Call MAAC: 404.880.9323
229 Peachtree St. NE, Suite 1400, Atlanta, GA 30303
Email MAAC: info@maac4kids.org
Program Overview
MAAC’s Network Collaborative is a network of nine non-profit member agencies and over 15 contract agencies who are united in their mission of helping at-risk youth successfully transition into adulthood. We create a customized approach for each individual in our care, which could include assessments, intensive psychiatric treatment, adoptions, residential group home placement, maternity care, therapeutic foster care, and more.
Effectiveness
The Network Collaborative works because it features a hands-on, case-by-case approach to helping the kids and families in our care. Because we have such a strong partnership with each of the nine agencies in our network, we can just pick up the phone, talk openly with one another, and work together to find the best solution for each child and family referred to us.
Our approach enjoys a high rate of success. In 2012, for example, we served 382 youth through the Network Collaborative. During that time, we had 140 discharges, with 52 to permanent settings (ie adoption, reunification, and independent living). Seeing these youth go on to start productive, self-sufficient adult lives is a great source of personal and professional pride for our team here at MAAC.
Eligibility
Our Network can serve MWO youth that are 11 or older and in need of new placement. Upon receipt of a referral we obtain approval from the state office and then staff the youth for placement within our continuum of placement providers. If an appropriate placement is found, the youth is then placed through MAAC and receives additional support and coordination to maintain their placement. Should the youth disrupt or be ready for a lower level of care, we can staff them for a new placement within our continuum.
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The Network Collaborative receives referrals from Georgia’s Division of Child and Family Services and the Department of Juvenile Justice. We accept referrals from agencies across the entire State of Georgia.
Referrals
If you have any questions, please contact our Admissions Team by emailing admissions@maac4kids.org or by calling 404.880.9323.