Programs & Services

EMERGENCY MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES

OXFORD COUNTY CRISIS RESPONSE – OCCR

OCCR provides county wide emergency out-patient mental health services on a 24/7 basis at agency offices, hospitals and other locations.

* Crisis Intervention, Aftercare, Referral
* Call 364-3030; 743-6161 or 1-800-335-9999 for referral
* Fax Number is 364-2143

AFTERCARE

Aftercare services are a maximum of 5 sessions that are focused on resolving the problems identified in the first contact with OCCR staff. These sessions are part of crisis resolution services and commence with the “day after” telephone call or office visit with the Aftercare Counselor.

* Have a recent telephone or personal contact with OCCR
* Call 364-3459, 364-3030 or 1-800-335-9999 for referral or admission information
* Fax Number is 364-2143

ASSESSMENT & STABILIZATION UNIT – THE JANE DEFREES HEALTH CENTER

The Assessment and Stabilization Unit, located in the Jane deFrees Health Center at 150 Congress St. in Rumford, is an in-patient alternative to hospital admission. The person receives a full assessment of their needs with a goal of returning home within 5 to 7 days. The emphasis is on rehabilitation. This is a fully modern ADA facility with fully qualified staff.

* Mental health crisis, needs assessment and stabilization, not hospitalization
* Not needing treatment for acute medical problems or acute substance abuse
* Call 369-9271 or 364-3549 for referral or admission information
* Fax Number is 364-2299

RESIDENTIAL CARE SERVICES

ANDY’S PLACE

Andy’s Place, located at 150 Congress Street in Rumford, is a community residence and rehabilitation program for people suffering from chronic and persistent mental illness. Long and short term goals are developed with the resident so they can participate in community living to the extent of their ability, assisted by staff in a caring and supportive manner.

* Call 364-3549 for referral or admission information
* Fax Number is 364-2143

COMMUNITY INTEGRATION SERVICES

CASE MANAGEMENT PROGRAM

Case Managers at OCMHS help consumers organize and access their needed resources to fully participate in community living. An Individualized Support Plan (ISP) is developed within 30 days. This identifies the consumer’s needs and goals and helps them organize their resources to assist in community integration.

* Have a history of psychiatric hospitalization
* Have a chronic and disabling mental health problem
* Call 364-3549 for referral or admission information
* Fax Number is 364-2143

MEDICATION MANAGEMENT SERVICES

Medication Management Services are available to Out Patient and Case Management clients of this agency. The goal is to help the client improve how they manage their illness and help them remain in the community.

To access this program, clients must be in Case Management and/or Out Patient Therapy services. Clients must have a history of psychiatric hospitalization and/or a chronic and disabling mental health problem.

* Call 364-3549 for referral or admission information
* Fax Number is 364-2143

PSYCHIATRY SERVICES

OCMHS is proud to announce the beginning of a close relationship with Spring Harbor Hospital, one of the premier mental health hospitals in New England. Commencing in July 2008, OCMHS will have Dr. Ben Crocker on site in Rumford and South Paris providing psychiatric assessment and consultation services.

To access this program, clients must be in Case Management and/or Out Patient Therapy. Clients must have a history of psychiatric hospitalization and/or a chronic and disabling mental health problem.

* Call 364-3549 for referral or admission information
* Fax Number is 364-2143

OUT PATIENT THERAPY SERVICES

OUT PATIENT THERAPY - ADULTS AND CHILDREN

Out Patient Therapy offers a planned number of sessions that can be individual, group or family therapy. The focus is on the person developing insight into their life and developing new, more effective ways of thinking, feeling and acting so they can achieve their potential for a well balanced lifestyle.

* Able to identify their past challenges and future goals
* Call 364-3459 for referral or admission information
* Fax Number is 364-2143

BEACON HOUSE SOCIAL CLUB

Beacon House is a drop-in style social club for adults who may have mental health or any kind of physical or emotional challenge. Directed by consumers, it offers a relaxed atmosphere with support and socialization. Consumers are welcomed and treated with respect and dignity. It is open every day, check with the Club for hours. Coffee and canteen service is always available and lunch is available each Thursday at noon.

* Beacon House is located at 41 Bridge Street in Rumford (Muskie Bldg.)
* Call 369-0868 for more information
* Email: BeaconHouse@roadrunner.com