Potter County Mental Health, Developmental/Intellectual Disabilities, Early Intervention Services
Mental Health Services for Adults: Potter County offers a variety of services for individuals 18 and over who are experiencing mental health issues. Individuals utilizing mental health services are provided the opportunity for growth, recovery, and inclusion in their communities, and have access to culturally competent services and supports of their choice. To make referrals to our Adult services please call 814-544-7315. Mental Health Services for Children: For individuals under 18 or (under 21 with Special Education classes) experiencing Mental Health difficulties, we offer in-home and community-based services. Potter County focuses on the CASSP principles making sure services are child-centered, family-focused, community-based, multi-system, culturally competent, least restrictive, and least intrusive. To make referrals for children please call the Department of Mental Health at 814-544-7315.
Base Service Unit The Base Service Unit is available to assist individuals of all ages with accessing mental health services/programs and supports in Potter County based on their needs and their preferences. The Base Service Unit determines eligibility for various mental health programs and treatment.
To contact the Base Service Unit please call 814-544-7315 or 1-800-800-2560 and ask for the Base Service Unit.
Intellectual Disabilities
Potter County Human Services seeks to provide individuals with intellectual disabilities, developmental disabilities, and autism achieve greater independence, choice, and opportunity in their homes and communities. Our services are personalized to the needs of the individual based on a system of services and supports that are flexible, innovative, and person-centered.
Referral for eligibility determination can be made by contacting: Amanda Morey Director of Intellectual Disabilities (814) 544-7315 · Eligibility Determination · Support Coordination · Adult Day Treatment · Home & Community Habilitation · Companion · Employment Support · Small Group Employment · Residential Group Home & Lifesharing · Participant Directed Services · Agency with Choice · Transportation to programs · Adaptive Equipment · Home modifications
Child Development Early Intervention
Children from birth to age three who have special needs due to a developmental disability or significant developmental delay are eligible to receive Early Intervention Services. Parents who have questions about their child’s development or would be interested in getting their child evaluated for services can call the office at (814)544-7315. An Early Intervention Service Coordinator will be assigned to assist the family through the process.
Special Instruction · Speech Therapy · Physical Therapy · Occupational Therapy · Special Instruction- Vision · Special Instruction- Hearing