Services

Behavioral Health Services seeks to promote the development of pro-social behaviors. The individuals served and their teams, in consultation with behavioral health professionals, work together to achieve personal goals.

A primary function of Behavioral Health Services is monitoring the provision of related services and support systems such as the Behavior Support Plans, Behavior Intervention, therapeutic groups, and individual counseling as well as behavioral data collection and assessment methodologies. Although individuals may receive direct services through internal sources, staff also links individuals with behavioral health professionals in the community wherever appropriate.

Behavioral Health staff ensures that residential team members are trained in relevant topics such as therapeutic behavioral intervention, crisis intervention and prevention. Staff provide services based on a referral process and will primarily provide consulting services.

Transportation

Recognizing that mobility plays a major role in promoting independence, Transportation Services coordinates appropriate ride service for individuals traveling to medical appointments, jobs in the community, the campus and its various program sites, and to dining and entertainment outings. Transportation and van service may also be available for persons within Jefferson County, including those individuals in wheelchairs. A transportation charge is determined according to the distance a client lives from the their travel destination.

Music Therapy

NOVA Music is an opportunity for individuals to participate in a disciplined experience built around positive, intrinsically motivating music making. NOVA Music offers music as a tool to facilitate self-expression and motivation, as well as easing social barriers and raising self-esteem. NOVA Music is one of the largest single groups meeting on a regular basis at St. Coletta of Wisconsin.

January 2005 marks the 8th year of the program. Many individuals currently in NOVA Music have been in the program all eight years. As a result, a strong sense of community, ownership, loyalty, and well-being are developed among participants who invest themselves in the program.

Recreational Therapy

Physical activities and productive leisure time are important ingredients for a healthy lifestyle. Recreation Therapy seeks to incorporate physical and leisure opportunities into clients’ daily activities. The Individual Service Plan (ISP) provides the framework for incorporating recreational activities that are most appropriate for each individual. Recreation Therapy is utilized to promote healthy lifestyles and areas are addressed as needs arise and are implemented through formal and informal goal setting.

Participation in organized sporting activities is also encouraged. St. Coletta supports Special Olympics of Wisconsin. From the courageous and positive attitudes of the athletes to the generous leadership of volunteers, coaches and sponsors, Special Olympics games make thousands of athletes’ dreams come true. The St. Coletta Special Olympics teams have the opportunity to train for and participate in ten different sports: Bowling, Basketball, Basketball Skills, Downhill Skiing, Swimming, Track and Field, Bocce Ball, Golf, and Soccer.