A Guide for
Youth and Families
An initiative of the Family and Social Services Administration (FSSA), the Child Mental Health Wraparound Program (CMHW) is designed to address the demands of youth with complex needs and/or who are in danger of out-of-home placement.
Program Overview
Welcome to the Indiana Child Mental Health Wraparound Program (CMHW). CMHW participants have a variety of service providers available to help build hope for your family. Every family will partner with a Wraparound Facilitator. Other services may be added to your unique plan of care based on your family’s needs and availability in your county.
Let’s meet your team!
Through the wraparound approach, you’ll collaborate with a committed team of family, friends, community members and professional supports to develop a personalized care plan. The plan will be tailored to the youth’s unique needs by incorporating available resources, talents and strengths. Familiarize yourself with the role each team member will serve throughout the process.
Hi, I’m a Wraparound Facilitator!
- I am your first point of contact for Wraparound.
- I drive the process, from the beginning when we assemble a team and you share your family story, to the end when we celebrate your youth and family’s growth and success.
- I help set and maintain ground rules for team meetings, explore and engage team member strengths, and manage your family’s plan of care.
- At our first visit, we’ll create a crisis plan for safety for your family.
- I make sure your family’s voice is heard and utilized throughout Wraparound.
- I communicate with you and other team members weekly to check in around tasks from our plan of care and to prepare for our monthly team meetings.
Hi, I’m your Informal/Natural Support!
- I am your neighbor, best friend, grandparent, coach, faith leader, or any other individual connected to your family who wants to see you succeed.
- Wraparound works best when there are informal supports on the team, and your Wraparound Facilitator will help you find these people in your life who you can lean on for support.
- I attend all team meetings, and when Wraparound is over, I’ll still be here for you.
Hi. I’m a Training and Support for the Unpaid Caregiver Provider!
- Often referred to as “FST.”
- I educate and support the caregiver(s) to increase confidence and empowerment.
- I attend all team meetings and typically see the caregiver a few times a week. We may work together in your home or in community spaces. I can help you develop skills like home management, parenting, crisis de-escalation, and coping with difficult situations.
- Most of our sessions will be in person, but we can use phone sessions a few times a month.
- I make sure your family’s voice is heard and utilized throughout Wraparound.
- I communicate with you and other team members weekly to check in around tasks from our plan of care and to prepare for our monthly team meetings.
Hi, I’m a Respite Provider!
- I give the caregiver a break. Maybe you need weekly scheduled time to grocery shop without your youth, or go to the gym, or spend 1-1 time with a younger sibling. Schedule respite for those planned breaks you need that help increase your well-being.
- You can also use respite for unexpected emergencies, such as the need to care for a loved one out of town, when you have no other caregivers available for the youth.
- I attend all team meetings, and I can care for the youth for a few hours at a time or for overnight stays. I cannot provide childcare for when you are attending work or school.
- There are two location-types for respite:
- Facility-based Respite (FBR) – this kind of respite happens in a DMHA-authorized
- facility.
- Home- and community-based Respite (HCBR) – this kind of respite happens in your home and/or community.
Hi, I’m a Habilitation Provider!
- Often referred to as “Hab.”
- I help the youth develop and improve social, emotional, and decision-making skills.
- I attend all team meetings and typically see the youth a few times a week. We’ll have sessions in your home to go to community spaces like parks and libraries to work on the youth’s goals and need from the plan of care.
- We’ll role play, use games and scenarios, and engage in real-life practice to develop the youth’s skills.
FAQ
We understand that starting this journey can feel overwhelming, but know you’re not alone. To help guide you through the process, we’ve gathered answers to frequently asked questions. Whether you’re seeking guidance, available resources or what to expect along the way, you’ll find the answers you need here.
- How long does Wraparound last?
Wraparound typically lasts around one year. Our team will help your family increase community connections, decrease risk behaviors, and feel more confident managing crises.
- What if I need an interpreter?
The Wraparound Facilitator can assist you in finding an interpreter. Any Medicaid provider is responsible for providing access to an interpreter when requested. Community resources include Luna Language Services or Indiana 211.
- What happens when we’re done with Wraparound?
In your monthly team meetings, you will rate progress toward your family’s goals and vision for the future. When you see you are getting close to meeting your family’s goals, you and your team will enter the “transition phase,” where you will plan and prepare for life after Wraparound. Many families continue community engagement and non-Wraparound services like therapy and skills development after Wraparound.
- What do I do if I’m having issues with a provider or problems with the program?
You can communicate any concerns with your Wraparound Facilitator, who is trained to address issues throughout Wraparound. You can also
contact the DMHA directly by emailing DMHAYouthServices@fssa.in.gov. DMHA reviews concerns/complaints within 72 hours of receipt. - I don’t get along with my child’s other parent/caregiver, but we both want to be involved in Wraparound. Can we separate teams?
It’s best to have one team. You and your team can make individualized and creative decisions to accommodate parents/caregivers who may not see eye-to-eye.