Adults

The ACE program supports adults with mental health challenges in reaching their employment goals. Staff help with exploring career interests, preparing resumes and applications, practicing for interviews, and connecting with local employers. Once a job is secured, ongoing coaching and follow-up are available to help individuals adjust to the workplace, build confidence, and maintain long-term success in competitive, integrated employment. This program is unique because it not only focuses on developing vocational skills and pursuing career goals, but also offers mental health support, recognizing that managing stressors and symptoms is essential for success in the workplace. (607) 723-9991
The ACT Team provides intensive, community-based support for adults with serious mental health challenges. A team of professionals, including a psychiatrist, nurses, social workers, and service coordinators, work together to help individuals manage symptoms, stay healthy, and live as independently as possible. Services are delivered wherever individuals live and include help with medication, daily living skills, and connecting to resources like housing, employment, and social activities. The program is available to adults with serious psychiatric disabilities who meet OMH high-priority criteria. Participation requires a referral through the Single Point of Access (SPOA). (607) 723-9991

https://broomecountyny.gov/mh/spoa
Care Management offers coordination of care to Medicaid-eligible adults with serious mental illness or chronic medical conditions. Care Managers work with individuals and community providers to ensure all needs are addressed in a comprehensive way, supporting health, wellness, recovery, and effective care. Care Managers help individuals access and coordinate the services they need, while Consumer Care Managers provide additional peer support to complement this continuum of care. Individuals must meet certain functional needs to qualify for Health Home Care Management services.

Eligibility:

Medicaid eligible adults and children with chronic medical and/or behavioral health conditions:

Two or more chronic medical conditions or one single qualifying condition of:

HIV/AIDS and/or

Serious Mental Health (SMI)

Referral:

Health Home Care Management PDF

Contact:

(607) 723-9991

(607) 677-0523
The Certified Apartment Program offers an independent living option for people who need some support while integrating into the community. Individuals are provided with a fully furnished apartment, and all utilities are covered while they are in the program. Staff check in several times per week and are available 24 hours a day if needed. Apartments are located throughout the community. Staff support individuals with everyday life skills, managing health and medications, connecting with the community, building social skills, and other areas such as parenting, substance use, and coping with mental health challenges.

Referrals are made through the Single Point of Access (SPOA). https://broomecountyny.gov/mh/spoa

For more information about the program, please contact our Residential Services Division (607) 723-1804
Common Ground Wellness Center offers a safe, welcoming place for adults living with mental health challenges to connect, learn, and grow. The center combines a psychosocial clubhouse, drop-in space, and advocacy services to support individuals in building skills, staying engaged in their community, and achieving personal goals. Members can take part in social and recreational activities, skill-building tasks, and peer-led programming, if they choose, while also accessing support with benefits, housing, and other community resources. (607) 773-1184
The IRA is a small residence for adults living in the community, providing 24- hour support tailored to each individual’s unique clinical and daily living needs. The program is designed to promote skill development, independence, and community participation for adults with intellectual or developmental disabilities. Support services include assistance with daily living, medication management, socialization, communication, self-advocacy, behavior skills, vocational or educational skill-building, and recreation or leisure activities.

Referrals are made through Broome DDSO:  https://opwdd.ny.gov/system/files/documents/2024/09/referral-form-3.6.24.pdf

For more information about the program, please contact our Residential Services Division at (607) 723-1804.
The IPS Employment Program is available for individuals enrolled in the ACT Team. IPS helps people with mental health challenges find and keep competitive jobs in the community. The program works with anyone ready to pursue employment regardless of past experience or barriers, and combines employment support with mental health treatment. Competitive, integrated employment is a primary focus, and staff build connections with local employers to create job opportunities. Individuals receive guidance on benefits and work incentives, start their job search quickly once employment is a goal, and get ongoing, unlimited support to succeed on the job. (607) 723-9991
The Peer Support Institute is a free program open to anyone with lived mental health experience who wants to develop the skills to become a peer support specialist and advocate. Peer support specialists bring a unique understanding to their work, having lived through recovery themselves. Peer Specialists play a valuable role in mental health agencies as they help others achieve their goals and support them on their personal recovery journey. Training and support are provided by experienced Peer Specialists using the NYS Academy of Peer Services curriculum. Participants can join in-person or online, depending on their comfort level. (607) 773-1184
Program: Under contract with Broome County, PSA provides case management and support for adults at risk of harm. Services include investigating
and assessing an individual’s needs and risks, offering support, coordinating medical and mental health services, arranging home care
or meals, and arranging help with daily living tasks. PSA staff also advocate for benefits and services, assist with money management,
and help find safe living arrangements when needed. Crisis interventions, including emergency placements, and long-term support
such as guardianship, are available for adults who cannot protect themselves. Community referrals are made through the Department of
Social Services.

Available to: Adults 18 and older with a disability, requiring protection from harm. Referrals are made through the Department of Social Services,

(607) 778-2635.

Contact: (607) 723-9991
Catholic Charities acts as a Representative Payee for managing Social Security or SSI benefits for individuals who are unable to do so themselves. Payees ensure benefits are used for current needs like housing, food, and medical care, save any remaining funds for the future, keep accurate financial records, and report changes to the Social Security Administration. Community referrals are made through the Department of Social Services. (607) 723-9991
Supportive Housing is an independent living program that helps individuals with serious mental health challenges, including those leaving psychiatric or correctional facilities or experiencing homelessness. The program assists participants in obtaining safe, affordable housing, furnishing an apartment, providing rental assistance, and offering supportive and advocacy services. Participants also receive help managing finances and connecting with treatment and wellness programs. Housing can be in individual apartments throughout the community or in shared buildings.

Referrals are made through the Single Point of Access (SPOA). https://broomecountyny.gov/mh/spoa

For more information about the program, please contact our Residential Services Division (607) 723-1804
The Transportation Program helps adults with mental health challenges purchase a monthly bus pass at a reduced rate. It makes
getting to medical appointments, the grocery store, or support groups more affordable and manageable. (607) 723-9991