Healthcare Home
Children & Youth Services
Healthcare Home – Youth
Whole Person Wellness for Children and Adolescents
Beacon Mental Health’s Youth Healthcare Home (HCH) is a coordinated program designed to support the physical and behavioral health needs of children and teens. It is not a residence or a home‑health service. Instead, it is a proactive, team‑based approach that helps young people better manage chronic conditions, access routine care, and build long‑term wellness.
A Team Dedicated to Youth Health
Our Healthcare Home team includes:
- Nurse Care Managers
- A Nurse Care Coordinator
- A Specialized Healthcare Consultant
- A Medication Services & Healthcare Home Supervisor
- A Director of Healthcare Home & Nursing
Each professional plays a vital role in creating a unified, whole‑person care experience for youth and their families.
What Youth and Families Can Expect
Nurse Care Management
Every enrolled youth is partnered with a Nurse Care Manager, who works closely with them and their caregivers to:
- Understand and manage chronic health conditions
- Learn healthy habits and preventative‑care practices
- Improve overall health knowledge and confidence
- Coordinate care with pediatricians and specialty providers
Nurse Care Managers also assist with health screenings—including cholesterol, blood glucose, and Hemoglobin A1c—and provide support for weight and blood‑pressure management.
Care Coordination
Families receive help from our Nurse Care Coordinator, who:
- Schedules medical and behavioral health appointments
- Ensures follow‑up care is maintained
- Helps families navigate the healthcare system
Specialized Healthcare Consultation
Our Specialized Healthcare Consultant reviews each youth’s needs and collaborates with the Healthcare Home team to ensure alignment between medical, behavioral, and wellness goals.
Supporting Health, Stability, and Development
Youth Healthcare Home focuses on early intervention and consistent support, helping prevent health challenges from escalating. Families often experience:
- Better chronic‑disease management
- Reduced emergency room visits
- Improved daily functioning and wellbeing
By integrating physical and behavioral healthcare, the Youth Healthcare Home program empowers young people to grow into healthier, more confident adults.
