Assessment and referral programs provide a variety of activities, including prescreening, screening, assessment, determination of need, and referral to appropriate level of care and services. An adequate assessment must be conducted to provide more informed referrals. The assessment team is housed as an independent program within the organization's system of care. Macchian Solutions offers assessment and referral as a routine function of entrance into other core programs, such as education, case management, counseling, or behavioral consultation, and diversion programs.

In the behavioral consultation program, the emphasis is placed on the reduction or elimination of problematic behaviors. The focus of the program is to replace seemingly inappropriate behaviors with positive adaptive behaviors or increase the ability of the person served to express more effective and appropriate behaviors. Behavioral strategies are used to teach the person other means to deal with targeted behaviors and the environment to ensure that inappropriate behaviors are discouraged, and positive behaviors are learned and maintained. This includes services to young children and adolescents with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (AD/HD), autism spectrum disorders (ASD), or behaviors symptomatic of ASD.

The counseling and outpatient programs provide culturally and linguistically appropriate services that include but are not limited to, individual, group, and family counseling and education on wellness, recovery, and resiliency. These programs offer comprehensive, coordinated, and defined services that may vary in level of intensity. Additionally, the counseling and outpatient programs address a variety of needs, including, but not limited to, situational stressors, family relations, interpersonal relationships, behavior management, mental health issues, life span issues, psychiatric illnesses, substance use disorders, and other addictive behaviors, and the needs of victims of abuse, neglect, domestic violence, or other traumas.

The case management services coordination provides goal-oriented and individualized services and support through assessment, planning, linkage, advocacy, coordination, and monitoring activities. Successful case management/services coordination assists persons served to achieve their goals through communicating and collaborating with other service providers effectively and efficiently. A key focus is assisting individuals to move toward greater independence and community integration. The program will also provide occasional supportive counseling and crisis intervention services. Case management services coordination may be provided by the school as part of its service planning and delivery, by a department or division within the organization that works with individuals who are internal and external to the organization, or by The Ibex School with the sole purpose of providing case management/services coordination. Macchian Solutions offers case management services coordination as a routine function of other services or programs is not required to apply these standards.

At Macchian Solutions, our Social Skills Training program for youth is designed to help children and adolescents build the confidence and communication tools needed to form healthy, positive relationships. Through interactive activities, guided discussions, and real-world practice, participants learn essential skills such as active listening, empathy, cooperation, conflict resolution, and emotional regulation. Our goal is to create a supportive and engaging environment where youth can practice social interactions, understand social cues, and develop stronger self-awareness. By fostering these skills early, we help young individuals improve peer relationships, enhance school experiences, and strengthen their overall emotional and social well-being.

We have exciting news! Macchian Solutions is proud to announce the launch of several new community-based programs becoming operational in 2024. These initiatives are designed to provide inclusive, compassionate, and empowering support to individuals and families throughout Houston. Our Community Transition Program focuses on helping youth successfully move from child and adolescent services into adulthood through individualized, collaborative planning that emphasizes healthy relationships, skill development, and personal growth. The Community Youth Development Program helps participants strengthen personal, social, and vocational skills through a variety of engaging activities such as arts, sports, communication, and volunteer opportunities. Partnering with organizations like The IBEX Art Foundation and PVAMU, this program fosters creativity, leadership, and community involvement. Our Diversion and Intervention Programs provide early support to at-risk youth and adults by addressing issues such as truancy, substance use, anger management, and juvenile justice involvement, helping individuals build resilience and redirect their paths toward positive outcomes. The Promotion and Prevention WRAP Around Services aim to reduce risk factors, increase resiliency, and promote wellness across individuals, families, and communities through evidence-based approaches delivered in schools, homes, and workplaces. Lastly, our Support and Facilitation Services provide essential assistance to children, adolescents, and families through home and community-based supports, including supervised visitations, parenting aides, youth mentorship, and family-to-family support. Together, these programs reflect our continued commitment to empowering individuals, strengthening families, and transforming communities. Sign up for our newsletter for updates and be part of the journey toward a healthier, more connected Houston.