Judge Baker Children's Center

Judge Baker Children's Center improves the quality of children's mental health care by translating research into programs and services that change lives. For nearly 100 years, Judge Baker has been instrumental in creating a continuum of care that supports children's healthy development at the policy, systems, and practice levels. Our research, direct programs and services, training, and advocacy make Judge Baker a preeminent voice and active resource on issues of children's mental health. Our programs help children and families chart their own best course for developmental, emotional, and intellectual well-being in community-based settings. OUR MISSION: Judge Baker Children's Center promotes the best possible mental health of children through the integration of research, intervention, training and advocacy. - Through research we identify best practices. - Through intervention we bring those practices to children and families of diverse communities. - Through training we disseminate skills in research and quality care. - Through advocacy we use scientific knowledge to expand public awareness and inform public policy. OUR PROGRAMS & SERVICES: - Quality Care Initiative - Manville School - Center for Effective Child Therapy - NEXT STEP: College Success & Independent Living Program - Camp Baker - Professional Training - Child-At-Risk Hotline - New England Association of Child Welfare Commissioners & Directors (NEACWCD) - Research Visit our website to learn more: http://jbcc.harvard.edu