ECCM Mental Health Blog

Careers in community mental health range widely in their degree requirements, but empathy and the ability to communicate are a must, no matter what direction you pursue.

Developmental and intellectual disability in adults and children impacts their quality of life. Here’s how supports coordination of intellectual and developmental disability services can help.

ECCM is a company that provides guidance to parents and teachers of children with different types of autism so the condition can be identified early on.

Autism Spectrum Disorder does not affect all individuals identically. Some may be able to live independently, while others may need significant support. It is because of “high-functioning” autism and comorbidities that some adults go undiagnosed.

There are many early intervention strategies that can be employed to ensure the best outcome in young children exhibiting signs of developmental delays. By uniting in their efforts, parents and professionals can make a greater difference.

Early intervention services such as those offered by ECCM help children with developmental delays catch up in key domains of early childhood development by pairing them with experts who deliver specialized instruction and care.

There are four major types of developmental delays — cognitive, sensorimotor, speech and language, and socioemotional — with the first signs often appearing before the age of 2. Learn more about what those signs are and how early intervention can help.

The Erie County Emergency Rental Assistance Program furnishes eligible renters, landlords, and utility providers adversely affected by the COVID-19 pandemic with rental and utility assistance.

Long term services and supports (LTSS) are delivered through a variety of programs designed to help financially and medically needy individuals achieve a greater level of autonomy in their homes and communities. 

The Community Health Choices (CHC) Waiver was implemented to provide health care services to thousands of eligible PA residents 21 and older. Learn who qualifies.