Article content Central Alberta youth will benefit from additional supports being offered through the launch of a new Alberta Health Services (AHS) program. Step Up Step Down is a program for youth aged 13 to 17 who have significant mental health challenges, and who already receive care from a clinician but need additional support. The program includes a high level of caregiver participation to help youth succeed at home, in school and in their communities. We apologize, but this video has failed to load. Try refreshing your browser. New mental health program launches in central Alberta Back to video Step Up Step Down includes a five-bed, full-time, live-in treatment program for youth, with the involvement of family/caregivers and the guidance of a multidisciplinary team, including nursing staff, a social worker, psychologist, occupational therapist, recreational therapist and family therapist.