Characteristics of Puzzle Piece Programs Consumers Child is under the age of 21 Child may have been under supervision for a mental health disorder Child may have been short or long term suspended or expelled from school Child has emotional or mental health problems, behavioral and/or social issues Child's mental and/or emotional symptoms are delaying developmental progress and/or not allowing them to fulfill age appropriate responsiblities Child may have attempted or threatened suicide Symptomatic Indications of Clients Needing PPP Young/inexperienced parent(s) or teen pregnancy Little or no support system i.e. family and friends Low income Frequent moves Changes in primary caregivers Lack of education Death of someone close Substance abuse/alcoholism Family stressors Physical/verbal Aggression Typical Symptoms Associated with PPP Clients Poor school grades/Low academic achievement Problems with attitude i.e. Defiant or disrespectful towards those in authority Lying Stealing Drinking/Smoking/Drugs Aggression Anger Bad language/Profanity Sexual activity/Promiscuity Skipping school/Running away Court/DJJ Involvement Gang Involved Anxiety Destructive Trouble Maintaining Friendships Referral Resources Referrals are received from many different sources throughout the county, including: Community Support Providers Social Services/Child Protective Services (CPS) Foster Care Provider Agencies Court Counselors Managed Care Agencies Therapists Schools Residential Facilities/PRTF's/Group Homes/Hospitals Families Puzzle Piece Programs is happy to accept referrals from any source. However, consumers are required to have Community Support Services in place prior to enrolment in to the program. The Intake Coordinator will be available to assist with this process.