Samaritan House

Brief Description of Program/Service

Samaritan House located at 1050 Eoff Street, Wheeling, WV  26003 is a 12 bed emergency shelter for males 12-17 years of age.  The shelter provides room and board, supervision, emergency stabilization, and treatment services to children in need.  Samaritan House is available 24/7.  Seven days a week Samaritan House is a Community Based provider.

Description of Treatment

Case Management Services – Trained advocate treatment plan development and oversight.

Professional services – Counseling, assessment and treatment planning links to psychologists, physicians and special needs treatment resources.

24/7 supportive counseling – trained staff available for emotional support and direction.
Supportive groups – trained staff provide assistance in anger management, decision making and positive coping skills.

Medical services – contracted primary physician treat health care needs, RB services monitor day-to-day health care needs. Linkage to community specialists when needed.

Staff

Staff are trained in Medication Administration (AMAP), also trained in the delivery of supportive counseling (individual and group).  Staff received annual training in CPI, CPR, First Aid and Food Safety.  Staff also received training in the area of child development and behaviors associated with residential care.  All services are provided under the direction of a licensed physician, licensed psychologist and experienced qualified staff.

Contact for Admission and Information

Please call 204-233-9627 Central Referral or Contact Youth Services System, Inc. at 1-800-YSS-8918 for questions or referrals.