Mental Health Services in Wisconsin

Comprehensive Community Services (CCS) – Dane County

LifeLink provides Comprehensive Community Services (CCS) in Dane County for children, adolescents, and adults with mental health and/or substance use needs. Services are recovery-oriented, culturally responsive, and designed to support long-term stability and community integration.

Who CCS is for

CCS is a voluntary program for individuals who benefit from ongoing or short-term psychosocial rehabilitation related to mental health or substance use conditions. Services are personalized and based on each participant’s strengths, goals, and needs.

CCS Services at LifeLink

LifeLink offers a range of CCS services, including:

Individual and group psychotherapy
Skill development and recovery support
Medication management support and care coordination
Physical health monitoring related to wellness
Individual and family psychoeducation
Advocacy and self-advocacy skill building

All services are delivered in accordance with an authorized CCS recovery plan.

Trauma-Informed & Specialized Care

Services are provided using trauma-informed and evidence-based approaches, which may include CBT, DBT, ACT, TF-CBT, EMDR, and other recovery-focused interventions, as clinically appropriate.

Family & Community Support

With participant consent, family members and natural supports may be involved in services. Supports are delivered in community-based settings whenever possible to promote real-world skill use and independence.

Getting Started

CCS enrollment is coordinated through Dane County Human Services. CCS Service Facilitators may refer participants to LifeLink by submitting a New Client Appointment Request.

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