What is "Serious Mental Illness?"

Serious Mental Illness is characterized by a diagnosis of a psychotic disorder and/or a major mood disorder of long duration with intermittent periods of wellness and illness.

What Does it Cost?

Mental Health insurance policies (Medical Assistance, Medicare, private insurance, etc.) can cover some or all of the costs depending on the service(s) received. Lycoming-Clinton MH/ID Program also pays for some services. When a service is provided that requires payment from the recipient, an individual liability form is completed. Fees are based upon income and the individual or family is aware of all costs up front. However, all services can be arranged regardless of an individual's ability to pay.

What is "Serious Emotional Disturbance?"

A Serious Emotional Disturbance is a functional impairment that substantially interferes with or limits and individual's role or functioning in their family, school, or community.

Where Do I Begin?

The Lycoming-Clinton Joinder's Assessment Unit will provide or connect you with appropriate services. Our case management staff provides ongoing support to the individual and the family. Together with our contracted provider agencies, we offer a variety of general and intensive services right here in our community.

What are Intellectual Disabilities?

The official definition is sub-average general intellectual functioning, which originates during the development period and is associated with impairment of maturation, learning and social adjustment. The term "Intellectual Disability" is replacing the outdated phrase "mental retardation" since it more accurately describes the individual's condition.

What Does it Cost?

Intellectual Disabilities/Autism Services are provided at no cost to the individual and/or family.