Dala Program
The Dala Program is a six-bed residential treatment program providing assessment and intervention for youth with anxiety disorders or disorders of thought or mood. Typically the Dala Program is three months in duration but exceptions are possible on a case-by-case basis. Youth are admitted into the Dala Program primarily on a voluntary basis.
Individualized treatment goals are established prior to admission. Treatment goals are made in conjunction with the youth, their caregivers, referring agents, and a Maples social worker.
Two elements of treatment are common among all youth who are admitted to the Dala Program:
- Further assessment and intervention to reduce symptoms where possible;
- Assistance for family members to become involved in the treatment and care giving process.
The goals of the Dala Program are to:
- Improve the mental health of the youth;
- Assist youth with developing the life skills necessary to enhance their quality of life;
- Enhance the skills and functioning of the family;
- Develop the youth's social support network;
- Develop the youth's family and community support network.
In support of these goals, the Dala Program develops a Care Plan to help guide the youth's care and treatment in the community after discharge. This Care Plan format and purpose is closely modeled on the Response Program Care Plan. Some limited respite is possible on a case-by-case basis. Parents and/or caregivers have the opportunity to attend the Connect Parent Group provided by the Maples in partnership with the Fraser Region Adolescent Day Treatment Program.
Dala also offers non-residential services for youth from the Lower Mainland who would benefit from additional support after leaving the Dala residential program. The program accommodates up to six youth who continue to receive treatment and support from Maples staff in their community setting. If required, they may also attend the Maples School.
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