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Massachusetts Department of Mental Health

Resources for Transition Age Youth And Young Adults (Ages 16-22)

Transition Age Youth and Young Adult (TAYA) Services

Services for Transition Age Youth and Young Adults (TAYA) bridge the Child, Youth and Family & Adult Mental Health Services Divisions. The Department strives to match youth and young adults with the services and supports that best meet their clinical and developmental needs. Additionally, DMH offers specific services and supports that are designed to meet the unique needs of youth and young adults ages 16-22.

The goal is for TAYA to embark on a positive life path into adulthood – toward the goals of personal stability, community housing, employment, education and positive family/social relationships.

What would you like to do?

Top tasks

How to Apply for DMH Services   Suicide Prevention Program 

All other tasks

Speaking of Hope - A Recovery Network for Young Adults  Reach Hire - A Guide to Employment and Independent Living for Young Adults  DMH Young Adult Resource Guide  DMH Programs and the new MassHealth Plans  Allies in Recovery - For families whose loved one struggles with drugs or alcohol  Journey: Your Guide Through Recovery, Pregnancy & Early Parenting 

What you need to know

Overview of Adult DMH Services  Overview of Child, Youth, and Family Services 

More Information

Related Services

Additional Resources

Young Adult Vocational Program (YAVP)
Transformation Center - Generating mental health wellness through community, policy, training, and peer support
UMass Medical School SPARC and Transitions RTC
Tempo - A one-stop resource center for young adults
South Shore Mental Health Transition Resources and Community Supports (TRACS)
Parent/Professional Advocacy League - Education, Advocacy, Outreach & Support
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