Regional Crisis Center staff gather for a photo during the celebration of the 4-year anniversary.
The Regional Crisis Center, Looking Glass’ residential mental health treatment program for youth of all genders between ages 12 and 18, celebrated a milestone in February recognizing it’s 4-year anniversary since opening.
“I can't believe it's been so long since we had our first intake,” said Caitlin Peoples, RCC Clinical Director. “It's amazing that we're celebrating four years! In that time, we've served over 150 youth. It hasn't always been easy, COVID-19 has been one of many unique challenges. Regardless, it has always been rewarding.”
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The length of stay for youth at the RCC can vary based on clinical need and treatment progress. Upon successful completion of the program youth discharge to a variety of settings in the community that match their specific need levels.
The program is unique in Oregon and started in 2019 with a partnership with the State of Oregon’s Department of Human Services (DHS) and also received start-up funding and support from PeaceHealth and Pacific Source.
“We are grateful to our partnership with DHS as this has certainly been a joint effort,” Peoples said. “This year, we are expanding our capacity from 14 to 20, and are excited to be able to serve even more of Oregon's most vulnerable kiddos!”
The Regional Crisis Center provides 24-hour supervised group living combined with clinical treatment, psychiatry, and nursing in a therapeutic setting. Youth learn new skills and behaviors, and as they increase their responsibility, they are rewarded as indicated by their individual recovery plans. Youth and families work with counselors to create individualized service and support plans to determine their goals and the activities to achieve them. These plans address areas such as mood and behavior regulation, social skills, and family centered relational therapy.
The expansion plans include renovations to the existing structures at the River Road location and are being funded in partnership with the state of Oregon DHS and the Oregon Health Authority. Additional staffing is needed – any interested applicants should visit our employment page of our website.