Everything referring agencies, families, and providers need to know about AFLH services, admissions, and eligibility.
AFLH provides a full continuum of behavioral health and residential services including adolescent residential treatment (ages 10–18), adult residential support, outpatient treatment, day treatment, case management (CPST), and QRTP services. All services are delivered under Ohio DBH regulations and CARF accreditation standards.
No. AFLH does not provide inpatient psychiatric hospitalization or emergency medical services. We are a licensed residential and certified behavioral health agency. For psychiatric emergencies, please contact 911 or Netcare Access at 614-276-2273.
Our residential programs provide structured supervision aligned with each resident's individual treatment plan and program level. Service levels and supervision structures vary by program type and individual assessment.
County caseworkers, hospital discharge planners, therapeutic foster care agencies, courts, probation officers, families, and legal guardians may all submit referrals. We work with referring parties to ensure a smooth, coordinated placement process.
We commit to a referral decision within 24–48 hours. Our admissions team reviews every referral promptly and follows up with the referring party directly. For urgent placements, call us directly at 614-808-1011.
Eligibility is determined through a formal intake assessment, documentation review, and clinical evaluation. Admission is based on program scope, service alignment, and individual need. We will communicate clearly throughout the review process.
AFLH is an OhioRISE provider (Contract #3083 through Aetna Better Health of Ohio). We also work with Medicaid MCOs and other payers. Specific coverage and authorization questions should be directed to our admissions office at 614-808-1011.
Yes. Parents or legal guardians may submit referrals for adolescents. Adult individuals may self-refer for applicable services. Documentation requirements apply. Contact admissions at 614-808-1011 for guidance.
Your referral undergoes administrative and clinical review. The referring party or family will be contacted within 24–48 hours regarding next steps. We coordinate all transition logistics and keep all parties informed throughout the process.
No. AFLH does not provide crisis response or emergency psychiatric hospitalization. In case of a mental health emergency, contact 911 or Netcare Access (Columbus crisis line) at 614-276-2273.
Yes. AFLH holds Ohio DBH Certification #01-9241 and CARF accreditation specifically covering adolescent residential treatment, behavioral health services, and QRTP services for youth in the child welfare and behavioral health systems.
Group homes and residential providers looking to refer residents for behavioral health services (outpatient, day treatment, case management, therapy) can submit our Provider Referral Form. We work directly with providers to coordinate services for their residents.
Our admissions team is available Monday–Friday 9:00 AM–5:00 PM.