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FIRST.IL | MEMORIAL BEHAVIORAL HEALTH

710 North 8th Street, Springfield, IL 62702

Eligibility

Open to those ages 14-40 who are: -- Diagnosed with schizophrenia, schizoaffective disorder, schizophreniform disorder or other specified/unspecified schizophrenia spectrum, and other psychotic disorder -- Experiencing no more than 18 months of psychotic symptoms, whether treated or untreated -- Willing to consent to participate in at least two of the five treatment modalities

Required documents

Varies by service

Hours

Mon 8:30 am - 5 pm Tue 8:30 am - 5 pm Wed 8:30 am - 5 pm Thu 8:30 am - 5 pm Fri 8:30 am - 5 pm
(217) 525-1064

Voice - Main | MBH Main Line

(217) 788-7928

Voice - Main | First.IL

https://memorial.health/medical-services/behavioral-health

Languages

American Sign Language, English, Spanish

Application process

Call for information; Calls to the dedicated FIRST.IL line will be returned within 24 hrs

Fees

Call for information

Service area

Christian County, Illinois
Menard County, Illinois
Logan County, Illinois
Sangamon County, Illinois
Morgan County, Illinois
Scott County, Illinois
Mason County, Illinois

Description

A comprehensive, team-based treatment program aimed at improving the mental health and quality of life for individuals who have experienced a first episode of a psychotic illness.

FIRST.IL Program Treatment Goals:

-- To reduce the symptoms of psychotic illnesses.

-- To improve individual and family functioning.

-- To reduce the chance of relapse.

-- To promote recovery and improve the long-term course of the illness.

-- To decrease the overall costs of treatment.

FIRST.IL treatment is a team-based approach that uses 5 modalities:

-- Psychiatric Care.

-- Individual Resiliency Training.

-- Supported Employment/Education.

-- Family Psychoeducation.

-- Case Management.

Date of Last Formal Update

04/07/2025

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211 Nebraska

Providing organization

MEMORIAL BEHAVIORAL HEALTH

Offers a wide range of mental health services for children, adolescents, adults with mental health challenges, as well as a partial hospitalization program.