Nami Collier County Inc

NAMIs Health Under Guided Systems (H.U.G.S.) respond to the complex needs of children at risk of or with social, emotional, or behavioral health problems in Collier County and is one of the many programs offered by NAMI Collier at no cost. All research points to the earlier the intervention the better the outcome. H.U.G.S., a community based, childrens behavioral health program brings evidence-based mental and behavioral health care to the children in our community, 2 months to 18 years old through both preventative skill-building and assisting with and providing referrals for community resources.NAMI Colliers Child Psychologist reduces the wait time of a minimum of eight months to a year by completing evaluations and provide a diagnosis as appropriate. NAMIs Board-Certified Behavior analyst provides in home interventions for during care coordination and home visits.

The goal of Self-Directed Care (FloridaSDC) is to respect and promote self-determination, recovery and full community inclusion for people who have been diagnosed with a mental illness and who depend on government subsidized mental wellness services. Originating in 2005, the program serves over 90 people in the 20th Judicial Circuit of Florida including Collier, Lee, Charlotte, Hendry, and Glades counties.