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Family Peer Support Services - Amherst - NDYFS

Resource Name:Family Peer Support Services - Amherst - NDYFS

address

4511 Harlem Road, Suite 200, Amherst, NY 14226

Eligibility

Youth with emotional or behavioral challenges, along with their families. Must be enrolled in Medicaid except for Erie and Niagara Counties where there is an option for those not enrolled in Medicaid to receive services. Service Area: WNY.

Hours

Monday-Friday, 9am-5pm.
(716) 486-3295

Voice

·

Heather Wood

(716) 433-4487

Voice

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Main Phone

Application process

Call for information.

Fees

Free
Provides family peer support services to parents and/or caregivers of youth with emotional and/or behavioral health difficulties. Services include:
  • Engagement, Bridging, and Transition Support
  • Self-Advocacy, Self-Efficacy, and Empowerment
  • Parent Skill Development
  • Community Connections and Natural Supports
Services are individualized and provided in home and community settings. Services are provided by a parent professional who has lived experience in caring for a youth with special needs.

Last assured

08/18/2025

Providing organization

New Directions Youth & Family Services, Inc. (NDYFS)