Town Resources
Resources for parents and educators in Southington, Plantsville, Marion and Milldale
Health Care
988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline
The 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline is a national network of local crisis centers that provides free and confidential emotional support to people in suicidal crisis or emotional distress 24 hours a day, 7 days a week in the United States.
When people call, text, or chat 988, they will be connected to trained counselors that are part of the existing Lifeline network. These trained counselors will listen, understand how their problems are affecting them, provide support, and connect them to resources if necessary.
The previous National Suicide Prevention Lifeline phone number (1-800-273-8255) will always remain available to people in emotional distress or suicidal crisis.
Phone: 988
Web Site: https://988lifeline.org/
A Brand New Day ABA
A Brand New Day ABA offers in-home and on-site treatment for children and adolescents with Autism Spectrum Disorders and other disorders. Our staff is dedicated to promoting independence and well-being in the lives of our clients through the use of various tools and strategies. We use the principles of Applied Behavior Analysis to create individualized programs for each of our clients that focus on decreasing challenging behavior and increasing desired pro-social behavior.
Contact: Chelsea Boutin (Office Manager)
cboutin@abrandnewdayaba.com
1842 Meriden-Waterbury Turnpike
Southington,
Phone: 203-313-5537
Web Site: https://www.abrandnewdayaba.com/
ABC – Adjustment to Baby Challenges Support Circle
ON HOLD DUE TO COVID.
Free support group for mothers expecting and with new babies.
Circle meets on the 1st and 3rd Tuesday of each month. 10:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
Babes in arms are welcome to be brought to this group, as well as young walkers at your discretion. No childcare is available onsite at this time.
Call for Information: (860)490-3120 Amanda Salvo, Facilitator for ABC
(860)385-1574 Jackie Levin, LMFT, MF, MA, Facilitator
BE here Now Yoga & Fitness Studios, 134 Elm Street
Cheshire,
Web Site: https://www.facebook.com/Adjustment-to-Baby-Challenges-Support-Circle-of-Southington-340287266714981
ACES – Advocacy, Commitment, Excellence, Service
Mission: Dedicated to enhancing and transforming lives through education, innovation, and leadership.
Vision: To create an equitable and socially just world, one life at a time.
ACES dedication to better serve its community is exemplified by the wide array of services and programs offered. These include adult and vocational programs, interdistrict programs, Open and Magnet School Parent Choice programs, Minority Teacher Recruitment initiatives, behavior services for individuals on the autism spectrum, occupational/ physical therapy, professional development, and technology services.
Web Site: https://www.aces.org/
ACES Treatment and Learning Center
The ACES Treatment and Learning Center (TLC) offers a wide range of services to individuals from the greater New Haven area. TLC is staffed full-time with a team of Board Certified Behavior Analysts and Registered Behavior Technicians and offers ABA services to children ages 3 to 5 with Autism Spectrum Disorder and other disabilities. In addition to ABA services, TLC offers speech and occupational therapy services.
The ACES Treatment and Learning Center offerings:
• Behavioral Assessments
• Behavior Support Plans
• Comprehensive and Focused ABA Treatment
• Parent Training
• Social Skills Groups
• Supplementary summer and afterschool programming
• Speech Services
• Occupational Therapy Services
205 Skiff Street
Hamden,
Phone: (203) 498-6850
Web Site: https://www.aces.org/services/clinical-services/behavior-services/treatment-and-learning-center
Adapt and Learn, LLC
Alescia Ford, MS OTR/L, ATP
Occupational therapy and assistive technology services to families of children with special education needs.
160 Farmington Avenue, 1st floor
Farmington,
Phone: 860-470-3391
Web Site: http://www.adaptandlearn.com
African Caribbean American Parents of Children with Disabilities (AFCAMP)
African Caribbean American Parents of Children with Disabilities (AFCAMP) serves a diversity of parents, youth and families that need not only special education services, but are also trying to navigate the juvenile justice, child welfare and health systems, including children’s behavioral health. As a voice for systems change, AFCAMP educates, trains and supports parents and youth to become active participants in their education and care, and advocates for policy and program reforms that promote equity and equal access to culturally and linguistically appropriate services within multiple child-serving systems in Connecticut.
49 Woodland St
Hartford,
Phone: 860-548-9959
Web Site: https://www.afcamp.org/
American Academy of Pediatrics
The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) is an organization of 67,000 pediatricians committed to the optimal physical, mental, and social health and well-being for all infants, children, adolescents, and young adults.
Web Site: https://www.aap.org/
American Society for Deaf Children
The American Society for Deaf Children (ASDC) serves families with deaf children. Because more than 90 percent of Deaf children are born to hearing parents, ASDC has made it their mission to help those parents learn American Sign Language (ASL) so their whole family can communicate and connect with their Deaf child.
Web Site: https://deafchildren.org/
Apple Valley Behavioral Health
Apple Valley Behavioral Health, LLC is a private counseling practice for Children, Teens, Adults, Couples and Families. AVBH is comprised of licensed clinical staff with extensive backgrounds and experiences in the fields of psychology, counseling, and education. Our clinicians are passionate and have dedicated their lives to helping those in need. All of our therapists are trained in leading evidenced-based interventions designed to reduce distress and enhance the social, emotional, and behavioral health and wellness of others. Our therapists understand that each counseling experience is unique and should be tailored to the specific needs of the individual, couple, or family system seeking support.
791 S Main St
Plantsville,
Phone: 860-378-8090 or support@applevalleybh.com
Web Site: http://www.applevalleybh.com/
Autism Care Partners
Autism Care Partners provides comprehensive services for children with Autism Spectrum Disorder and their families, including:
Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), Diagnostic Evaluations, Social Skills Groups, Speech Therapy, Occupational Therapy, and Parent Training.
279 New Britain Rd
Berlin,
Phone: (860) 698-1195
Web Site: https://www.autismcarepartners.com/
Autism Families CONNECTicut
Autism Families CONNECTicut was founded in January 2010 by a group of parents, grandparents and family members who recognized that there were limited weekend recreational and social activities specifically targeted to children on the autism spectrum in Connecticut. Initially, to fill that gap, the focus was on providing programming for children on the spectrum, ages 5-12. While still the focus, programming has since expanded to include preschoolers ages 3-5, teens ages 13-19, and young adults ages 20-29 on the autism spectrum, as well as siblings and parents when appropriate.
Programs are locally based, high quality, low cost, accessible to families and run by professionals. Every program is held in a safe, non-judgmental environment, designed to encourage children, teens, and young adults who attend to have fun, get active and make friends. Most programs are primarily on the weekends and are multi-week long.
600 North Mountain Road
Newington,
Phone: (860) 474-3444
Web Site: http://www.autismfamiliesct.org/
Autism Services and Resources CT
For over 20 years, ASRC has held to the ideal that everyone deserves to live their best life possible. This belief guides ASRC’s mission: to provide lifelong access to opportunities for persons on the autism spectrum with the goal of being fully-included and participating members of their communities. ASRC is a non-profit that serves as Connecticut’s resource for autism services and supports.
101 N Plains Industrial Rd
Wallingford,
Phone: (203) 265-7717
Web Site: https://ct-asrc.org/
Autism Village
Applying Internet and Mobile technologies to provide a globally accessible platform which helps the autism community to manage practical day to day problems. Their goal is to improve the futures of all people with autism by making daily life more navigable.
Web Site: https://www.autismvillage.com/
Beacon Counseling
Beacon Counseling specializes in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for adolescents and early childhood.
Helping clients understand the mechanics or reasoning and perspective. In addition to working with the whole family to construct parenting strategies for (depression, anxiety, ADD/ADHD)
Cope with loss (ex: divorce, death) Break down barriers and foster effective communication.
Establish constructive communication to empower children.
Develop strategies for positive reinforcement. Provide support for 504 & IEP planning.
Counseling for blended and non-traditional families.
Facilitating family mediation.
Implementation of positive outlook and behavior.
David Pecirep MS, LPC
209 Main Street , Unit 1A
Southington,
Phone: Scheduling: 860-694-9312
Web Site: http://www.beaconcoachingllc.com
Beehive Counseling & Wellness LLC
Provides a wide range of services, including individual, couples and family therapy. We help with anxiety and trauma, and provide affirming individual and group care to LGBT, gender expansive and Trans individuals.
Many of our therapists provide EMDR therapy - a brain-based treatment that’s been proven effective. Our therapists also provide CBT, DBT, and help with ADHD, adolescent issues, and parenting.
Additional offices in Bloomfield and Manchester.
hello@beehivecw.com
51 N Main ST., STE 2A
Southington,
Phone: 860-281-1133
Web Site: https://beehivecw.com/
Ben Was Here
Ben Was Here provides assistance for asthma-related prescription costs to families with limited insurance coverage.
