The ITASKIN Center Shelter Program provides a safe and structured short term placement setting for males and females 12 - 18 years of age.  Children under 12 years of age are accepted in the facility for short term crisis intervention.

The Shelter consists of a 28 bed, unlocked facility.  Each child placed in the shelter is assisted by a case manager.  Health screenings with a registered nurse take place within 24-hours of admission.

Planning for stabilization starts at admission to address immediate concerns and to identify a plan for the child or adolescent at discharge.

Placements are accepted for the following reasons:

• Neglect/Abuse
• Awaiting long-term placement
• Status Offense
• Respite care/time out
• Minor Delinquent Offenses

Referrals are accepted from Social Services, Corrections and Law Enforcement.

The Shelter program provides a safe and structured short-term placement for 30 days or less.

All residents participate in the daily programming components:

• Full-day school programming
• Life skill development
• Psycho-educational groups
• Discharge recommendations and planning
• Medication education (if warranted)
• Recreational programming
• Cultural programming

 If you are interested in learning more, please contact us.  In Grand Rapids, talk to Connie Ross-Fleming.