Why choose Gustafson House? First and foremost it is a safe, supported and nurturing "growing up" environment for emotionally and behaviorally challenged children. On top of that the children and their families receive more individualized, more focused, and more streamlined treatment. Also the children and their families are able to remain closer together physically and emotionally during treatment. Children with mental health problems or unmanageable behavior are better adjusted and supported by their families and the community. All positive therapeutic relationships are continued with minimal disruption as their treatment needs change. The benefit of Gustafson House is that there is noticeable improvement in school performance and behavior. There is also access to help during crisis situations, an overall more self-reliant family and there is a collaborative Mental Health Services.

In-Home Services

Gustafson House now offers an in-home program to assist parents with behavior modification in their home. This program is funded through Children’s Mental Health and requires an evaluation by a Children’s Mental Health clinician to determine eligibility. This program is targeted to families with children struggling with mental health issues. Gustafson House staff go into the home to teach and model effective behavior modification techniques to parents. Gustafson House staff assist parents in developing consistent routines, chore charts, and a consistent medication administration schedule.