109 Churchill St
Southington,
Web Site: http://www.benwashere.org
Bethany Kate Wellness
Bethany Kate Wellness is based in Southington and provides wellness and birth services to pregnant people throughout Connecticut. Birth doula services include emotional, physical, and informational support throughout pregnancy as well as continuous labor support. Massage appointments are available for Prenatal and Postnatal periods. Private prenatal and restorative yoga sessions in the studio or in your home.
Bethany Wallace, CPYT, LMT, Certified Birth Doula
Email: bethany@bethanykatewellness.com
Web Site: http://www.bethanykatewellness.com
Birth to Three
The Birth to Three System contracts with early intervention programs across the state of Connecticut that support families with children who have delays or disabilities.
Birth to Three offers supports to families with children who are under age 3 and have either a significant developmental delay based on a standardized test or Medical condition (diagnosed by a doctor) that’s likely to result in a developmental delay.
Funding for Birth to Three is administered by the Office of Early Childhood (OEC).
Phone: I have questions about Birth to Three 1.800.505.7000 I’m in Birth to Three 1.866.888.4188
Web Site: https://www.birth23.org/
Blossoming Butterflies
A Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 10 years working in direct care with adolescents as well as adults in various settings such as residential, and transitional homes offered to individuals who are reintegrating back into the community after incarceration, within the school setting, in the home and office. Utilizing a client-centered approach acknowledges that every individual is unique.
Services include ;
Anxiety, Depression, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Adjustment Disorder, Child or Adolescent, Anger Management, Behavioral Issues, Communication Issues, LGBTQIA+, Life Transitions, Mood Disorders, Parenting
Approaches include;
Behavioral Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Family/Marital Therapy, Dialectical (DBT), Person-Centered, Play Therapy, Solution Focused Brief (SFBT), Trauma Focused
Southington,
Phone: 860-406-3610
Web Site: https://www.blossomingbutterflies.com/
CCOG Women’s Health Group
1131 West St
Southington, CT 06489
Phone: 860-276-6800
Web Site: http://www.ccogwomenshealth.com/
Center for Disease Control & Prevention
The Center for Disease Control & Prevention (CDC) is the nation’s leading science-based, data-driven, service organization that protects the public’s health. For more than 70 years, they've put science into action to help children stay healthy so they can grow and learn; to help families, businesses, and communities fight disease and stay strong; and to protect the public’s health.
Web Site: https://www.cdc.gov/
Center for Divorce and Healing
Taylor Leigh, MSW is the founder of the Center for Divorce and Healing, a practice that addresses the emotional, psychological, AND legal process of divorce comprehensively. She educates about "the process" and addresses the sensitive needs of changing family systems via Divorce Mediation, Divorce Support, and Marriage Counseling.
Taylor is deeply committed to helping you navigate the emotional, psychological, and legal process of divorce or relationship transition with far more control in direction and positive outcomes.
Taylor has over 20 years of experience working with individuals, couples, and families through critical life transitions.
Taylor@divorceandhealing.com
Southington,
Phone: 203-560-2501
Web Site: https://divorceandhealing.com/
Center for Pediatric Therapy
For over 20 years, CPT has continued its commitment to the children in our community by providing one-on-one occupational, speech, and physical therapy services specifically designed for your child’s needs. Whether your child has difficulty sitting still, mastering handwriting, struggles with speaking or understanding, or is bothered by sensory stimuli (sounds, food, clothing), CPT can help! Therapy sessions are play-based and child-directed to the extent that children do not even realize that they are participating in therapy. Our parents are amazed at the tasks in which clinicians are able to engage their children. Center for Pediatric Therapy’s goal remains to support, guide, and educate not only the children but parents and educators as well to facilitate success. If you have noticed that your child struggles with typical everyday activities, please give us a call. We participate with major insurance carriers.
2360, 101 N Plains Industrial Rd # 2
Wallingford,
Phone: (203) 949-9337
Web Site: http://centerforpediatrictherapy.com/
Cheshire Fitness Zone
Cheshire Fitness Zone (CFZ) offers a multitude of therapeutic programs that uniquely meet you and your family’s needs. CFZ was designed specifically for children and adolescents of all ages and abilities. They feature three main therapy areas to include physical therapy (PT), occupational therapy (OT) and speech therapy (ST). Our physical therapy gym has a full array of exercise equipment biomechanically designed to fit children as well as a 32-foot long rock climbing wall. In addition, the physical therapy space has a baby-friendly room and a private treatment room. The occupational therapy space features two sensory gyms and two fine motor rooms. The speech department boasts a number of individual treatment rooms.
382 S Main St
Cheshire,
Phone: (203) 250-9663
Web Site: https://www.cheshirefitnesszone.com/
Children & Youth with Special Health Care Needs
Children & Youth with Special Health Care Needs (CYSHCN) is for young people with chronic physical, developmental, behavioral or emotional condition and require health and related services beyond that required for children the same age.
Services may include:
- Service needs assessment
- Family Caregiver support
- Respite Planning
- Links to medical home initiative
- Transition Planning
- Regional Community Care Coordinators meetings
Call 211 Child Development (1-800-505-7000) and talk with a care coordinator
Web Site: https://portal.ct.gov/dph/Family-Health/Children-and-Youth/Children--Youth-with-Special-Health-Care-Needs-and-Connecticuts-Medical-Home-Initiative
Children’s Eye Care
Specializing in Pediatric Ophthalmology
Farmington: 366 Colt Highway, Farmington, CT 06032
Glastonbury: 131 New London Turnpike, Suite 200, Glastonbury CT
Farmington and Glastonbury,
Phone: 860-409-0449
Web Site: https://www.connecticutchildrens.org/search-specialties/ophthalmology/
Comfort Zone Camp
Comfort Zone Camp is a bereavement camp for children who have lost a parent, primary care giver or sibling, ages 7-17. They provide camps all around the US, with the nearest ones around us being NJ, NY and MA. The camp is free of charged to the campers, and provide wonderful and healthy tools and resources for children to deal with their grief.
Web Site: https://comfortzonecamp.org/
Communication Foundations
Communication Foundations, LLC, is committed to treating the whole child, using a family-centered, functional approach to therapy.
Speech: (860) 853-0205
OT: (860) 798-8638
Tutoring: (860)836-1685
963 Queen Street, Suite C
Southington,
Web Site: http://www.communicationfoundations.com/
Connecticut Clearinghouse
A Library and Resource Center providing information on substance use and mental health disorders, prevention and health promotion, treatment and recovery, wellness, and other related topics.
334 Farmington Avenue
Plainville,
Phone: 860-793-9791 or 800-232-4424
Web Site: https://www.ctclearinghouse.org/
Connecticut Family Support Network
Connecticut Family Support Network (CTFSN) helps families raising children with disabilities and special healthcare needs through out their life. CTFSN provides direct support to individuals and families in their homes and communities by sharing information and resources that empower people to make their voices heard and to become their own best advocate.
377 Hubbard Street #1
Glastonbury,
Phone: 1 (860) 744-4074
Web Site: https://ctfsn.org/
Connecticut Parent Advocacy Center
Connecticut Parent Advocacy Center (CPAC) is a statewide nonprofit organization that offers information and support to families of children with any disability or chronic illness, age birth through 26.
Services and Programs include:
- Parent Training and Information (PTI) Center
- Family Connections
- Collaboration Between Families and Schools
- Real Transition Partners
- Next Steps
- Training for Parents and Professionals
Phone: (860) 739-3089
Web Site: https://cpacinc.org/
Cornerstone Counseling Center
Cornerstone Counseling Center offers in person and telehealth psychotherapeutic services to kids, adolescents, adults, couples and families presenting with a wide variety of needs. Medical management is available.
Additional locations:
630 Main Street
Plantsville, CT 06479
45 S Main Street, Suite 200
West Hartford, CT 06107
966 S Main Street
Plantsville, CT
Phone: 860-863-1001
Web Site: https://www.cornerstonecounselingct.com/
CT Department of Children and Families
Working together with families and communities to improve child safety, ensure that more children have permanent families, and advance the overall well-being of children is the central focus of the Department of Children and Families (DCF). DCF protects children who are being abused or neglected, strengthens families through support and advocacy, and builds on existing family and community strengths to help children who are facing emotional and behavioral challenges, including those committed to the Department by the juvenile justice system.
DCF provides numerous services including;
Adolescent Services
Child Protective Services
Exit Plan/Positive Outcomes for Children
Foster and Adoption Services
Juvenile Services
Mental Health Services
Medical Health and Wellbeing Services
Substance Use Services
TO MAKE A CHILD ABUSE OR NEGLECT REPORT: 1-800-842-2288
Region 6, One Grove Street, 4th Floor
New Britian,
Phone: 860-832-5200
Web Site: https://portal.ct.gov/dcf
CT Hands & Voices Guide By Your Side
Guide By Your Side (GBYS) is a FREE parent matching program, linking parents of children throughout the state who have been newly identified as hard of hearing, deaf, or deaf blind with trained and experienced "Parent Guides."
