How to Qualify

Placement Reporting

Individual Service Plan (I.S.P.)

Developed within thirty days of admission. Goals of placement are implemented and introduced to mother, guardian, and agency. Attendance and participation is requested.

Monthly Progress Report

Provides county agencies and guardians with updates of program progression and utilization of placement goals.

I.S.P. Review

Developed within six months of admission date. Provides county agencies with a summation of goals achieved, and a projected plan of discharge.

Case Management

Weekly contact is made with referring agencies and guardian through phone and mail regarding mother and child.

Referrals

Local and Regional County Juvenile Probation Department. Local and Regional Children and Youth Services.

Referrals can be made by contacting the PVFM Administration office (717) 852-7470 or fax information to (717) 852-7473. After hours please contact the House of Ruth facility at (717) 244-8743. All of our staff is trained to assist with referrals.

Types of Referrals

Pregnant Teenage Females (between the ages of 12-18) Teenage Mothers and 1 child (Special circumstances for multiple infants based on capacity.) (Emergency referrals accepted.)

Type of Limitations/ Exclusions

• Diagnosed Schizophrenics
• History of Arson
• Sexual Offenders
• History of Severe Violence and Aggressive Behavior

Length of Placement

Six months to one year. Time frames can be shortened or lengthened based on individual needs. Mothers can stay past their 18th birthday if they remain in care.

Community/ BARJ Services

Residents within PVFM are responsible for completing community service in the surrounding community. This is to ensure client's responsibilities towards being productive citizens and give back to the community.