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NCS is compassionate in the needs of individuals and families- even those placed at high risk, can safely and effectively be serviced within a home and community setting. Every individual possesses strengths, potential, interests and talents that make them unique and with these qualities NCS staff can empower individuals to build stronger confidence in reaching their goals. It’s beneficial to everyone to have access to strong, positive people, places and activities within their community to develop their natural potential and lead a fulfilled productive life style.
NCS strives to work in partnership with families to identify their needs and expectations to maintain their dignity; in doing so it improves outcomes. Investing in community-based programming is a cost-effective and responsible alternative to out of home placements.
INDUSTRY NEWS
Pregnant Women on Antidepressants More Likely to Have Child With Autism by Maggie Fox
A new study shows that women who take antidepressants in the later stages of pregnancy are more likely to have a child with autism. The study specifies one particular group of antidepressants in particular — the SSRIs, or selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors, such as Prozac, Zoloft or Paxil.