Coordinated Specialty Care: Benefits

It is estimated that at least 3,500 to 5,000 Wisconsinites experience unexpected changes to their thinking and perceptions.

More than 700 of those experiencing early serious mental illness or first episode psychosis are young adults.

Trust is treatment.
− A current Coordinated Specialty Care provider in Wisconsin

Treating a serious problem seriously

Coordinated Specialty Care provides an evidence-based model of care that offers personalized support in one place. This model of care includes a team approach. A typical team is made up of the participant, the participant's loved ones, clinical staff, and a peer specialist. This team approach reduces wait times for care, promotes flexibility in service delivery, and encourages members of the team to support each other in meeting the goals set by the participant.

Health and wellness benefits for all

Young people, providers, and communities all benefit from Coordinated Specialty Care.

Targeted outreach. Coordinated Specialty Care providers work with schools, clinics, hospitals, and other organizations serving young people to educate the community on the signs of early serious mental illness and how to get help as soon as possible.
Rapid access. Coordinated Specialty Care providers aim to get young people identified as a good fit for services help quickly.
Care coordination. Coordinated Specialty Care services are tailored to the participant's unique needs with these needs managed by a person dedicated to monitoring the progress of the participant.
Proactive engagement. Coordinated Specialty Care providers meet participants where they are at in the community to create an accessible, safe, and comfortable treatment environment.
Small caseloads. Coordinated Specialty Care providers are able to develop connections with participants and understand their interests, goals, and dreams while meeting their complex care needs.
24/7 access. Coordinated Specialty Care participants can contact professionals trained in supporting people with mental health concerns at any time.
Cost savings. One year of support through Coordinated Specialty Care is about half the cost of one inpatient hospitalization for a mental health concern.