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Special Christmas Event to Benefit Orion
Orion Family Services would like to thank Windsor United Church of Christ for supporting the work we do and the Emergency Assistance Fund! We are very grateful for your support! Happy Holidays!
Read MoreOrion has Immediate Openings for Outpatient Services
Orion Family Services Mental Health Team has immediate openings to provide outpatient mental health services; both in-person and in a virtual setting. We accept Quartz, Dean Care, Medicaid and GHC Eau Claire. Please contact our Intake Specialist at (608) 270-2511 ext. 13 or (608) 778-7044, or by email intake@orionfamilyservices.org for assistance or to request an appointment.
Read MoreTia Long begins her studies in Infant, Early Childhood and Family Mental Health Capstone Certificate Program
Tia Long, Clinical Supervisor in Orion’s Mental Health program, was accepted into and recently started the University of Wisconsin-Madison’s Infant, Early Childhood and Family Mental Health Capstone Certificate Program.
Read MoreNiquanna Barnett Presents “Understanding Historical Trauma: How to Heal and Move Forward”
Niquanna Barnett, In-Home Family Therapist and Intake Specialist at Orion Family Services, developed and presented the workshop “Understanding Historical Trauma: How to Heal and Move Forward”, and has future speaking engagements to continue this important discussion. The workshop provides education on historical trauma and the impact it has on African Americans, Native Americans, and other…
Read MoreOFS Board of Directors Launches Emergency Assistance Fund
We have some exciting news to share! The Orion Family Services Board of Directors has created the “Orion Family Services Emergency Assistance Fund”! This fund will provide grant money to Orion consumers and families experiencing financial emergencies or other barriers. Grants for up to $500 will be provided for things such as unexpected car repairs,…
Read MoreOrion is now a Dean Care Network Provider
Orion Family Services is pleased to announce that as of July 1 we are part of the Dean Health Plan Provider Network! We now serve Dean Health Plan consumers enrolled in commercial and Medicare HMO plans. Consumers can receive outpatient therapy services in our Madison, Janesville, and Monroe offices. In-home therapy services are available for…
Read MoreOrion Begins Return to In-Person Services
In keeping with the recommendations of the Dane County Public Health Department, Wisconsin Department of Health Services, and the federal Centers for Disease Control, Orion Family Services is gradually returning to providing in-person services. Keeping our employees and consumers safe during this time is our priority. Protective protocols and policies to minimize risk of spreading…
Read More*Notice: Remote services being provided until further notice
UPDATE: Orion will gradually be returning to in-person services, please see the article posted on June 30, 2020 for details. Due to the COVID-19 virus and at the recommendation of public health officials, the offices of Orion Family Services will be closed until further notice. Our staff are providing services by phone or video. We are checking email and…
Read MoreOrion therapists earn National TF-CBT certification
Orion Family Services is excited to announce that Tia Long and Melissa Pruett have both earned their National TF-CBT certification! Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) is an evidence-based treatment for children and adolescents who have been impacted by trauma, and their parents or caregivers. TF-CBT trained therapists work with both the child and their caregivers…
Read MoreOrion staff spreads holiday cheer thanks to our wonderful donors!
This time of year is challenging for many families, but with the generous support of our donors, Orion staff were able to purchase holiday gifts for some families served by Orion. Therapist Amber VanFossen recently completed her shopping trip and just like Amber, this is an opportunity all staff appreciate being part of! The gifts…
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