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New York Presbyterian Hospital - Turn 2 Us
Turn 2 Us (T2U) is an elementary school-based program that aims to improve social, behavioral and academic performance for children at risk for developing mental health disorders. The program provides a range of services to students, staff and parents through a partnership between Turn 2 Foundation, New York Presbyterian Hospital, Columbia University Medical Center and public schools in Northern Manhattan.
What is it?
Turn 2 Us (T2U) is an elementary school-based program that aims to improve social, behavioral and academic performance for children at risk for developing mental health disorders. The program provides a range of services to students, staff and parents through a partnership between Turn 2 Foundation, New York Presbyterian Hospital, Columbia University Medical Center and public schools in Northern Manhattan.
Who is it for?
At-risk children, the majority of whom are immigrant Latino youth. Studies indicate that this group has the highest levels of unmet mental health needs.
Why do they do it?
T2U was founded in response to elevated reports of school absenteeism, suspensions, emotional and behavioral issues, and untreated school-age mental health disorders.
Impact
The program has reached more than 6,000 school-age children, caregivers and school personnel since its inception. T2U has a presence in eight schools and has resulted in improvement in academic performance and attendance, as well as a decrease in suspensions.
Contact: Evelyn Montañez, Ph.D., L.C.S.W.
Program Manager
Telephone: 917-414-4273
Email: montaev@nyp.org
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