Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) Program

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Compassionate, Community‑Based Care for Individuals with Serious Mental Illness

The Family Health Services Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) Program provides comprehensive, individualized mental health services for adults with serious mental illness. Our multidisciplinary team meets people where they are—literally and figuratively—delivering care in homes, workplaces, and communities. FHS ACT program serves adults in the IDHW Region 5 which includes the counties of Blaine, Camas, Cassia, Gooding, Jerome, Lincoln, Minidoka and Twin Falls.

Our mission is simple: Intensive Mental Health Support—Where You Live, Work, and Thrive.  Support recovery, stability, and independence through continuous, person‑centered care.

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About the ACT Program

What is Asserive Community Treatment (ACT)?

Assertive Community Treatment is an evidence‑based, multidisciplinary team approach to mental health treatment designed for individuals who need a higher level of support than traditional outpatient services can provide. ACT services are delivered in the community rather than an office setting and focus on long‑term recovery, stability, and quality of life.

At Family Health Services, our ACT program is built on dignity, respect, and partnership. We work collaboratively with participants, families, and community partners to reduce hospitalizations, improve daily functioning, and support meaningful life goals.

To make a referral or learn more, please contact Family Health Services directly at 208-734-1281

Download the ACT Referral Form

Who We Serve

The ACT Program serves adults with serious and persistent mental illness who may:

  • Experience frequent psychiatric hospitalizations or emergency room visits
  • Have difficulty engaging in traditional outpatient treatment
  • Need intensive support to live independently in the community
  • Experience co‑occurring mental health and substance use challenges

Participation is voluntary and based on clinical appropriateness and eligibility criteria.

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Program Services

ACT provides wraparound, comprehensive services, including:

  • Mental Health Treatment

    • Comprehensive multidisciplinary assessment
    • Person‑centered goal planning
    • Individual and group therapeutic support
    • Crisis intervention and stabilization planning

  • Community‑Based Support

    • Services delivered in homes, shelters, workplaces, and community settings
    • Assistance with daily living skills and community integration
    • 24/7 on‑call crisis support

  • Medication Support

    • Psychiatric assessment and medication management
    • Medication education and monitoring
    • Support with adherence and side‑effect management
    • Coordination with pharmacies and medical providers

  • Recovery‑Focused Services

    • Skills development for independent living
    • Support building natural supports and social connections

  • Substance Use Support

    • Integrated treatment for co‑occurring substance use disorders
    • Harm‑reduction and recovery‑oriented approaches

  • Care Coordination

    • Collaboration with hospitals, primary care, housing providers, and courts
    • Support with benefits, employment, and community resources
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Our Multidisciplinary Team

ACT services are delivered by a dedicated, integrated team, which may include:

  • Psychiatrists and psychiatric nurse practitioners
  • Licensed clinical social workers and therapists
  • Nurses
  • Case managers
  • Community-Based Rehabilitation Specialists
  • Peer support specialists
  • Substance use specialists

This team works collaboratively to ensure continuity of care and rapid response to changing needs.

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Program Priorities

  • Team‑Based Care

    Participants are supported by the entire ACT team, not a single provider

  • Low Participant‑to‑Staff Ratio

    Allows for frequent, meaningful contact

  • Community‑Focused

    Services are delivered where they are most effective—in real‑life settings

  • Recovery-Focused

    Work towards a level of functioning that supports successful engagement in traditional outpatient services.

Referrals & Admissions

Referrals may come from:

  • Hospitals and emergency departments
  • Primary care and behavioral health providers
  • Community agencies and social service organizations
  • Self‑referrals or family referrals

All referrals are reviewed by the ACT team to determine eligibility and appropriateness.

To make a referral or learn more, please contact Family Health Services directly at 208-734-1281

Download the ACT Referral Form

Why Choose Family Health Services ACT?

  • Evidence‑based model

  • Person‑centered and recovery‑oriented care

  • Local team serving Idaho Health and Welfare Region 5

  • Integrated physical, behavioral, and social support

  • Commitment to dignity, respect, and hope

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Frequently Asked Questions