Parent Guides offer:
- A supportive relationship with another parent of a child who is deaf or hard of hearing
- Unbiased information regarding communication, education, and technology options
- Connect parents to resources available locally, regionally, and statewide in order to effectively link families to early intervention services
Web Site: https://www.cthandsandvoices.org/guide-by-your-side
CT State Dental Association
The Connecticut State Dental Association (CSDA) is a statewide, professional membership organization representing Connecticut licensed dentists. This is not a state government organization or provider of dental services. However, CSDA members do participate in health fairs and other charitable dental outreach programs throughout the year. The purpose of the CSDA Community Outreach programs is to educate Connecticut residents about the importance of oral health.
CSDA provides dental hygiene clinics, referrals for dentists (including those who take Medicaid), classroom resources and more.
835 West Queen Street
Southington,
Phone: (860) 378-1800
Web Site: https://www.csda.com/
DO-IT Academic Accommodation Resources for Students with Learning Disabilities
DO-IT (Disabilities, Opportunities, Internetworking, and Technology) serves to increase the successful participation of individuals with disabilities in challenging academic programs such as those in science, engineering, mathematics, and technology. Primary funding for DO-IT is provided by the National Science Foundation, the State of Washington, and the U.S. Department of Education. DO-IT is a collaboration of UW Information Technology and the Colleges of Engineering and Education at the University of Washington.
Web Site: https://www.washington.edu/doit/academic-accommodations-students-learning-disabilities
Early Childhood Consultation Partnership (ECCP)
The Early Childhood Consultation Partnership® (ECCP®) is a state funded program that helps to improve the social-emotional skills of children from birth to age five. There is no cost to the childcare program or families. This is a voluntary program, so teachers, centers and families only receive this service if they would like to.
In their Core Classroom program, master's level ECCP® Consultants partner with directors and teachers to decide which social-emotional strategies to use in the classroom and with any chosen children. Common reasons to call ECCP® include things like supporting children with challenging behaviors, creating new routines or improving transitions. This strengths-based service focuses on helping the teaching team, so they can best support the classroom’s needs. ECCP® is best when used early, before more challenging behaviors occur.
ECCP also offers programs for family childcare providers or in the child's home.
Contact the ECCP consultant assigned to Southington for more information:
Ruth Clark, LMSW
Early Childhood Consultant
Wheeler Clinic, 74 East St, Plainville, CT
T: (860) 461-5035
Or find the ECCP consultant for your town at https://www.eccpct.com/Consultants/
Phone: (860) 704-6378
Web Site: http://www.eccpct.com/
Earth’s Natural Touch: Birth Care and Beyond
Earth's Natural Touch: Birth Care and Beyond is the largest Collective of Black / BIPOC Doulas and the largest Black Owned training organization of Doulas in Connecticut. They have Doulas in several states across the country and provide both In-Person and Virtual Doula services for Home birth, Hospital & Birth Center families.
-DOULA SERVICES
-CHILDBIRTH EDUCATION & SUPPORT
-VIRTUAL PREGNANCY PARTNERS PROGRAM
-WOMB ROOM SERVICES
-BEREAVEMENT DOULA
Email: EntDoulas@gmail.com
Web Site: https://earthsnaturaltouch.com/
eLearning Childbirth Education
When in-person childbirth education classes are not possible, we have a solution - eLearning Childbirth Education!
The InJoy Health Education Learning Portal is an interactive, Web-based tool that contains animated illustrations, videos, voice-overs, and games. It's great not only for first-time parents but is also useful as a refresher course for repeat parents.
MidState Medical Center, 435 Lewis Ave
Meriden,
Web Site: https://midstatemedical.org/services/maternity/birthing-parenting-classes
empowerHER
empowerHER was formed in 2013 as a grassroots movement in a small coastal town in Massachusetts by founder Cara Belvin. In an effort to bring teenage girls together on Mother’s Day weekend, and simply build community for girls + women who could relate to the loss of their mothers, word quickly spread across the country. Today, empowerHER provides an integrated series of programming year-round, at no charge to the family, in the United States and the United Kingdom.
They now serve all children and young adults of any parent loss.
Events are community-based, volunteer-driven and non-therapeutic and serve to remind children that they are not alone in their grief.
Their mentor program consists of caring + strong adult role models who have also experienced parent loss and help show them that loss is survivable.
759 Chief Justice Cushing Highway #317
Cohasset, Massachusetts
Phone: (617) 648-9559
Web Site: https://www.empoweringher.org/
Exceptional Family Needs Program
Support for military families with special needs family members is provided through the Exceptional Family Member Program (EFMP). Although each Service has its own EFMP, they all serve the same essential function: coordinating the assignment process to ensure special needs families are not sent to locations that lack adequate medical or educational resources. Installation EFMP programs offer support programs and provide families with information about and referral to local services. Enrollment in the EFMP is mandatory for active duty service members who have dependent family members with ongoing medical, mental health, or special educational needs.
Web Site: https://www.militaryfamily.org/info-resources/efmp-special-needs/
Family Enrichment Center at The Hospital of Central Connecticut
The Hospital of Central Connecticut's Family Enrichment Center helps families achieve parenting goals through a blend of services.
The Family Enrichment Center provides services to enhance parent child interaction via, groups and one-on-one connections, in your home and/or virtually.
The Family Enrichment Center services are modeled after the nationally recognized evidenced based Parents as Teachers curriculum. Parents as Teachers curriculum is designed to support families in learning more about child development, health and safety, and getting their child ready to start school. Parents as Teachers services can start any time before the child starts kindergarten, including during a parent’s pregnancy. These services reach pregnant women, expectant fathers, and parents and caregivers of children under the age of 5.
The Family Enrichment Center services also include Parenting Connections. Parenting Connections are groups that include topics on parenting, relationships, development, nurturing, discipline and creative play experiences.
The Family Enrichment Center services also include specifically designed supports for our fathers. These services vary from small-group conversations about parenting, to in-home or virtual support and one-on-one coaching. Our Father Involvement Parent Educator can work individually with fathers to help navigate a shared role in parental involvement.
HHC New Britain General Campus, 32 Hawkins Street
New Britain,
Web Site: https://thocc.org/services/maternity/departments-services/family-enrichment-center
Family Forward Advocacy CT
Family Forward Advocacy CT is dedicated to supporting families raising children with early developmental trauma (EDT), attachment disruption, and those formed through adoption. FFACT develops parent partnerships and strengthens family integrity practices across child-serving systems. We build awareness of Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) and the impact they have on children and their families, and we empower the voices of parents committed to both parenting thru trauma and advocating for change.
Advocate Services - Direct Services to Parents & Defense Attorney Coordinated Support
Advocacy Training - Empower Your Voice to Advocate for your Child's Special Needs; Public Policy Reform ACTion Planning, Coaching & Organizing
Education - Therapeutic Parenting Live Discussions & Webinars; Activate Your Voice Advocacy Planning Course and Parent Mentoring; Parenting Thru Trauma Podcast
Information and Resource Sharing, News, Links, Talks, and Partner Introductions
Connection - Professional Representation and Clinical Services Referrals
Outreach - Provider Partnership Services and Parent Support Group
Networking - Federal Child Welfare Public Policy Reform Action Opportunities in concert with Family Forward Foundation, the Family Forward Project, and the Grandma Warriors
99 Whispering Brook Drive
Kensington,
Phone: 860-505-0548
Web Site: https://www.ffact.org/
Farmington Pediatric & Adolescent Medicine
Barbara Ziogas, MD
1 Forest Park Dr #1
Farmington,
Phone: (860) 677-1112
Web Site: https://farmingtonpeds.com/
FAVOR CT
FAVOR provides family-focused, advocacy-based, and culturally sensitive community services that improve outcomes and family well-being.
Programs and Service include:
- Family Peer Support Program
Providing direct peer support services to families with children who have medical, mental, or behavioral health challenges.
- Family Systems Management Program
Increasing program effectiveness and fostering family involvement in decision-making about policies and practices.
- Learning and Leadership Academy
Empowering families through workshops and trainings.
- CT Medical Home Initiative (MHI)
Ensuring that children and youth with special health care needs have access to coordinated quality health care services.
185 Silas Deane Highway, Wethersfield
Phone: (860) 563-3232
Web Site: https://www.favor-ct.org/
Ferdinand Sauer Family BirthPlace
The Family BirthPlace provides the services of Internationally Board-Certified Lactation Consultants. Our consultants offer special training and tips to all mothers, including mothers of Special Care Nursery newborns, who may be unable to nurse for a time.
An informal walk-in support group for nursing mothers meets Wednesdays 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM in the Family BirthPlace lounge. The group is facilitated by our certified lactation consultant. Topics may include technique, milk supply, pumping, and returning to work.
