Mental health workers emphasize prevention, in cooperation with classroom teachers, but also provide longer courses of treatment as required. The complex network of providers is coordinated from a central office provided by the Board of Education. A coordinator makes referrals, helped by an assistant. A case manager takes over planning follow-up for those requiring continuing care. And a nurse, provided by the schools, is available to make home calls and meet emergencies at schools where there is no nurse.
Financial support comes from many sources.
Individuals have given generously. Major gifts come from foundations. And government provides support both through the Board of Education and federal Community Development Block Grants administered by the City of Pasadena . Return to Top of Page.