The Guide to YES: A Practice Manual is a handbook for youth, families, and providers on the different parts of the YES system of care. This guide is available as both an interactive online document and a PDF. Inside you will find information on:
- Identifying youth with serious emotional disturbance
- YES eligibility
- Mental health assessments and the Child and Adolescent Needs and Strengths (CANS)
- Principles of Care and Practice Model
- Child and Family Teams (CFT)
- Coordinated Care Plans
- Services and Supports
For tips on using the Guide to YES: A Practice Manual, watch the What is the Practice Manual? video.
