Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health/ Devereux Foundation

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Narrative

Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health is one of the largest and most advanced behavioral healthcare organizations in the country. We have a unique model that connects the latest scientific and medical advancements to practical, effective interventions in the treatment of behavioral health.

We were founded in 1912 by one of the first pioneers in the field, Helena Devereux. Today, we are a national nonprofit partner for individuals, families, schools and communities, serving many of the most vulnerable members of our society in areas of autism, intellectual and developmental disabilities, specialty mental health, and child welfare.

Informed by the latest advancements in science and medicine, we combine evidence-based interventions with compassionate family engagement to help change lives. Our programs are offered in hospital and residential, community, and school-based settings.

They include:

• Comprehensive Assessment, Diagnostics and Measurement to support data-driven care
• Evidence-based Treatment & Special Education
• Transition and Independent Life Services
• Family Education and Professional Training
• Research and Innovation to advance the field
• Advocacy, Public Awareness and Prevention

Service Types

• Case Management
• Disability Awareness
• Family Support
• Group Homes
• In-program Transportation
• Rehabilitation
• Relationship/Friendship Support
• Relationship/Friendship Trainings
• Schools - Day
• Schools - Residential
• Self-Advocacy
• Self-Advocacy - Health and Safety
• Self-Advocacy - Leadership
• Self-Advocacy - Life Skills
• Self-Advocacy - Recreation and Leisure
• Skills Training

Insurances Accepted

• Aetna Health
• Aetna Health Insurance Company
• Aetna Life Insurance Company
• Blue Cross and Blue Shield of MA
• Blue Cross and Blue Shield of MA HMO Blue
• Boston Medical Center Health Plan
• CeltiCare Health Plan of Massachusetts
• CIGNA Healthcare of Massachusetts
• ConnectiCare of Massachusetts
• Connecticut General Life Insurance Company
• Fallon Community Health Plan
• Fallon Health and Life Assurance Company
• Harvard Pilgrim Health Care
• Harvard Pilgrim Health Care Insurance Company
• Health New England
• Neighborhood Health Plan
• Tufts Associated Health Maintenance Organization
• Tufts Insurance Company
• UniCare Life and Health Insurance Company
• United HealthCare Insurance Company
• United Healthcare of New England

Program Type

• Adoption/Foster Care
• Adult Foster Care
• Advocacy
• Applied Behavior Analysis
• Case Management
• Community Supports Program
• Counseling
• Education
• Independent Living
• Mental Health
• Recreation/Arts/Social and Leisure
• Relationships/Friendships
• Support Groups
• Transition

Populations Served

• All Disabilities
• Asperger's Syndrome
• Attention Deficit Disorder/Hyper Activity Disorder
• Autism Spectrum
• Behavior Disorder
• Brain/Head Injury
• Developmental Disability
• Learning Disabilities
• Multiple Disability
• Post Traumatic Stress Disorder
• Speech Impairment

Ages Served

• 5 - 8
• 9 - 13
• 14 - 18
• 19 - 22
• 23 – 59
• 60 +

Accessibility Features

• Accessible Parking
• Accessible Restrooms
• Latex Free Environment
• Mercury Free Environment
• Services at School

Additional Information

• Accredited By: COA
• Fees: MassHealth, Medicare, Private Insurance, Personal Funds
• Licensed By: DDS, DCF