Crisis and Intensive Services: Assertive Community Treatment (ACT)

Assertive Community Treatment (ACT)

The ACT team at Lifeways works with individuals diagnosed with severe persistent mental illness who are experiencing significant challenges to their quality of life. ACT is a multi-disciplinary team equipped with a therapist, psychiatric provider, nurse, substance use disorder specialist, peer support specialist, and supported employment specialist.

Who do we serve?

• Adults 18 and older
• Living in Malheur County, Oregon
• Mental health condition significantly impacting their life
• Diagnosed with an SPMI
• Symptoms are primarily caused by mental health conditions.

ACT Referral Process and Criteria

ACT (Assertive Community Treatment) is an evidence-based practice for individuals with SPMI and is community-based. It is characterized by (a) Using a team approach; (b) A small client-to-staff caseload, to consistently provide necessary staffing diversity and coverage; (c) Time- unlimited services; (d) Flexible service delivery; (e) A fixed point of responsibility; and (f) 24/7 Crisis Coverage.

Please see the ACT Referral Process and Criteria here.