Mothers and mothers-to-be who intend to breastfeed can take advantage of a variety of resources:
Prenatal breastfeeding classes for moms and families
24-hour breastfeeding support by our specially trained nurses
Support for working moms who wish to breastfeed when they return to work
Pediatricians, neonatologists and nurses who promote breastfeeding as the healthiest way for most babies to be fed
For mothers choosing to formula feed, the staff provides advice that includes how to mix and store formula, and how to feed the baby
Breast pumps are available for use while you are here and can be ordered through insurance to be delivered to your home
New Britain General Campus, 100 Grand Street
New Britain ,
Phone: 860-224-5226
Web Site: https://thocc.org/services/maternity/departments-services/breastfeeding
Gentle Kids Dentistry
76 N Main St
Southington, CT 06489
Phone: (860) 628-8868
Web Site: http://www.gentlekidsdentistry.com
Gentle Mama Counseling
Mischa Hadaway, LCSW, CD(DONA) is a perinatal therapist, working with clients who are planning a someday family, currently expecting, recently postpartum, or grieving a loss. This includes families who are managing theri journey through fertility, birth trauma and parenting with or without a partner.
Consultations are free. Sessions can be provided virtually.
West Hartford,
Phone: 860-215-4710
Web Site: http://www.gentlemamacounseling.com
Goodwin College – Dental Hygiene Clinic
Goodwin’s Dental Hygiene Clinic is committed to providing a variety of free dental hygiene services to both children and adults. They also work with community partners providing outreach services such as oral health screenings, dental hygiene education, nutritional and smoking cessation awareness. Students provide these services in sites such as community health centers, preschools, senior centers, and behavioral health and addiction facilities.
Services are provided by Goodwin dental hygiene students under the direct supervision of experienced and licensed dental hygiene faculty and dentists.
403 Main Street
East Hartford, CT
Phone: (860) 218-1800
Web Site: https://www.goodwin.edu/majors/dental-hygiene/clinic
Grants and Resources for Families with Special Needs
A list of resources for grants for medical equipment such as wheelchairs or adaptive bikes, grants to help with medical costs, wish organizations and other ways you can brighten up your child’s day as compiled on the "Joyful Journey Mom" site.
Web Site: http://www.tsalliance.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/02/Ultimate-List-of-Grants-and-Resources-for-Families-with-Special-Needs-Joyful-J.pdf
Hartford HealthCare Behavioral and Mental Health
The Hartford HealthCare system offers several mental and behavioral health options.
Inpatient Services
Inpatient Psychiatric Unit.
Psychiatric and substance abuse consultations for other inpatient units.
Inpatient services for adults and geriatric patients.
Central intake, triage and referral for hospital outpatient services that allows timely and efficient intakes within 48 hours.
Neonatal Abstinence Syndrome: Addiction, Pregnancy And My Baby.
Outpatient Services
We customize our programs to fit each individual's needs and give our clients the tools to achieve the best possible results.
The Counseling Center, 98 Main Street, Southington
Outpatient Psychiatry and Behavioral Health
All programs include ongoing psychiatric evaluation and medication management. Clinical and administrative staff are fully bilingual and culturally competent. Intensive Outpatient Groups and suboxone treatment.
Senior Care
For older adults, anxiety, depression, stress, and other conditions can be compounded by age-related issues like the deaths of loved ones, declining physical health and a loss of independence.
Substance Abuse
Our programs are designed to meet our clients' unique needs with customized care programs.
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Natchaug Hospital is the key provider of a regional system of care for children, adolescents and adults who are living with mental illness and substance abuse problems.
At Rushford, the challenges of addiction and mental health issues are met by the passion of specialists who treat every client with care, compassion and respect — throughout their time with us, and even after.
The Institute of Living (IOL) is one of America's leading not-for-profit centers for comprehensive patient care, research and education in the fields of behavioral, psychiatric and addiction disorders.
Web Site: https://thocc.org/services/behavioral-mental-health/clinics-locations
Hartford HealthCare Behavioral Health Network
The Behavioral Health Network provides the full continuum of both mental health and substance abuse recovery services, personalized to the needs of every client and integrated with their primary care health needs.
Web Site: https://hhcbehavioralhealth.org/
Help Me Grow CT
Help Me Grow CT is a FREE statewide program run by the Office of Early Childhood (OEC) that serves children and their families starting from pregnancy. It connect Connecticut children and their families to community services and resources related to child health, behavior, development and learning. This includes:
- Connections to community-based programs and services
- Connecting community providers with networking and training opportunities
Call 211 Child Development (1-800-505-7000) and talk with a care coordinator.
Web Site: https://cdi.211ct.org/program/help-me-grow/
Hop Brook Counseling Center
Hop Brook Counseling Center is a group or licensed mental health practitioners of varying specialties and can provide support to individuals and families of all ages and mental health needs.
They have video telehealth sessions for those who are seeking support, but are following social distancing guidelines and are not able to come into our offices. They have therapists available to provide counseling as well as a nurse practitioner who can provide more thorough psychiatric evaluations for those in need. This can all be done from the comfort and safety of the patients own home. All providers are in-network with Aetna, Anthem BC/BS, Cigna and Husky health networks*.*(individual telehealth coverage may vary) Patients can self refer directly by calling 860-259-4282 or by emailing info@hopbrookcc.com.
1187 Queen St
Southington,
Phone: 860-259-4282
Web Site: http://www.hopbrookcc.com
Hope and Support Group
Hope & Support Groups provide a safe and confidential space for parents, guardians, and others who are concerned about a loved one’s substance use or addiction. All families are welcomed and encouraged to utilize these services at no cost.
• Free membership
• All meetings have two facilitators, a licensed professional, and a para-professional with lived experience.
• Event information, educational resources, Q&A, and speakers
• 12-Panel Drug Tests for $5.00
THURSDAY
Every Thursday rotating through these locations:
Meriden 7:00pm-8:30pm
TriCircle Offices
169 Colony Street
Second Floor, Room 28
Parking and Entrance are located at the back of the building.
Colchester 6:00pm-7:30pm
51 Hayward Avenue
Colchester, CT 06415
Brick building, left door. Lots of on-street parking
Somers 6:00pm-7:30pm
The Story Barn
952 Main St.
Sponsored by TriCircle, Inc., a Connecticut 501(c)(3) non-profit organization founded to break the cycle of relapse and recidivism that exists in the current system of addiction recovery.
Phone: 860-349-7074
Web Site: https://tricircle.org/hope-support-groups/
Hospital for Special Care
Hospital for Special Care (HSC) is the fourth-largest, free-standing long-term acute care hospital in the U.S. and one of only two in the nation serving both adults and children. HSC is recognized for advanced care and rehabilitation in pulmonary care, acquired brain injury, medically-complex pediatrics, neuromuscular disorders, spinal cord injury, comprehensive heart failure, and comprehensive inpatient and outpatient treatment for children and adolescents with an autism spectrum disorder.
2150 Corbin Ave
New Britain,
Phone: (860) 223-2761
Web Site: https://hfsc.org/
Husky Health CT
Husky Health CT is health insurance for low-income families. They provide additional services related to access to health care.
Web Site: https://www.huskyhealthct.org/members.html
Infinity Music Therapy Services
Infinity Music Therapy Services offers high-quality, client-centered music therapy, music lessons, and early childhood music services at their location, in home or at your child's school or childcare. We also offer dance and movement therapy as well as dance lessons.
Infinity Music Therapy Services is the only perinatal music therapy services provider in the state of Connecticut. We work with expecting families from the second trimester on providing assistance with child birth education through the creative arts, original womb song/ lullaby creation, music therapy assisted childbirth, early childhood/family bonding through music, early intervention through music therapy, and more.
We offer in-person services, sessions in the home, virtual and telehealth services, depending on the type of service.
We have experience treating children and adults with developmental disabilities, mental health needs, neurological disorders, and more.
196 Queen Street, Southington
info@infinitymusictherapy.com,
Phone: (860) 518-5557
Web Site: http://www.infinitymusictherapy.com/
Institute of Living
The Institute of Living was one of the first mental health facilities in the country, and the first hospital of any kind in Connecticut. Today as Hartford Hospital's Divison of Mental Health, the Institute is a leading not-for-profit provider of comprehensive care for behavioral, psychiatric and addiction disorders as well as a center for research and education. The Institute of Living offers services for all ages.
The Institute's Child and Adolescent Departments and Services include:
ACCESS Mental Health CT
Autism Consultation Service
Day Treatment Programs
Outpatient Care
School Avoidance
Special Education
Independent School Health Check (ISHC)
Mental Health in Independent School Communities (MHISC)
Child and Adolescent Services available at Grace S. Webb School in Hartford and The Webb School at Cheshire
200 Retreat Ave
Hartford,
Phone: (860) 545-7000
Web Site: http://instituteofliving.org
IRIS Behavioral Health Services
IRIS Behavioral Health Services provides in-home ABA services throughout Litchfield, Hartford, New Haven, and Fairfield county and accept most private insurance.
