Family Support Program
235 South Queen Street
Dover, Delaware 19904
Phone: 302-672-7159
Fax: 302-672-7178

Overview

The Family Support Program is a comprehensive program designed to help transition youthful sex offenders from residential facilities back into the community. A full range of services is offered to support and empower the youth and his or her family, including therapy, case management, liaison services, and crisis intervention.

Objective

The goal of the Family Support Program is to promote pro-social behavior and prevent relapses. The program emphasizes an integrated approach, involving the family as well as the youth in therapy and educational programs.

Population Served

The Family Support Program serves youthful male and female sex offenders and their families, following release of the youth from residential treatment facilities, specifically Diversified Treatment Alternatives, New Hope, and the Pines.

Fees & Charges

There is no charge to the client or his family for services. The Family Support Program is operated under contract with the State of Delaware Division of Youth Rehabilitation Services.

Services in Detail

· Individual and family counseling
· Individual and family therapy
· Psychiatric or psychological consultation as needed
· Aftercare support groups
· Parenting education
· Communication skills development
· Education specific to sex offender cycles/behaviors/warning signs/interventions
· Relapse prevention training
· Case management
· Service coordination
· Liaison with other support, vocational and educational programs
· Crisis intervention

Hours of Operation

Monday through Friday: 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Emergency/Crisis Intervention: 24 hours a day, 365 days a year