Regional Intervention Program

What is RIP?

RIP is an early intervention program serving children with behavioral problems under the age of six (6) years; many with varying developmental abilities.   Parents serve as primary therapists for their own children at RIP, with valuable peer support from other families facing similar challenges. Veteran RIP parents and staff assist newly enrolled parents in learning, practicing, and implementing positive behavior management skills, strategies, and techniques to address their children's behavior issues. RIP has been teaching positive discipline techniques to help preschoolers and their families since 1969 and is staffed by degreed professionals, and by parents who have completed RIP with their own children.

Dr. Laura Casey
Primary Investigator
(901) 678-1160
lpcasey@memphis.edu

Jennifer Davis
Program Director
(901) 678-5258
jdavis67@memphis.edu

For More Information:

Please visit the main Regional Intervention Program website for more information regarding services provided, philosophy, and history.

RIP: Regional Intervention Program

Information for Parents

Eligibility Requirements:

1. Parent or legal guardian is a Tennessee resident.
2. Target child is younger than 6 years of age at the time the child is enrolled in the program or is placed on the waiting list.
3. Family has concerns regarding target child's behavior in home, preschool, or community settings. Developmental concerns may also be present, but are not required.
4. Parent or legal guardian agrees to participate fully during each scheduled visit at RIP.
5. Parent or legal guardian can provide proof of a recent well-child visit and current immunization records.

Reasons to Come to RIP: 

• Aggression 
• Bedtime and sleeping issues 
• Destruction of property  
• High activity level 
• Non-compliance 
• Mealtime problems 
• Running from adults 
• Separation anxiety 
• Tantrums
• Trouble at school 
• Any other behavioral issues

What Does RIP Cost?

• There is no monetary cost to enrolled families.
• Adult family members pay with their time, energy, and commitment by helping support and train new families.

What are Memphis RIP's Hours?

Families may choose between the following program timeslots:

Tuesday and Thursday, 10:00am – 12:00pm
Tuesday and Thursday, 4:30pm – 6:30pm
Tuesday and Thursday, 5:30pm – 7:30pm

Where is Memphis RIP Located?

Our building is located just north of the softball field.  RIP Memphis' address is 4050 South Park Loop Building 29 (WKNO)

Directions from Poplar Avenue:

Drive south on South Goodlett Street, at the stoplight at Park Ave, continue straight onto Park Avenue Campus. Continue east on North Park Loop until it turns into East Park Loop. Continue south until you are forced to turn right on the Loop, near Graduate Student Family Housing. You will see RIP signs on the stairwell of our building, to the right. Arrive at 4111 S MSU B Street, on the right. Use east side entrance with RIP signs on stair railings. Please keep in mind, our driveway is a ONE WAY entrance. Please be sure your car is facing the correct direction."  "Turn right onto North Park Loop. Continue west on North Park Loop until it turns into West Park Loop. Continue south until you are forced to turn left on the Loop, near the basketball center. Continue east until you see the sign for building 29 on your left, just past the softball field.  You will see RIP signs on our building."

Directions from I-240:

From I-240, Memphis, take exit Getwell Road, turn right on West Park Loop, bear left on West Buford Ellington Drive, arrive at 4111 S MSU B Street, on the left. Use east side entrance with RIP signs on stair railings. Please keep in mind, our driveway is a ONE WAY entrance. Please be sure your car is facing the correct direction.Turn left into the parking lot for Building 29. You will see RIP signs on our building.

How Do I Enroll My Child?

Parents or legal guardians must make the first call to initiate the information and enrollment process. Parents should call 901-678-5258 or 901-678-4173 or e-mail jdavis67@memphis.edu to schedule an intake session.

Community Resources

RIP Staff are available to provide free community presentations for parents, teachers, administrators, and any other interested persons.  Content includes: overview of the RIP program, services and eligibility, overview of positive behavior management strategies and tips for collaboration between families and schools. To schedule, please call 901-678-5258 or 901-678-4173.

If your child is 6 years or older upon initial call, or if you are not a Tennessee resident, RIP Memphis Staff can refer you to several agencies in the Memphis area.

Memphis RIP is operated by The University of Memphis through a contract with Tennessee Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services.

RIP: Regional Intervention Program