Email: hello@IRISbhs.com
PO Box 371
Watertown, CT 06795
Phone: 860-334-9463
Web Site: https://www.irisbhs.com/
Ivy Rehab – Wallingford
Whether you need physical therapy, occupational therapy, sports medicine, lymphedema management, LSVT BIG treatment, or any of our other treatments or programs, Ivy Rehab is here for you. This Ivy Rehab clinic also offers women's health, pelvic floor, and incontinence program. The Wallingford staff is happy to walk you through the necessary paperwork and assist in any way possible, including insurance questions and scheduling. They even call your insurance company for you to help you understand your benefits.
101 N Plains Industrial Rd Ste 100
Wallingford, \
Phone: (203) 265-0018
Web Site: https://www.ivyrehab.com/location/wallingford-ct/
Jennifer Charbonnier, PhD, LMFT, LLC
Marital and Family Therapist with over 30 years of experience working with individuals, couples, and families. Specialty is working with families with kids with behavioral and emotional struggles, parental coaching, and school collaboration.
Email: JCharbonnierNOS@aol.com
, 51 North Main Street
Southington,
Phone: 860 388-3520
Web Site: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists/jennifer-charbonnier-phd-lmft-llc-old-saybrook-ct/324162
Joan Schmidt, Speech Language Pathologist
Joan Schmidt MA, CCC-SLP, is a Speech Language Pathologist specializing in early childhood and school age population. She is a certified implementer of the Picture Exchange Communication System. She works for a local school system and see patients privately in their home, especially in the summer.
Email: schgj@cox.net
Southington,
Jocelyn the Doula
Jocelyn the Doula is a postpartum doula providing support & relief for mothers/families of babies during the first 3 months after birth in the central CT area.
Email: jocelyngregor@yahoo.com
Instagram: @jocelynthedoula
Phone: 860-863-8657
Just 4 Kidz Dentistry
1115 West St #4
Southington, CT 06489
Phone: (860) 426-1470
Web Site: http://www.just4kidzdentistry.com
Kellys Kids – Animal Therapy Programs and Summer Farm Camp
Programs at the farm or your group's location. Summer day camp.
, 9 Spring Road
Prospect, CT
Phone: 203-232-3546
Web Site: http://www.kellyskids.org
KidsMentalHealthInfo by Child Health and Development Institute of CT, Inc.
KidsMentalHealthInfo.com helps parents and caregivers in Connecticut and beyond understand their child’s behavior and mental health issues. The website answers frequently asked questions, helps families navigate treatment options, and provides links to Connecticut and national resources. The site can be viewed in English and Spanish and includes special sections on trauma, early childhood mental health, school-based mental health, and evidence-based treatments. The site also has a section for professionals working with young children in Connecticut.
Web Site: https://kidsmentalhealthinfo.com/
Klingberg Family Centers
Klingberg Family Centers is a private, nonprofit multi-service agency providing help to thousands of persons across Connecticut each year. Our goal is to extend hope and healing to children and families whose lives have been traumatized by abuse and/or neglect in its various forms, severe family problems and mental health issues. Through an array of group care, special education, foster care and community programs, children and parents are given the encouragement and skills they need to function more effectively at home, in school and in their community. The main campus is located in New Britain, Connecticut. They also offer a wide range of community services from the office in Hartford.
Klingberg Family Centers promotes and ensures equality, diversity, and inclusion in all aspects of our work. We are committed to eliminating all discrimination and value our diverse workforce, client population, and community.
370 Linwood St
New Britain,
Phone: General Information (860) 832-5503
Web Site: https://klingberg.org/
Lactation Services of Southington
Lactation Services of Southington provides private lactation consultations in your home for you and your new baby from pre-natal through weaning. They offer breast pump rentals and sales They also host a mother-to-mother breastfeeding support group for mothers and babies called Milk Mates which meets once a month in the morning and evening, and a Baby Weigh and Stay clinic.
Patrice Jones,, PAC, IBCLC, breastfeedingservice@gmail.com
Southington, CT
Phone: 860-385-1655
Web Site: http://lactationservicesofsouthington.com/
Life Source Center, Inc.
The Life Source Center is a nonprofit group practice composed of licensed clinicians in various fields of behavioral health such as couples and family therapy, alcohol and drug counseling and individual counseling specializing in anxiety and depression.
The Life Source Center also provides Relationship counseling services by a licensed marriage & family therapist to couples struggling with relationship issues. These issues include conflict resolution, developing negotiation skills and recapturing a sense of intimacy. Couple’s counseling also deals with issues of infidelity.
lifesourcecenter@yahoo.com
710 Main Street
Plantsville,
Phone: 860.628.8474
Web Site: http://lifesourcecenter.org/
Lifespring Pediatrics
Dr. Maureen Onyirimba specializes in Pediatric Endocrinology and Pediatrics.
100 North Main Street
Southington, CT 06489
Phone: 860-426-9440
Maika
Maika, Inc. provides access to safe shelters and other required support services to victims of domestic abuse and violence among the immigrant population of all origins, especially South Asian and Middle-Eastern communities. Maika supports women to be autonomous through a full array of assistance measures including emergency shelter, transitional housing, education, counseling, assisting with job search and legal aid.
Phone: 203-777-0455
Web Site: http://www.mymaika.org
Maternity at Bristol Health
From preconception counseling to delivery and postpartum care, our compassionate obstetrics team will partner with you for better health throughout your pregnancy. Our network provides comprehensive care for pregnancy to help keep you and your baby healthy. We personalize your appointment and testing schedule to your pregnancy so we can diagnose any issues early and take steps to protect you and your little one.
Services include;
Preconception Counseling
Routine Obstetrical Care
High-Risk Obstetrical Care
Pediatric Hospitalist Group
Breastfeeding
41 Brewster Road
Bristol,
Phone: 860-585-3000
Web Site: https://www.bristolhealth.org/get-care/primary-care/obgyn/obstetrics
Maternity Program at MidState Medical Center
Board-certified maternal-fetal medicine physicians will work closely with a mother's obstetrician to detect risk factors and coordinate care and follow her through her entire pregnancy to ensure a safe delivery for both mother and baby.
Services include;
Family Birthing
Cesarean Section
Intensive Care Nurseries
Maternal Fetal Medicine
Birthing/Parenting Classes
MidState Medical Center, 435 Lewis Street
Meriden,
Phone: 203-694-5550
Web Site: https://midstatemedical.org/services/maternity
Maternity Program at The Hospital of Central CT
The Family BirthPlace is staffed by board-certified obstetricians, with specialists ready if needed 24 hours a day, including on-site, board-certified anesthesiologists for pain control and perinatologists for high-risk pregnancies.
Services and departments include;
Breastfeeding
eLearning Prenatal Education
Family Enrichment Center
Neonatal Intensive Care Unit
Maternal Fetal Medicine
Addiction, Pregnancy And My Baby
GYN Services
GYN Robotics
Ferdinand Sauer Family BirthPlace, 100 Grand Street
New Britian,
Meriden Pediatric Associates
Kerline A Vassell-Klaus, MD
Rena L Aroesty, MD
Sandra Peccerillo, APRN
Susan E Lelko, MD
816 Broad St #16
Meriden,
Phone: (203) 238-1256
Web Site: https://www.prohealthmd.com/locations-nav/locations/ct/meriden-pediatric-associates-816-broad-st-bldg-1-suite-16-meriden-ct-06450/0f8685c5-eb3a-4f52-ad68-ede9f12cc921.html
Mid-Level Developmental Assessment | The Village
Mid-Level Developmental Assessment (MLDA) is for Children 6 months - 6 years old who are struggling within their home and/or school environment.
Services include:
- Comprehensive clinical assessment of communication, cognitive, physical, adaptive, social/emotional and parenting
- Developmental testing
- Feedback session
- Integrated family services plan within 30 days
You can contact The Village directly at the link below or Call 211 Child Development (1-800-505-7000) and talk with a care coordinator.
The Village for Families & Children, 1680 Albany Avenue
Hartford, CT
Web Site: https://thevillage.org/programs/mid-level-developmental-assessment/
Mobile Crisis Intervention Services
Mobile Crisis Intervention Services serves children and adolescents experiencing a mental health crisis.
It can help youth avoid the negative consequences that can result from mental health crises (such as juvenile arrests) and can help address issues in young children while they are still young.
By dialing 2-1-1 and, when prompted, pressing ‘1’ for ‘crisis’, and then “1” again for “Mobile Crisis” police can gain access to Mobile Crisis’ 14 teams of nearly 150 trained mental health professionals across the state that can respond immediately, face-to-face or by phone, to help manage the child’s behavioral or emotional crisis.
This could include a child threatening to harm themselves or others and uncontrolled anger or aggression.
Note that even preschool children can benefit from these services.
In Connecticut, the Department of Children and Families (DCF) provides these crisis services for children and youth through the Emergency Mobile Psychiatric Service (EMPS).
