High Fidelity Wraparound Initiative (HFW) is:

  • An evidence-based initiative utilized internationally and widely throughout the U.S.
  • A team-based, collaborative process for helping children and youth with special mental health needs and their families identify and use their strengths and community resources.
  • The development and implementation of individualized plans to reduce the use of other services.

Eligibility Criteria for Referred Youth

  • Must be a resident of Lehigh County
  • Must be between ages of 8 and 21 years
  • Must have mental health diagnosis of serious emotional disturbance
  • Must have experienced imminent, current, or previous placement(s) in a restrictive, intensive or intrusive level of mental health care.

Referrals can be accepted from:

  • Parents
  • Young Adults (18-21)
  • Lehigh County Department of Human Services
  • Lehigh County Office of Juvenile Probation Department
  • Magellan Behavioral Health Services
  • School Personnel
  • Other Human Service Organizations

To learn more about HFW refer to Pinebrook’s High Fidelity Wraparound brochure. To make a referral or to learn more, contact Daniel Pratt, HFW Supervisor, at 610-432-3919 or by email at .