Children’s Single Point Of Access

The Children’s SPOA aims to ensure timely and appropriate access to intensive services for children at risk of multiple hospitalizations and out-of-home treatment The Children’s SPOA Team provides case consultation, systems navigation, and referral linkage to mental health supports and services. 

There is no wrong call to the Children’s SPOA. We are happy to field calls from any family or community member who is seeking mental health supports or consultation for Essex County youth. The Children’s SPOA Team Can be reached at (518) 873- 3670, by asking for Emma Gibbs, LCSW. 

For youth in need of more intensive services, a C-SPOA application can be submitted for review by the Children’s SPOA Team and linkage to appropriate supports.