Phone: Call 2-1-1, then pick 1 for crisis and 1 for mobile crisis
Web Site: http://www.empsct.org/
New Britain OBGYN Group
35 North Main St, 2A
Southington, CT 06489
Phone: 860-628-4759
Web Site: http://newbritainobgyn.com/
New Britain Pediatric Group
Tamika Brierley, M.D.
Lynn Czekai, M.D.
Amy Garaffa, M.D.
Norine Kanter, M.D.
Brian A. Lamoureux, M.D.
Christine Lamoureux, M.D.
1095 W Main St
New Britain,
Phone: 860-225-6064
Web Site: http://www.newbritainpedi.com/site/home/
Next Steps Parent Support Group
The Next Steps Parent Support Group is for parents of children with special needs in the Southington area and is a place to bring questions, find support and take part in general discussions on topics relevant to family caregiving. Next Steps connects family caregivers directly to other family caregivers to share information. The group meets the fourth Tuesday of every month at 6 p.m. at The Summit in Plantsville.
For more information about the support group, contact Lori at stevelori@cox.net or Carrie at cgfolig1@cox.net.
261 Summit St
Plantsville, CT 06479
Paper Crane Birth Services
Vanessa E. Hawke, CCCE
Maternal Support Practitioner (Trained, Bebo Mia)
Based in Southington, serving all of Connecticut
Doula support - Informational, emotional, and physical support throughout pregnancy, labor, and birth.
Childbirth education - Private, custom childbirth classes tailored to fit your needs.
papercranebirth@gmail.com
Southington, CT
Phone: (860) 384-7532
Pediatric Associates Bristol
Carolyn A. Clark MD, FAAP
Bryan Holland MD, FAAP
Ruth Loomis MD, FAAP
Julie Schiff MD, FAAP
Adam Mastrocola MD
43 Enterprise Dr Ste 1
Bristol,
Phone: (860) 589-5230
Web Site: https://pediatricassociatesbristol.com/
Pediatric Associates of Cheshire
James O’Connor, MD
Karalyn Kinsella, MD
Elizabeth Herz, MD
Brian Liebler, MD
Jonathan Uhl, MD
435 Highland Ave #110
Cheshire,
Phone: (203) 272-0396
Web Site: https://pedicheshire.com/
Pediatric Care Center
Pediatric Care Center has two offices in Connecticut.
340 N. Main Street, Southington, CT 06849
Southington: (860) 628-5767
1301 Farmington Avenue, Bristol, CT 06010
Bristol: (860) 589-4501
Web Site: https://pediatriccarectr.com/
Perspectives Center for Care, Inc.
Perspectives Center for Care, Inc. is a non-profit agency dedicated to the well-being of individuals, families and communities. We strive to provide the most effective forms of therapy through research and state of the art programs.
The agency provides behavioral health, substance use and medication services to children, adolescents and adults.
Services, which are available in 6 languages (English, Spanish, Portuguese, Italian, Polish and Croatian) include:
Counseling Services
Reunification Services
Intensive Outpatient Program
Substance Use Services
Medication Management
Parenting Programs
Group Counseling
Developmental Services
Pet Assisted Therapy
Case Management Services
Services for Victims of Abuse & Violence
scheduling@pcc4me.com
Bristol ∼ Waterbury ∼ Meriden ∼ Danbury,
Phone: (860) 276-3000
Web Site: https://pcc4me.com/
Posner Inclusion
Mick Posner and Rachel Posner operate a consulting business that provides consulting and advocacy services to parents and school districts around issues related to the Deaf & Hard-of-Hearing.
They also hold American Sign Language classes.
Mick is an ASL teacher for Conard High School, an ASL instructor at Southern Connecticut State University and has taught at ESPN, Manchester CC and Naugatuck Valley CC.
Both are dual-certified K-12 Deaf Education teachers, both in CT and nationwide through the Council on the Education of the Deaf (CED.)
Email them at mickposner@gmail.com and raeposner@gmail.com.
Plainville/Southington,
Web Site: https://www.facebook.com/posnerinclusion/
Postpartum Support International Connecticut Chapter (PSI CT)
The mission of Postpartum Support International Connecticut Chapter (PSI-CT) is to promote awareness, prevention and treatment for perinatal wellbeing throughout Connecticut.
They are currently meeting virtually.
www.facebook.com/psictchapter
www.twitter.com/psictchapter
www.postpartum.net
Web Site: http://www.psictchapter.com
Preschool Screening by Southington Schools
Southington Public Schools offers free preschool screening for parents who have concerns regarding their children’s development, speech and language and behavior. Preschool speech/language pathologist and/or a preschool special education teacher will conduct the screening.
Phone: 860-628-3200 x332
Web Site: https://www.southingtonschools.org/district-departments/special-education/preschool
Project Search CT
Project SEARCH provides training opportunities that assist individuals with intellectual disabilities obtain careers in a community-based, integrated and competitive setting.
Web Site: https://portal.ct.gov/DDS/EmploymentDayServices/ProjectSearch/Project-Search
PROUD: Parents Recovering from Opioid Use Disorders
PROUD serves pregnant and postpartum women with substance use disorders, including opioid use disorder, in the Greater Hartford and New Britain areas.
PROUD teams will complete a family needs assessment with eligible women and their household members to create a plan to address individual and family needs around: substance use and mental health treatment, connections to medical providers (including prenatal care), employment, housing, and recovery support.
Web Site: https://portal.ct.gov/DMHAS/Programs-and-Services/Women/PROUD---Parents-Recovering-from-Opioid-Use-Disorder
Prudence Crandall Center
Prudence Crandall Center, Inc is the oldest domestic violence program in Connecticut. PCC offers comprehensive services to women, men, and children who are victims of domestic violence and is the only domestic violence program serving these nine Connecticut towns: Berlin, Bristol, Burlington, Kensington, New Britain, Plainville, Plymouth, Southington, and Terryville.
594 Burritt Street
New Britian, CT
Phone: 860-225-5187
Web Site: https://prudencecrandall.org/
Safe Connect CT
Concerned about an abusive situation? Reach out to Safe Connect Connecticut, the statewide domestic violence hotline that covers 18 member programs, including the Prudence Crandall Center. They receive the calls, do a thorough assessment of needs, emotional support, safety planning, and options, and then, depending on what the clients are searching for, they may provide help obtaining counseling/support groups, shelter, housing assistance, basic needs.
Call (888) 774-2900, email safeconnect@ctcadv.org or chat at https://ctsafeconnect.com/
Phone: (888) 774-2900
Web Site: https://ctsafeconnect.com/
Safe Haven for Newborns
The CT Safe Havens Act For Newborns is a law that allows anyone to safely drop off a newborn baby, within the first 30 days of life, to any hospital emergency room in Connecticut, without being subject to arrest for abandonment.
The closest Safe Haven drop-off points are at the Hospital of Central CT Bradley campus on Meriden Ave, Bristol Hospital, and Midstate Medical Center.
Web Site: http://uwc.211ct.org/safe-haven-for-newborns-act/
Safe Kids
Safe Kids Worldwide is a global nonprofit dedicated to protecting kids from preventable injuries, the number one cause of death to children in the United States and a global epidemic around the world.
Safe Kids works with more than 400 network members in the U.S. and partners in 33 countries to keep kids safe at home, on the road and at play. They educate families, raise awareness, create safer environments and advocate for improved laws to protect children.
Web Site: https://www.safekids.org/
SEPI-CT
SEPI-CT (Substance Exposed Pregnancy Initiative of Connecticut) works with both providers and families across Connecticut to bring awareness to substance exposure during pregnancy, and to ensure families have access to the treatment, recovery, and support resources they need.
Web Site: https://www.sepict.org/
SERC, State Education Resource Center
SERC, the State Education Resource Center, is a quasi-public agency established under statute to serve the CT State Board of Education in supporting educational equity and excellence. They do this by providing professional development and information dissemination in the latest research and best practices to educators, service providers, and families throughout the state, as well as job-embedded technical assistance and training within schools, programs, and districts. The agency maintains the Special Education Resource Center and SERC Library in addition to its broader responsibilities, including the support to programs and activities regarding early childhood education and school improvement.
In collaboration with the CSDE Bureau of Special Education, SERC continues to design, coordinate, and implement special education programming to support educators, leaders, youth, and families.
SERC, in collaboration with the CT Tech Act, has established an Adaptive Technology demonstration site and lending library.
SERC's library provides a collection of research, reference, and instructional materials and resources for children and adults related to education and social service needs. It continues to serve educators, families, college and university students, and other interested residents seeking resources and professional learning that supports educational equity and excellence for all K-12 students. View their catalog at https://serclibrary.library.site.
175 Union Street
Waterbury, CT
Phone: (860) 632-1485
Web Site: https://ctserc.org/
Sesame Street Autism Resources for Parents
Sesame Workshop is a nonprofit on a mission to help kids everywhere grow smarter, stronger, and kinder.
