Children, Youth & Family Services
Birth to 23
Support for Children & Young Adults
Children and young adults are a part of the children's system of care that aims to enhance community wellbeing. It is a countywide integrated network of resources which require shared responsibility and accountability to assure that Milwaukee County families have access to the services, programs and supports they need. Children, young adults and their families will have support to thrive, actively participate in their community and experience life in an inclusive way which is meaningful to them. While partnering with families, the local system of care integrates the work of disabilities services, family and treatment courts, youth justice, health, mental health, child welfare, education, and other community organizations through team decision-making and addressing inequities.
Children’s Resource & Referral Lines
Screeners will work with the family to determine if the youth meets the enrollment criteria for the following programs:
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Wraparound REACH
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Coordinated Opportunities for Recovery & Empowerment (CORE)
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Comprehensive Community Services
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Youth Connect
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Family Intervention Support & Services (FISS)
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Children's Community Options Program (CCOP)
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Children's Long-Term Support Waiver (CLTS)
Screeners will also offer resources for support and services within the community.
Milwaukee Mobile Crisis Line
If you believe your child is experiencing a crisis, call our Milwaukee Mobile Crisis Line now.
The Children’s Mobile Crisis Team is a mental health crisis team licensed by the State of Wisconsin that serves Milwaukee County youth. CMC Team was created to help children and teenagers in crisis. CMC Team responds to a wide range of needs in homes, schools and throughout the community, wherever children and families need help to reduce a crisis, solve a problem or assess a need.
CMC Team is available by phone, 24-hours-a-day, and is available to come where needed from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m., Monday through Friday, weekends and holidays. Call 24/7.
Children’s Disabilities Services
Are you looking to connect with services for a child with a disability?
- Is your child between the ages of Birth to 3 years?
- Are you in need of long-term support for your child?
- Is your child disabled and you want to improve their ability to function?
- Does your child need assistance with options after leaving high school?
- How do I make a suggestion, compliment, or complaint to CYFS?
Children’s Behavioral Health Services
Are you looking for mental health or substance use disorder services for your child?
- Does your young person have complex emotional and mental health needs?
- Does your young adult need help in transitioning to adulthood?
- Do you need assistance for a young adult who has a mental health or substance use diagnosis?
- Is your young adult having a difficult time distinguishing between perceptions and reality?
Youth Justice
Has your child had contact with the youth justice system?
- Your child has been arrested and you need to know what happens next.
- Are you looking for community-based support and mentorship for your child?
- How do I make a suggestion, compliment, or complaint to CYFS?
- Do you want to know more about Milwaukee County’s vision and approach to Youth Justice Reform?
- Click here to view the Youth In Our Care Dashboard.
IMPACT 2-1-1
Are you unsure about what services you need?
If you are seeking supportive services in Milwaukee County and unsure of whom to call, contact 2-1-1.
Text your zip code to TXT-211 Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 9 p.m.