ACRC’s research committee vets potential research projects and develops internal research. Recent initiatives have included EHRs (electronic health records) and serving CSEC (commercially sexually exploited) youth. The committee members may have research experience or...
Events
Program Committee Meeting
ACRC’s program committee makes recommendations about ongoing training and webinar topics and produces our renowned annual conference. Both the annual conference and the yearly direct care summit draw attendees from around the world to dive into clinical excellence and...
Residential Directors Affinity Group
Most organizations that provide residential interventions employ a solo residential director. This nuanced role has few peers with the same level of responsibility. Join ACRC’s new affinity group to connect and engage with residential directors from across the country...
Anti-Racism Platform Meeting
To create an equitable society, we must commit to being antiracist in all aspects of our work. Whether you are starting with a personal journey or leading your organization through a transformation, we are providing resources and supports recommended by your ACRC...
Supporting LGBTQ+ Youth Affinity Group
Connect with colleagues supporting LGBTQ+ youth in residential and community-based care. Share challenges, strategies, resources, and best practices in a supportive and collaborative space.
Supporting Neurodivergence Affinity Group Meeting (formerly Autism/TBI)
Young people with an Autism or Traumatic Brain Injury diagnosis, pared with a behavior disorder, bring their own unique set of challenges to your residential program. Meet with your colleagues to discuss challenges and successes you have experienced with this...
Replacing Coercive Interventions Affinity Group
Let’s continue to create cultures of care! Join ACRC members in ongoing conversations around replacing coercive strategies with trauma responsive interventions. While all organizations are further along the path to reducing and eliminating restraints, removing point...
Public Policy Committee Meeting
ACRC’s public policy committee keeps watch on public policy issues and initiatives and leads collective advocacy. On issues ranging from the global crisis in youth mental health, implementation of the Family First Prevention Services Act, to shoring up our critical...
Equity Committee Meeting
ACRC’s Equity Committee advances principles and practices of diversity, equity, and inclusion across the work of the Association and recommends best practices for our membership and the field at large. Meet our Equity Committee Chair, Tenecia Waddell-Pyle! And our...
PRTF Affinity Group Meeting
The challenges of administering care in a Psychiatric Residential Treatment Facility are unique. Our colleagues running PRTFs look forward to connecting with their colleagues to discuss their own barriers and successes in the past and going forward in an ever-changing...