Web Site: https://sesameworkshop.org/topics/autism/
SoCCA – Southington Community Cultural Arts Center
The Southington Community Cultural Arts Center (SoCCA) offers music, art and pottery classes for ages 3 to adult; exhibits and performances; and creative and vocational artisan training for those with disabilities.
A variety of summer programs are offered.
93 Main Street, Corner of Main Street and Berlin Avenue
Southington, CT
Phone: 860-276-1581
Web Site: http://www.southingtonarts.org
Somewhere Over the Spectrum
Somewhere Over the Spectrum is a holistic center that provides intensive therapeutic programming services to children with Autism. Somewhere Over the Spectrum utilizes a variety of different methodologies, practices and foundations to create comprehensive programming for each child.
"Our clinical staff and therapists are able to holistically support each child's programming within a comprehensive and dynamic approach. At Somewhere Over the Spectrum, there is a land full of acceptance, awareness, understanding and love for these children, who we feel have the most exceptional minds in the world."
info@somewhereoverct.com
120 Webster Square Road
Berlin,
Phone: (860) 420-3800
Web Site: http://www.somewhereoverct.com
Southington Behavioral Health Resource Directory
The Southington Behavioral Health Resource Directory, a comprehensive guide to behavioral health and community resources in Southington, is available online at the Connecticut Clearinghouse website, as well as through the Town of Southington, Southington Public Library, Plainville-Southington Regional Health District, Southington Youth Services, and Southington Community Services.
This directory includes comprehensive information about local behavioral health resources, including outpatient and inpatient care for children, adolescents, and adults, as well as details about confidential assessments, short and long-term counseling, psychotherapy, family therapy, and mental health treatment.
The directory also includes information about accessing transportation and food as well as new information regarding drug collection drop boxes, treatment for opioid misuse, health services and advocacy.
The directory, part of the Southington Health Outreach Project, is a collaboration between the Bradley H. Barnes & Leila U. Barnes Memorial Trust at Main Street Community Foundation and Wheeler Clinic.
Web Site: https://www.ctclearinghouse.org/Customer-Content/www/files/PDFs/Updated_2022-_Southington_BH_Directory.pdf
Southington Community Services
Southington Community Services offers support services to Southington residents, and connects them with the appropriate providers. They serve as a link between private providers, human services and governmental agencies.
In order to insure adequate time is provided to discuss your concerns, please call the office at (860) 628-3761 to schedule an appointment. You may need to bring in proof of residency and/or proof of income.
Services include:
Food Pantry, including diapers and personal hygiene items
Donations of new and gently used clothing and other items
Energy Assistance
Holiday Programs: Community Services provides assistance to qualified Southington individuals and families through various holiday programs.
Summer Camp
Parks and Recreation Summer Camp
Emergency Assistance
Rent/Mortgage Assistance
Assistance with State Programs
Free Income Tax Preparation
Women, Infants & Children Program (WIC)
91 Norton St
Plantsville,
Phone: (860)-628-3761
Web Site: https://www.southington.org/departments/community_services/index.php
Southington CT Special Needs Families
Southington CT Special Needs Families is a Facebook group for parents, siblings, and caregivers who live in Southington and surrounding towns and have a loved one with special needs. As well as teachers, therapists and medical professionals who work with our beautiful children are also welcome to join as well.
Web Site: https://www.facebook.com/groups/902218763121502/
Southington Pediatric Associates
Southington Pediatric Associates' skilled team of Southington providers offers comprehensive medical care for infants, children and adolescents.
Dr. George Skarvinko, Gina Lattanzio APRN and Angela Orsini-Garry MSN, APRN, PPCNP-BC
209 Main Street
Southington, CT 06489
Phone: 860-621-8331
Web Site: http://www.southingtonpediatricassociates.com/
Southington Public Schools and Integrated Preschool Program
The Southington Public School District has 8 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, 1 high school and an alternative high school.
To determine which school your child will attend visit the school/street directory at https://www.southingtonschools.org/school-zone-directory.
Their Southington Integrated Preschool program, which has approximately 50% typically developing children who serve as peer models for the students who require special education, meets at Wrinn Preschool Center at Hatton Elementary School (3 classrooms) and Strong Elementary School (1 classroom).
See more details and the current availability at https://www.southingtonearlychildhood.org/kindergarten-ready/preschool-options/.
https://www.southingtonschools.org/district-departments/special-education/preschool.
Southington,
Phone: Registration, preschool and special ed: 860-628-3200 x10332
Web Site: https://www.southingtonschools.org/district-departments/special-education/preschool
Southington Town-wide Effort to Promote Success
Southington Town-wide Effort to Promote Success (STEPS) is leading Southington's charge against substance abuse. They work to inform the community about risky behaviors, while also striving to limit access, and promote policy change.
196 North Main St
Southington,
Phone: (860)-276-6285
Web Site: http://southingtonsteps.org/
Southington Youth Services
Southington Youth Services provides resources and a voice for youth including:
Counseling
Parent Information Series
Juvenile Review Board
Babysitting Certification Class
CPR classes
When I'm In Charge classes for young teens
Kristen's Kloset, prom dresses, accessories and support for high school students
Hope and Support Group for parents whose children are struggling with addiction or learning to live without substances
Youth Volunteering Program
196 North Main St
Southington,
Phone: (860)-276-6281
Web Site: https://www.southington.org/departments/youth_services/index.php
Special Education Department of Southington Public Schools
The Southington School District offers a continuum of Special Education services to meet the individual needs of students, ages 3 - 21, identified as needing special education.
For more information about developmental concerns and the Special Education department of SPS, see http://www.southingtonearlychildhood.org/development-concerns/.
Phone: (860) 628-3200 x10322
Web Site: https://www.southingtonschools.org/district-departments/special-education/special-education-services
Starling Physicians New Britain Pediatrics
Noelle Leong, MD, FAAP
Marc P. Ramirez, MD, FAAP
Evelyne Sousa, MD, FAAP
300 Kensington Ave #3916
Phone: (860) 224-6282
Web Site: https://www.starlingphysicians.com/specialty/pediatrics/
Synergy HomeCare
In addition to care for seniors, Synergy HomeCare provides nurturing care for new or expectant moms.
They can help with laundry, light housekeeping and errands, meal preparation, bathing and personal care when on bedrest, and child care relief.
Heather Burrows is the HomeCare Coordinator covering Southington.
2572 Whitney Ave, Unit 1
Hamden,
Phone: 203-695-1578
Web Site: https://synergyhomecare.com/specialized-care/
The Alliance – Psychology, Advocacy, & Support
The Alliance is a team of Master's Level psychotherapists who will work with you or your loved ones. They specialize in Depression, Anxiety, ADHD, Adjustment Problems for adolescents and adults, and work with those who have major mental illnesses such as Bipolar Disorder, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Schizophrenia, and/or a Personality Disorder.
As a group, they are supportive of, and allied with, the LGBTQ+, trans, and Gender Queer community. Provide affirmation and understanding, support, and advocacy.
Serving Connecticut in office and via telehealth.
Available Services
- Psychotherapy with empathy and compassion from a team of experts who build supportive and empowering relationships.
- Psychological Assessment, Diagnosis, Report Writing, and initial Treatment Planning.
- General Psychological and Behavioral Issues
Depression, Bipolar Disorder, Schizophrenia, Personality Issues, Anxiety, OCD, PTSD, etc. (spectrum of disorders)
- Neuropsychological Assessment
ADHD, Autism, Intellectual Issues, Developmental Issues, Cognitive Concerns (memory, dementia, etc)
- Educational/Achievement
Gifted, Learning Disability, Autism Spectrum, Emotional Disability
- Forensic Assessment
Civil, Criminal, Interrogation and Confession Evidence
- Disability/Support/Accommodations
Advocacy after testing is complete, Psychiatric Evaluations and prescribing, Educational Coaching and Tutoring/Support
141 Elm Street
Cheshire,
Phone: 203-583-9222
Web Site: https://www.alliancepsy.com/home
The Center for Children with Special Needs
The Center for Children with Special Needs (CCSN) is an interdisciplinary clinic specializing in the diagnosis, evaluation and treatment of people with complex neurodevelopmental disabilities, focusing especially on children with autism and related disorders. To answer the growing needs of our community, CCSN now offers a full spectrum of care with new clinical treatment offerings through CCSN Behavioral Health.
Some of their services include intake and assessment, intervention services, individual and group/family therapies, specialized treatment clinics, social skill play groups, family training and support, occupational therapy, and more.
New (spring 2023) - Executive Functioning Clinic (outplacement) which provides services to children, adolescents and young adults with executive functioning deficits, ADHD, and disruptive behavior disorders and their families.
New - Educational Consultation for programs, agencies, teachers/staff, families. Can do behavior assessment, occupational therapy and professional training.
