about the results with a mental health professional. People who test positively are encouraged to seek further evaluation and, potentially, treatment. Most mental health screenings are confidential and available at no cost. Mental health screenings may also be available by telephone or online.
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RP-6400.3300Infant and Early Childhood Mental Health Definition
Programs that specialize in providing preventive, diagnostic and treatment services that focus on strengthening the social and emotional development and well-being of infants and young children within the context of early primary relationships. Services may include emotional support, developmental guidance, early relationship assessment and support, infant-parent psychotherapy and advocacy. The objectives of the discipline are to help infants and young children develop close and secure relationships with others; experience, express and regulate a full range of both positive and negative emotions; and actively explore the environment and learn.
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YB-9500Youth Definition
Individuals who are younger than age 18.