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CRISIS STABILIZATION AND DIAGNOSTIC SERVICES | NORTHERN RIVERS FAMILY OF SERVICES

60 Academy Road, Albany, NY 12208

Eligibility
Children ages 4 to 12 who are referred by local Departments of Social Services
Hours
Administrative hours: Monday - Friday, 9 AM - 4 PM Services available 24 Hours / 7 Days
Application process
Referral made by DSS caseworker
Fees
None
Service area
Schenectady County, New York Saratoga County, New York Fulton County, New York Washington County, New York Montgomery County, New York Columbia County, New York Schoharie County, New York Rensselaer County, New York Greene County, New York Albany County, New York
Provides residential services to children ages 4 to 12 years in need of emergency respite and comprehensive diagnostic services. Services include psychological evaluation of children and their families, family assessment, psychiatric evaluation, comprehensive psychosocial assessment, behavioral, and medication assessment and management. Assists with shelter and respite services for more immediate crises, and permanent life plan recommendations for the child.
Last assured
08/11/2025
Providing organization
NORTHERN RIVERS FAMILY OF SERVICES
Offers assistance to individuals and families, which includes more than 60 programs and services to help with a number of challenges they may face.
CRISIS STABILIZATION AND DIAGNOSTIC SERVICES | NORTHERN RIVERS FAMILY OF SERVICES