Glastonbury and Farmington,
Phone: 860-430-1762
Web Site: https://www.ccsnct.org/
The Cove Center for Grieving Children
The Cove Center for Grieving Children specializes in helping children and adolescents who are grieving the death of a significant person in their life. This non-profit offers free child-focused, family support groups, a "Good Grief" school program, professional development, a weekend camping experience and community outreach.
Email: info@covect.org
1113 A South Main Street
Chesire, CT
Phone: 203-634-0500
Web Site: http://www.covect.org
The Little Tooth Company
264 Queen St
Southington, CT 06489
Phone: (860) 426-2643
Web Site: http://www.littletoothcompany.com
The Misfit Mamas, Inc.
At The Misfit Mamas Inc., we prioritize the importance of family and meaningful connections with others in the local community. We achieve this by providing a diverse range of enjoyable and relaxed events, including: workshops, educational opportunities, support groups, fun meet-ups, and unique special events. Our ultimate goal is to help all families thrive, not just survive, their parenting journey; regardless of their stage of parenthood. We are also excited to launch our Care Specialist program. This program allows families to find a child care specialist with extensive experience, background and reference checks and CPR/First Aid certification. These child care specialists are contracted through our organization and we work closely with families seeking care to ensure that you find the right caregiver for your family’s needs. Our child care specialists are available for full time, part time, or occasional caregiving.
info@themisfitmamasinc.org
PO Box 629, 125 Main St
Southington,
Phone: (860) 222 - 0831
Web Site: https://www.themisfitmamasinc.org/
The Parent & Child Center at Bristol Hospital
The Parent & Child Center at Bristol Hospital offers a variety of services.
- Parent Support Center - Families can "drop in" during program hours to discuss struggles and challenges in their lives or use the Resource Library
- The Caring Closet offers basic need items – diapers, wipes, baby food, clothing and other baby items – to low-income clients.
- The Nurturing Families Network provides assistance and support to new, first-time parents during pregnancy and beyond, by answering questions, providing tips on how to care for your baby and yourself, and offering information on community resources that can help you.
- The Positive Parenting Program (Triple P) Family Enrichment Services provides in-home parenting education that increases parenting skills using tools designed to assist in gauging monthly progress.
- The Family Life Works Program provides parenting education and child development classes throughout Connecticut.
- The Family Wellness Program’s goal is to prevent childhood obesity by promoting family nutrition and healthy physical activity for low-income families.
- Home-Based Parent Education Services for families who are either not appropriate for group-based classes or need additional services.
9 Prospect Street
Bristol,
Phone: 860.585.3481
Web Site: https://www.bristolhospital.org/Services/Parent-and-Child-Center.aspx
The Social Learning Center
The SLC and its sister company, the SLC Counseling Associates, LLC. offers a range of therapeutic services including social cognitive groups, mental health counseling, educational consultation, professional development, EF Coaching & parent advocacy. They specialize in working with children, adolescents, and adults struggling with anxiety, depression, executive functioning deficits, and/or other social learning challenges.
545 Highland Ave
Cheshire,
Phone: (203) 250-0305
Web Site: https://www.sociallearningcenter.org/
Thiel Mental Health Services, LLC
Thiel Mental Health Services, LLC is owned and operated by Erika E. Thiel, LPC, ADHD-CCSP.
Erika is a certified clinical service provider for ADHD who specializes in Adult ADHD, and trauma. She is passionate about working with these populations and has worked with several clients to find peace in their life over behaviors and events that the client has felt plagued with throughout their life.
Erika uses EMDR, CBT, and IFS as approaches for trauma and anger. She also has a background in MI and DBT. Clients are always incorporated in creating a plan to ensure all treatment goals can be and are being worked on and accomplished.
Info@thielmentalhealthservices.com
710 Main Street
Plantsville,
Web Site: https://thielmentalhealthservices.com/
Tides of Mind Counseling
Tides of Mind Counseling is a leading provider of mental health and counseling services. With treatments that range from individual and group counseling to therapy designed for children and teens to family and couples’ therapy, we can help you or your loved one overcome life’s struggles and live a life free of depression and anxiety.
They have several additional locations across CT and RI.
341 West Street, Unit B,
Southington,
Phone: (203) 819-0789
Web Site: https://tidesofmindcounseling.com/
UConn Child and Family Development Program
The Child and Family Development Program at UConn Health’s Southington location serves Southington children ages 6-17 and their parents and guardians. They provide services, support, and education aimed at:
- Strengthening parents’ skills and capacity to support their children’s social and emotional health and development.
- Providing families with educational resources related to children’s social and emotional health and development.
- Providing training in evidence-based assessment and treatment to school-based providers.
1115 West Street
Southington,
Phone: 860-523-3725
Web Site: https://health.uconn.edu/psychiatry/areas-of-care/child-and-adolescent/child-and-family-development-program/
Urgent Crisis Centers
Urgent Crisis Centers are now available to families of children who are experiencing a behavioral health crisis but do not require emergency department level of care.
Licensed and funded by DCF, the centers function as walk-in clinics, providing youths and their families with immediate access to resources while they are experiencing a behavioral health crisis, such as thoughts of suicide or self-injury, feelings of depression or anxiety, out-of-control behaviors; substance misuse, etc.
Multiple locations listed on their website.
Web Site: https://portal.ct.gov/DCF/Behavioral-Health-Partnership/Home/Urgent-Crisis-Centers-for-Children
Wheeler Clinic
Wheeler is a community health center, providing addiction services and drug treatment, behavioral and mental healthcare, and primary care, as well as a wide range of specialty care. Their outpatient locations are in Hartford, Bristol, New Britain, Waterbury, and Plainville, Connecticut, and more than 100 community-based programs cover the entire state.
Programs for Children and Adolescents include:
Pediatrics and Dental Care
Behavioral Health and Substance Abuse Treatment
Early Childhood
Crisis Services
Congregate Care
Youth Justice Services
Family & Child Welfare
Prevention Resources for Individuals and Families
Walk With Me - specialized outpatient treatment track for LGBTQ+ identifying people of all ages who are seeking therapeutic, medical and/or peer support to address their specific needs. They offer Gender Exploration Group meetings for ages 11 to 17 and for ages 18 to 35. WalkWithMe@wheelerclinic.org
They also offer Centers of Excellence - Addiction and Child & Adolescent Services and Foster Care Programs.
Through a grant, Wheeler had a dedicated Community Health Outreach Coordinator for Southington.
Phone: 888-793-3500
Web Site: https://www.wheelerclinic.org/
Wilcox Wellness
Wilcox Wellness, LLC is a diverse, dynamic, and dedicated team of mental health and wellness experts who are committed to empowering individuals, families, couples, and groups to create confidence, clarity, and calm in their lives and relationships.
92 N Summit Street
Southington, CT
Phone: (860) 266-6098
Web Site: https://www.wilcoxwellness.com/
Willow Tree Wellness
Willow Tree Wellness provides empathetic support in a safe environment so that you are empowered to explore, grow, and feel confident in navigating and adapting to life’s challenges.
We envision a world where you'll feel a sense of connectedness and fulfillment with yourself and others.
Willow Tree Wellness is an LGBTQI+ affirming private practice, is family-friendly and welcomes babies.
Their team of clinicians work in these practice areas:
Anxiety
Bariatric Counseling
Codependency
Coping Skills
Couples Counseling
Depression
Divorce
Family Conflict
Gender and Sexual Identity
Infidelity
Life Transitions
Men's Issues
Parenting
Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum Counseling
Relationship Issues
Self-Esteem
Sexual Abuse
Stress
Trauma and PTSD
Unhealthy relationships
Women's Issues
willowtreewellnessct@gmail.com
132 Main Street, Suite 2A
Southington,
Phone: (860) 276-4459
Web Site: https://www.willowtreewellnessct.com/
YWCA New Britain’s Sexual Assault Crisis Service
YWCA New Britain's Sexual Assault Crisis Service (SACS) covers a 46-town region, including Southington. They offer assistance to sexual assault survivors and their loved ones. These services are critical after such trauma, helping victims and their families regain feelings of independence, optimism, and hope. The advocates on staff are trained to work with hospital staff, the court system, public safety officers and other counselors assisting their clients.
SACS offers free, confidential service for victims of sexual assault, including:
24-hour English and Spanish confidential hotlines with immediate access to trained, certified counselors
Bilingual, female and male counselors
Short-term, individual crisis counseling
Support groups
Counseling in school settings. Children may be referred by school faculty or parent/guardian.
Accompaniment throughout medical, police, and court procedures
Information and referrals
Campus advocacy and training
Volunteer opportunities and state certified counselor training
YWCA New Britain, 19 Franklin Square
New Britain, CT
Phone: English: 1-888-999-5545, Spanish: 888-586-8332
Web Site: https://ywcanb.org/sexual-assault-services-main/sexual-assault-services/
