Children and Family Services
TCV MH/MR, Inc. Children and Family Services provides a full continuum of behavioral health care for children, adolescents and their families. Services include Prevention and Treatment Services in the office and in participating schools.
TCV MH/MR, Inc. Children and Family Services provides a full continuum of behavioral health care for children, adolescents and their families. Services include Prevention and Treatment Services in the office and in participating schools.
Prevention/Intervention Programs
Our Services:
Our Services:
- Help individuals to make responsible choices about the use of drugs and alcohol.
- Cultivate the development of skills which enhance problem solving, stress management and conflict resolution.
- Promote the idea of healthy individuals and strong families.
- School Teams
- Student Assistance Program
- onTRACK Program
- Underage Drinking Program
- TCV MH/MR, Inc. After-School Program
School Teams
The prevention and treatment staff offer a comprehensive continuum of prevention, intervention and school-based treatment services to children in grades 1-12. They are also available for consultation with schools regarding grant writing, safe and drug free schools and money to provide a variety of programs.
From the second and third grades through high school, School Teams provide:
Contact Us
Address: 1800 West Street, (Rear 3rd Floor), Homestead, PA 15120
Phone: 412-464-1522, ext. 2352
The prevention and treatment staff offer a comprehensive continuum of prevention, intervention and school-based treatment services to children in grades 1-12. They are also available for consultation with schools regarding grant writing, safe and drug free schools and money to provide a variety of programs.
From the second and third grades through high school, School Teams provide:
- Bully-proofing
- Conflict Resolution
- Life Skills
- Drug, Alcohol and Tobacco Education
- Decision-Making Skills
- Anger Management
Contact Us
Address: 1800 West Street, (Rear 3rd Floor), Homestead, PA 15120
Phone: 412-464-1522, ext. 2352
Student Assistance Program
Consultation services are offered in 10 school districts in Allegheny County. The primary goal of the Student Assistance Program is to identify barriers to learning and help students overcome these issues in order to be successful in school. These services focus on academics, alcohol, tobacco and other drug (ATOD) concerns, mental health issues and behavioral concerns.
Among the programs offered are peer mediation training and classroom presentations focusing on conflict resolution, bullying and life skills. Group facilitation and individual support groups are offered to students in the areas of anger management, changing families, making choices and grieving losses.
Turtle Creek Valley MH/MR, Inc. consultants visit schools weekly and participate in core team meetings, pre-assessment screenings, make referrals, provide follow-up services for students and provide support groups.
Contact Us
Address: 1800 West Street, (Rear 3rd Floor), Homestead, PA 15120
Phone: 412-464-1522, ext. 2352
onTRACK
onTRACK is a school-centered positive youth development program which utilizes highly skilled Youth Development Specialists (YDS) who focus on fostering trusting relationships with and among high risk youth (ages 6-18), parents/caregivers, school staff and community resources with the purpose of getting troubled youth back on track toward academic success and healthy development. Goals of the program are improved academic performance and school attendance, stronger family-school connections, and youth involvement in pro-social extra-curricular activities. onTRACK youth gain improved self confidence, making them more resilient in avoiding substance abuse and violence. The program’s positive impact extends beyond individual youth participants and their families and has also resulted in school wide improvements in the climate and learning environments of participating school buildings. onTRACK is currently serving youth from the Woodland Hills and McKeesport School Districts.
onTrack began as CASASTART and has evolved into an enhanced and distinct program based on our years of experience with the model and feedback from participating youth, families, schools and other key stakeholders.
For more information about onTRACK or to discuss possible referrals please contact Program Supervisor, Laura Schuchert, at 412-464-1522 x 2351.
onTrack began as CASASTART and has evolved into an enhanced and distinct program based on our years of experience with the model and feedback from participating youth, families, schools and other key stakeholders.
For more information about onTRACK or to discuss possible referrals please contact Program Supervisor, Laura Schuchert, at 412-464-1522 x 2351.
