About
Their continuum of care includes residential, educational, foster care, mental health, and community-based services. They serve youth 0-21 who are enrolled in Medicaid, providing coordination of care for youth with behavioral needs and/or chronic medical needs. New Directions Youth and Family Services has multiple locations across Western New York, including Buffalo, and offers over 20 programs to support families. Their philosophy of care is based on safety, respect, responsibility, and goal-directed behavior. New Directions is accredited by the Council on Accreditation and has obtained an Article 29-I license, operating as a Voluntary Foster Care Agency (VFCA) Health Facility.
Insurance & payment
New Directions Youth and Family Services accepts Medicaid.
- Medicaid
Ask about sliding-scale fees if you're paying out of pocket.
Services & specialties
After-School / Community Activities
New Directions Youth and Family Services offers community-based treatment and prevention services.
Child Care
They provide foster care, kinship care, and adoption services.
Equine Therapy
Their Equestrian Program is a unique service offered by New Directions.
Mental Health
New Directions offers mental health assessments, treatment planning, and therapeutic interventions.
Parent Support
They provide family peer support services and family engagement programs.
Psychiatrists
New Directions has licensed mental health professionals and offers psychiatric services.