Children & Adolescent Residential Services

The Assessment and Intervention Center (AIC) is a licensed behavioral health residential facility for youth, aged 8-17 years. It is designed to provide intensive treatment services utilizing behavioral therapeutic interventions to address the referral and needs of each member in a structured setting. The assessment process and discharge planning are designed to quickly return these youth to a supportive community. With around-the-clock support, each member receives a functional behavior assessment (FBA) designed to follow them and support their stability in the next living environment. The AIC program is short-term with a length of stay up to 30 days.

All residents are closely supervised, throughout the day, to ensure maximum participation in the treatment process. Progress toward monthly individual goals are measured and documented on a daily basis.

For referral information please contact: COOHReferrals@ichd.net

Desert River was created to serve children with behavioral health diagnoses who are experiencing severe emotional and behavioral issues and have complex needs. The facility is equipped with video monitoring and anti-ligature fixtures to increase the safety of all members served. Desert River utilizes intensive crisis interventions and stabilization services while taking a strength-based approach to programming.

The program has a capacity to serve up to 10 children, all genders, between the ages of 8 -17 years old. Desert River has specialized expertise to serve youth with co-occurring disorders, including developmental disabilities and history of trauma, as well as involvement with the Department of Child Safety/Child Welfare System. The program focuses on stabilizing youth through the use of Applied Behavioral Analysis/Behavioral Interventions, to address acute maladaptive behaviors such as severe impulsivity, aggression, DTS/DTO, depression, mania, anxiety, psychosis or other behaviors resulting in inability to remain in the community. Desert River may be used as a diversion from higher levels of care, including psychiatric hospitals and/or more lengthy treatment in Behavioral Health Inpatient Facilities (BHIFs). The Desert River program is intended to be short-term, with a usual length of stay of 60-90 days. However, the length of stay can be abbreviated or extended, based on individualized need.

For referral information please contact: COOHReferrals@ichd.net

Summit House is a 60-day residential treatment program for adolescents in Southern Arizona diagnosed with substance use disorders.

For referral information please contact: COOHReferrals@ichd.net

The Angel House is a licensed behavioral health residential facility. It is community-based with around-the-clock support designed to serve youth with behavioral health diagnoses. Angel House has capacity to serve eight youth, between the ages of 11-17, with co-occurring disorders, including developmental disabilities and those experiencing trauma.

The program is designed on the principles of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) and incorporates positive reinforcement while teaching effective replacement behaviors. Angel House introduces members to community settings to initiate and develop effective coping skills in various social situations.

Individual and group counseling services are provided based upon needs identified throughout the assessment process. A therapeutic daily routine, on-site and in the community setting promotes problem-solving skills, health independent living habits, interpersonal and social skills and constructive coping mechanisms.

All residents are closely supervised, throughout the day, to ensure maximum participation in the treatment process. Progress toward monthly individual goals are measured and documented on a daily basis.

For referral information please contact: COOHReferrals@ichd.net

Zia is a DCS licensed program that provides youth, in and out of homecare, an opportunity to practice and develop real life skills, to assist them with the transition to adulthood. Individuality is supported and encouraged while behavioral health staff offer one on one processing, skill building, and residential case management to youth 16-21 years old.

For referral information please contact: COOHReferrals@ichd.net