Underage Drinking Program
The Underage Drinking Program is specifically designed for adolescents who have been cited for a drug and/or alcohol violation. The program is offered in conjunction with local district justices as a possible alternative to a fine and court costs. It promotes the well-being of high risk youth by educating young offenders about the risks and consequences of alcohol and other drug use, and by helping to strengthen their decision-making, communication and coping skills.
Upon completion of the Underage Drinking Program, a letter is sent to the referring district justice to confirm that all requirements were successfully fulfilled. Youth must be referred by magistrates and parents; some school referrals are accepted.
Groups are scheduled every month. One hour formal assessments can be scheduled on an individual basis.
Contact Us
Address: 1800 West Street, (Rear 3rd Floor), Homestead, PA 15120
Phone: 412-464-1522, ext. 2352
TCV MH/MR, Inc. After-School Program
The Turtle Creek Valley MH/MR Inc. After-School Program provides a safe, structured and supportive environment during after school hours for thirty children, grades 1– 9, residing in the Woodland Hills School District. The program is located in the Braddock area and operates from 3:00 – 7:30 p.m. five days per week with some additional activities and outings on weekends. The After-School Program provides academic support, life skills enrichment, and recreational activities each day. The program also provides a nutritious hot meal for each child and transportation home.
After-School Staff collaborate with the Woodland Hills School District teachers and counselors to provide individualized academic support to each child in the program. Staff utilizes information provided from school supports such as report cards, progress notes, daily homework logs, and IEP’s to monitor each child’s weekly academic performance. The After-School Staff have tailored academic assistance to meet each student at his/her current learning level. Staff focuses on improving areas of concern while reviewing competencies in specific subjects. Staff partner the older youth with the younger students to study spelling and vocabulary words as well as math flashcards. Educational support is not only provided during homework time but also throughout the evening. Staff facilitates math games while walking to and from dinner, spelling quizzes during dinner, and geography games at the end of each night.
After-School Staff have also advocated with parents/caregivers to ensure that each student is in the appropriate school placement that meets their learning and emotional needs. Staff also supports parents/caregivers who may need additional support throughout the IEP process.
The After School Program is the first of three EITC initiatives being implemented into programming in the Children and Family Services Department.
Contact Us
Address: 1800 West Street, (Rear 3rd Floor), Homestead, PA 15120
Phone: 412-464-1522, ext. 2352
The Turtle Creek Valley MH/MR Inc. After-School Program provides a safe, structured and supportive environment during after school hours for thirty children, grades 1– 9, residing in the Woodland Hills School District. The program is located in the Braddock area and operates from 3:00 – 7:30 p.m. five days per week with some additional activities and outings on weekends. The After-School Program provides academic support, life skills enrichment, and recreational activities each day. The program also provides a nutritious hot meal for each child and transportation home.
After-School Staff collaborate with the Woodland Hills School District teachers and counselors to provide individualized academic support to each child in the program. Staff utilizes information provided from school supports such as report cards, progress notes, daily homework logs, and IEP’s to monitor each child’s weekly academic performance. The After-School Staff have tailored academic assistance to meet each student at his/her current learning level. Staff focuses on improving areas of concern while reviewing competencies in specific subjects. Staff partner the older youth with the younger students to study spelling and vocabulary words as well as math flashcards. Educational support is not only provided during homework time but also throughout the evening. Staff facilitates math games while walking to and from dinner, spelling quizzes during dinner, and geography games at the end of each night.
After-School Staff have also advocated with parents/caregivers to ensure that each student is in the appropriate school placement that meets their learning and emotional needs. Staff also supports parents/caregivers who may need additional support throughout the IEP process.
The After School Program is the first of three EITC initiatives being implemented into programming in the Children and Family Services Department.
Contact Us
Address: 1800 West Street, (Rear 3rd Floor), Homestead, PA 15120
Phone: 412-464-1522, ext. 2352
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