LIAFS exists as a resource for Long Island’s at-risk youth and families by providing a safe and supportive environment that fosters growth, stability and independence.
Our mission is to reunite families while offering support to ensure lasting stability and success.
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LIAFS offers three programs:
- QRTP Group Homes (youth ages 5 to 21)
- CFTSS Services (Nassau and Suffolk County foster care eligible youth): PSR, CPST and OLP
- Care Management Services (Nassau and Suffolk County Medicaid eligible youth and families)
QRTP Group Homes
Qualified Residential Treatment Program (QRTP) for youth ages 5 to 21
Our multidisciplinary team provides collaborative and trauma-informed support for each youth to foster a successful and healthy life. The team approach is used to support and assist each youth to reach their full potential. A comprehensive range of structured yet nurturing services and supports helps each youth meet their goals.
- Trauma-informed model of care
- Positive reinforcement behavior modification system
- Crisis intervention on call 24/7
- Individual, group and family therapy
- CANS and CRAFFT assessments completed for all youth
- Comprehensive individual treatment plans completed within 30 days of admission
- Discharge aftercare plans completed within 30 days of admission
- Health and wellness groups and activities
- Substance abuse education
- Psychiatric and psychological evaluations, with medication management if needed
- Educational and vocational preparation and planning
- Independent living skills training
- Medical and dental services
- Onsite and off-site recreation
- Community-based services and education
- Aftercare referral and follow-up with youth 6 months after discharge
Contact: Rebecca Weber, LCSW, Social Work Supervisor
631-444-0101 | [email protected]
CFTSS Services: “New Heights”
LIAFS provides these services to NYS Medicaid youth under 21 who are in foster care or recently discharged from foster care, to improve their health, well-being and quality of life. Services are provided in the home or in the community.
Therapy Services: Other Limited Provider (OLP)
- Obtain an assessment for mental health and/or substance use needs.
- Identify strengths and abilities through individual and group counseling.
- Obtain individual, group and family counseling where you are most comfortable.
Rehabilitation Services
- Psychosocial Rehabilitation (PSR)
- Community Psychiatric Support and Treatment (CPST)
- Learn to incorporate therapy goals into everyday life.
- Build relationships and improve communication.
- Learn self-care and use of coping skills to manage emotions.
Contact: Stacey Spata, LCSW, Mental Health Supervisor
631-444-0101 | [email protected]
Care Management Services
LIAFS is a Care Management Agency contracted with the Health Home, The Collaborative for Children and Families (CCF). Our Care Management program serves Medicaid eligible youth and families in Nassau and Suffolk counties.
- Coordination of medical, behavioral and social services for Medicaid eligible children and families with complex health needs.
- A LIAFS Care Manager helps families navigate the healthcare system, schedule appointments and follow individualized plans.
- LIAFS completes a Child and Adolescent Needs and Strengths Assessment (CANS) to determine level of needs and frequency of services.
- Unlike other LIAFS programs, Care Management does not require any involvement with the foster care system.
Contact: Jennifer Nelson, LMSW, Director of Residential and Community Services
631-737-8192 | [email protected]
LIAFS is licensed by the NYS Office of Children and Family Services (OCFS) and accredited by the Council on Accreditation (COA).
Executive Director: Regina Ely, LCSW | 631-444-4400 | [email protected]
