FAQs • Lancaster County, NE • CivicEngage

Will my child receive mental health treatment while detained?: The mental health team sees every youth for a mental health orientation. Based on the assessment, communication with the legal guardian, and the child's needs, we determine the level of support necessary. The number of times a youth is seen per week or month is determined collaboratively. A therapist on the mental health team can be requested by the youth, legal guardian, or suggested by a professional in the facility, at any time. Primarily, the therapists assess coping, help to manage crises, and assesses for safety/risk.

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Youth Services Center - Mental Health Services

1. What do I do if I'm worried about my child's mental health while they are detained?: If the matter is urgent you should speak with someone at the facility directly. You can reach the Mental Health Coordinator to provide or receive information regarding the child. A member of the mental health team will address the issue and provide updates to the legal guardian as needed.

2. Will my child receive mental health treatment while detained?: The mental health team sees every youth for a mental health orientation. Based on the assessment, communication with the legal guardian, and the child's needs, we determine the level of support necessary. The number of times a youth is seen per week or month is determined collaboratively. A therapist on the mental health team can be requested by the youth, legal guardian, or suggested by a professional in the facility, at any time. Primarily, the therapists assess coping, help to manage crises, and assesses for safety/risk.

The mental health team consists of the following therapists:

4. What is the direct number for the Mental Health Coordinator at the detention center?: You can contact the Mental Health Coordinator at 402-441-5615 or 402-441-7090, ext. 4