Extended Day Treatment

A program for children ages 6 to 12 who are struggling with social and emotional issues. These issues are addressed through Rushford's comprehensive behavior management system. The program provides a therapeutic setting in which children and families can improve social skills and peer relationships, increase family functioning, and enhance adult-child relationships. By provide a safe, structured environment, Extended Day Treatment supports children and their families so they may be successful within their home, school and community. Services are provided Mondays through Fridays during non-school hours for an average period of four to six months. The program is available on a modified schedule from the end of June through August. Transportation may be provided as part of the treatment program. For more information, please call 203-630-5245.  To schedule an appointment, please call 1-888-203-2916.

Program Components:

• Behavior-management promoting responsible decision-making, conflict resolution, skill building, choices and empowerment.
  
• Social skill development via socialization and therapy groups
  
• Group and family therapy
  
• Therapeutica recreational activities
  
• Individualized academic support
  
• Parenting education and support
  
• Psychopharmacological intervention, as needed