How can I add my agency or service to your directories?
Submit your request via email to Division of Mental Hygiene support staff - see Staff Directory
How can I sign up for the Mental Hygiene Networking e-mail distribution group?
Please submit your request to Mental Hygiene Division support staff - see Staff Directory
What is "OMH"?
OMH stands for the NYS Office of Mental Health. There is no such entity as "Oswego Mental Health". Oswego Hospital, however, has a Behavioral Health Services division (OH-BHS)
Does the Division of Mental Hygiene provide counseling or treatment services?
No. Counseling and treatment services are available from local providers. See the Community Services and Partners Directory pages.
How do I find mental health, substance use and developmental disabilities services in Oswego County for children and adults?
- Go to the Community Services tab on the Mental Hygiene Services web site to review by service category. A copy of a local directory can also be downloaded and printed.
- Call 211 or go to their web site www.211.org
Contact Oswego County NY Connects:
How do I access Developmental Disabilities Services in Oswego County?
The New York State Office for People with Developmental Disabilities (OPWDD) is responsible for coordinating services for individuals with developmental disabilities, including intellectual disabilities, cerebral palsy, down syndrome, autism spectrum disorders, and other neurological impairments.
Phone: 315-793-9600 Ext. 603
E-mail: front.door.cny@opwdd.ny.gov
What is SPOA?
The Single Point of Access (SPOA) program helps consumers and providers connect people with serious mental illness to mental health services. These services can connect the referred individual with treatment, advocate on their behalf, build skills, assist in communication with providers and can help with obtaining benefits.
What makes a child eligible to be referred to Children's SPOA?
The individual is under 21 years old, has a mental health diagnosis and needs additional support to improve their functioning.
Am I eligible for Adult SPOA services?
Anyone who is 18 years of age or older and currently meets the criteria for at least one DSM 5 psychiatric diagnosis. This diagnosis will need to be verified by a NYS licensed professional (form included in referral packet). Alcohol and/or substance diagnosis, organic brain syndromes, development disabilities or social conditions alone are not qualifying diagnosis for serious mental illness.
Do I need health insurance to access SPOA services?
No. There are care management services available through SPOA regardless of what insurance (or lack thereof) an individual may have.
Can I refer myself for SPOA services?
If you fit the eligibility criteria, you most certainly can.
My adult child with a serious mental illness still lives at home. "Can you put them somewhere"?
No. SPOA services do not "put" a referred individual anywhere. All SPOA programs are voluntary and person centered, meaning the referred person must want the service and have goals they would like assistance in pursuing. If a consumer would like to obtain independent, safe and stable housing, a care manager could assist in this process. A referred individual can decline or end services at any time they so wish.
Can I access the Supportive Housing Program through your agency?
No. Access to the Supportive Housing Program is through Oswego County Opportunities (OCO). You can contact them at 315-592-0793.
Do I need to be enrolled in Medicaid to apply for the Mental Hygiene Transportation service?
No. Medicaid is not needed. There is no out of pocket cost to the rider.
What number do I call to schedule a ride after I am approved for the Mental Hygiene Transportation Service?
Call Catholic Charities Transportation Department directly at 315-598-3980 ext. 285
Will the Mental Hygiene Transportation Program transport a child?
MH Transportation will transport a child when accompanied by a parent or guardian. Child must be eligible and approved through Single Point of Access (SPOA).
Where are the prescription drop-off and collection sites located within Oswego County?
Oswego City Police Department: 169 W. 2nd St., Oswego
Oswego Hospital Emergency Room: 110 W. 6th St., Oswego (7th St. entrance)
City of Fulton Police Department: 141 S. 1st St., Fulton
Pulaski Police Department: 4917 Jefferson St., Pulaski
The Medicine Place: 360 W. 1st St. S., Fulton
The Medicine Place: 464 Main St., Phoenix
Are the Oswego County Suicide Prevention Coalition Meetings open to the public?
Yes. Meetings are open to the public and due to COVID are being held virtually. Please call 315-529-0360 or Email preventioncoalitionstaff@gmail.com to obtain information on how to access this meeting virtually.
