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Family crisis intervention appointments available

  • Atlantic County

Pixabay/Atlantic County Juvenile/Family Crisis Intervention Unit is now available to meet in person.

NORTHFIELD - Atlantic County families who are experiencing serious difficulties in managing the behavior of children 10-17 years old can seek assistance through the Atlantic County Juvenile/Family Crisis Intervention Unit.

FCIU is a legally mandated program that is available 24-hours a day to intercede in family conflicts and help strengthen the family unit. Its services include short-term crisis stabilization, family assessment, case management, treatment planning and referrals to appropriate community based services.

FCIU is available to meet in person by appointment 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday with youth and their families in its Northfield office. Appointments can also be conducted by phone or as a virtual meeting to help de-escalate and resolve family conflicts.

For assistance call 609-645-5861, email [email protected] or send a fax to 609-594-3752.

Referral forms are available online at www.atlantic-county.org/intergenerational-services/children-youth.asp.