The Juvenile & Family Assistance & Stabilization Track (J-FAST) helps youth and their families navigate concerns about mental health, self-harm, substance use and more.
J-FAST
Youth mental and behavioral health support
Note: This service is available only in Linn county.
Juvenile & Family Assistance & Stabilization Track (J-FAST) is a community-based program for youth and their families who may considering hospitalization or committal for a child (ages 8-18) due to mental health or substance use concerns. It can be an option for people considering calling the police, hospital or DHS for a youth-related crisis. J-FAST can meet with you to discuss options.
Issues we can help with include:
- Depression
- Cutting
- Violent behavior
- Substance use
- Thoughts of suicide
Services include
J-FAST is a joint effort of Foundation 2 Crisis Services, DECAT, ASAC, Abbe Center, Tanager Place, Heart and Solutions, Covenant Family Solutions, Four Oaks and St. Luke’s Chemical Dependency with the common goal of serving youth with immediate mental health or substance abuse needs quickly.