Integration assistance supports young people with mental health issues or risks that significantly affect their ability to participate in life like others. Examples of conditions include:
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Phobias and compulsions
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Depression
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Psychosis
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Autism
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ADHD
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Eating disorders
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Personality disorders
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Addiction
Those affected have a legal right to outpatient, day, or inpatient support under §35a of the Social Code (SGB VIII). Youth welfare offices handle applications, and providers like GPD deliver the
services. Our goal is to support young people individually within their social environment.
Specialized child and youth psychiatrists, psychotherapists, or psychologists with experience in child mental health can diagnose. Their report must be submitted with the application to the youth
welfare office.
A diagnosis or risk of mental illness affecting at least one life area can qualify for support. Life areas include: family, social contacts, school or work, independence, daily living, and
leisure.
Applications are made at the local youth welfare office’s social services (ASD). Parents apply for children under 15; youth aged 15–18 can apply themselves or via parents; adults apply on their
own. Submit applications in person and ask for confirmation of receipt.
Outpatient integration assistance is free for families. For day or inpatient services, parents may need to pay based on income. The youth welfare office collects financial information for this.
If you are a family member or young adult and have questions or want info about our services, please feel free to contact us.
