Determine if BrECC is the right fit
Determine if BrECC is the right fit If you have a short-term need, BrECC may be appropriate when a child or youth is experiencing increased mental health needs, and difficulty accessing timely supports. Referrals can be made by providers, systems partners, or families seeking short-term coordination.
Connect with a BrECC Coordinator
Once referred, a care coordinator reaches out to begin intake, explain the program, and outline the family's goals over the coming weeks.
Create a focused plan for support and transition
The coordinator works closely with the family to identify priorities, address urgent needs, and assist with connecting appropriate community-based mental health and family supports, adjusting the plan according to their needs.
Ongoing Check-Ins and Coordination
Throughout the BrECC process, families receive regular in person check-ins to ensure supports are working as intended and allow space to address concerns as they arise.
What a BrECC Coordinator Supports
Each family is matched with a coordinator who may:
- Complete assessments to understand safety, support needs, and priorities
- Identify and address gaps in community services and support needs
- Facilitate referrals to mental health and family-based supports
- Assist families in identifying and strengthening natural supports
- Provide weekly check-ins to monitor progress and adjust coordination
This work is family-driven and youth-guided, with decisions shaped by what matters most to the family.
Community-Based Support
BrECC focuses on helping families stay connected within their communities. By strengthening coordination and reducing confusion across systems, the process supports families as they navigate mental health needs without adding unnecessary layers of care.
Short-Term by Design
BrECC typically lasts three to six months, depending on need. As families gain stability and clarity, the coordinator helps support a thoughtful transition to ongoing services when appropriate.
Success Stories
Connected Families NH works alongside families during some of their most uncertain moments. Through focused coordination and steady support, families are able to find direction, build understanding, and take meaningful steps forward.