Juniata Valley Behavioral & Developmental Services

In response to consumers and families, we guide the delivery of the highest quality services through maximizing resources. We are committed to Mental Health Services, Intellectual Disabilities Services, and Early Intervention Services.

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JVBDS contracts with service providers to deliver mental health, intellectual disability, autism and early intervention services to residents of the Joinder.

JVBDS is also the entity responsible for applications for the emergency evaluation process and also for coordinating referrals and discharges with both civil and forensic state hospitals.

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Services

This is the space to introduce the Services section. Briefly describe the types of services offered and highlight any special benefits or features. Encourage site visitors to learn more by exploring the full list of services offered.

Mental Health Services

Recovery from serious mental illness and strive to provide services that promote that process.

Base Service Unit: Provided by S.A.M., Inc.
Child and Adolescent Service System Program (CASSP)
Juniata Valley Crisis
Outpatient Provider Contact Info
And Many More Services

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Intellectual Disabilities Services

Everyday Lives and Self Determination for people with Intellectual Disabilities.

Benefits Counseling
Companion Services
Community Participation Supports
In Home and Community Supports
And Many More Services

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Early Intervention Services

Early Intervention services that are individualized, family centered, and delivered in natural environments for infants and toddlers with developmental delays.

Independent Evaluations
Service Coordination
Occupational Therapy
Physical Therapy
And Many More Services

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The Joinder Board of Commissioners

The Administrative Office reports directly to the Joinder Board of Commissioners; and is responsible for planning, development and monitoring of services through contracts with over 40 individuals and agencies. Although in operation since 1969, the formal Joinder Board Agreement was established in 1976. The annual flow of events and decisions presented to the Commissioners is driven by the state fiscal year and the state reporting requirements. While the Joinder Board agenda is flexible, anyone can approach the Joinder Board at a public meeting held bi-monthly at 10:00 AM.