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Dutchess County Government-Department of Behavioral & Community Health

Last updated: 10/13/2023

Address

85 Civic Center Plaza, Suite 106
Poughkeepsie, NY 12601

Contact

Email healthinfo@dutchessny.gov
Phone 845-486-3400
Phone - Toll Free (877) 485-9700
Phone - TTY
Website http://www.co.dutchess.ny.us/CountyGov/Departments/DBCH/26781.htm

About

The Dutchess County Department of Behavioral & Community Health offers a variety of programs and services to ensure that all individuals can live a healthy life in our community.

Services Provided

Independent/Community Living
  • Supported living (e.g., in-home assistance, group living)
  • Recreation (e.g., parks, sports centers, arts, summer camps)
  • Financial assistance (e.g., public assistance, financial literacy)
Healthcare
  • Health specialists serving youth with disabilities (e.g., developmental pediatrician, occupational therapist, physical therapist, behavioral support)
  • Mental health (e.g., crisis, clinics, social work)
Family Supports
  • Support groups (e.g., parents, caregivers, peers)
  • Educational resources for families
  • Evaluations (e.g., psychological, neurological, assistive technology, developmental)
Education/Training
  • Preschool/early childhood programs

Supported Age Ranges

  • Early childhood (0-5)
  • School age (5-18)
  • Young adult (18+)

Counties Served

  • DUTCHESS