Housing and Residential Supports Tool Kit
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Acadia Healthcare - Children's Behavioral Solutions
55 Basin Creek Road, Butte, MT 59701
(877) 297-7957
Specialty: self-injury, PTSD, FASD, Autism, psychiatric/dual abuse issues; IQ>60 required, offers separate children's & non-coed adolescent program tracks; average stay varies.
Acadia Healthcare - Children's Behavioral Solutions
Options
5602 Caito Dr. Indianapolis, IN 46226
(800) 431-1114
Specialty: psychiatric, behavioral, autism, lower-functioning. Secured unit; IQ<75 only; severe psychiatric/behavioral issues & sexually acting out behaviors; offers secured autism unit (IQ 48-70). Average stay varies; diagnostic work-up available for 30-90 days. Ages: 11-18 years. Accepts insurance, school, cost-sharing.
Michelle Markowitz
405 Washington St., Hanover, MA 02339
(781) 829-1205
mmarkowitz@cushingcenters.org
Private, non-profit therapeutic special needs boarding school for children and young adults with autism and developmental disabilities.
1825 Victory St., LaCrosse, WI 54601
(608) 782-6480
info@chileda.org
Primary focus on developmental disabilities, attachment disorders and behavioral challenges with specialization in autism and traumatic brain injury (dual issues such as cognitive and seizure disorder issues accepted).
9407 Cumberland Road New Kent, VA 23124
(800) 368-3472
ISBE approved. Provides specialized care for young people whose disabilities, injuries or lifelong illnesses are compounded by behavioral problems. Population served: male/female students with autism, pervasive developmental disorder, mental retardation, ADHD and fetal alcohol syndrome. Program's primary philosophy: cognitive-behavioral techniques.
Amanda Buerger, senior admissions coordinator
36100 Genesee Lake Road Oconomowoc, WI 53066
(262) 569-5510, ext. 3005
admissions@geneseelakeschool.com
Genesee Lake School is a nationally recognized provider offering programs for students with developmental disabilities, mental health disorders, neurological disorders, and emotional disturbances. Additionally, we offer specialized programs for students with autism spectrum disorders, mood and anxiety disorders, and complex trauma. Our goal at Genesee Lake School is to provide an innovative and enriching environment for the students in our care to learn and experience all that life can offer.
Grove School Therapeutic Boarding School
175 Copse Road Madison, CT 06443
(203) 245-2778
Specialty: eating disorder, psychiatric, behavioral, autism. Primary psychiatric and behavioral issues; offers transitions program; enrolls youth grades 7-12 on campus; do not accept conduct disorder, aggression or substance abuse issues. Average stay is 2 years.
Kristina Baker, director of admissions and outreach
8700 East 29th Street Wichita, KS 67226
Cell: (316) 214-1132
Office: (316) 634-8874
kbaker@heartspring.org
The Heartspring School is a private, not-for-profit, residential and day school, serving students impacted by autism and other developmental disabilities from across the country and around the world. Most Heartspring students also display challenging behaviors that often interfere with their educational progress, as well as their home life and community integration. Ages: 5-21 yrs. Heartspring is a school with a residential program and, therefore, charges tuition and fees. The majority of the students who attend Heartspring are placed through the students’ IEP teams and funded by their local school district. Very few students qualify for funding through insurance providers. However, on a case-by-case basis, this may be possible. Some students have multiple agencies involved in the placement and in the funding (such as a school district, a child welfare agency, adoption subsidy, etc.). For some families, paying privately and/or outside financing may be an option.
5600 N. Heritage School Dr. Provo, UT 84604
(800) 433-9413
admissions@heritagertc.org
Residential treatment for neurodiverse adolescents (12-18 years) with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and other neurodevelopmental challenges. Our focus is on skills development using a neurological framework and a trauma-integrated approach.
Hughes Center for Exceptional Children
Michael S. Triggs, CEO
1601 Franklin Turnpike Danville, VA 24540
(434) 836-8500
HughesCenterAdmissions@uhsinc.com
The Hughes Center offers a residential treatment program for males and females, ages 10 – 22, who have been diagnosed with an Intellectual Disability and/or Autism Spectrum Disorder, and who are experiencing significant social and behavioral difficulties within the home, school, and community environments. Our team works diligently to challenge residents to apply learned skills within new environments and situations.
Little City - Children's Programs
1760 W. Algonquin Rd. Palatine, IL 60067
Main Campus: 847-358-5510
700 N Sacramento, Ste 201 Chicago, IL 60612
Chicago office: 773-265-1539
The ChildBridge Centers provide individuals up to age 21 with supports, programs and services that help increase their potential for lifelong productivity and success. Services include residential and therapeutic day school, home-based supports and therapy, and foster care/adoption services.
Little Friends Center for Autism, Inc.
140 N. Wright St., Naperville, IL 60540
(630) 305-4196
Services include evaluation and treatment for autism spectrum disorder, including psychological, speech, occupational therapy, and social skills. Additionally, residential services are available to both children and adults needing more supported care.
Lutheran Social Services of Illinois
Greer Ann Hamblet, Program Coordinator
4840 W. Byron, Chicago, IL 60641
(847) 390-1422 or (630) 664-8876 (emergency)
greerann.hamblet@lssi.org
Offers two intermediate care residences at Shady Oaks East and Shady Oaks West in Homer Glen for people with developmental disabilities.
info@marklund.org
(630) 593-5500
Locations in:
- Bloomingdale: 64 S. Prairie Ave., Bloomingdale, IL 60108
- Elgin: 1435 Summit Street, Elgin, Illinois 60120
- Geneva: 1S450 Wyatt Drive, Geneva, IL 60134
Programs include Early Intervention services (Ages 0-3; 630-529-2871, ext. 2238), day school programming (Ages 3-21), day program services (Ages 18+) and residential services (all ages), and employment services for indiviudals with developmental disabilities.
Maryville Residential Treatment Center, Maryville St. George Program
1150 N. River Road Des Plaines, IL 60016
(630) 736-7451 (intake)
Specialty: psychiatric, behavioral, intellectual disabilities, self-harm, sexually acting out, autism, trauma. Multiple levels of care: moderate & severe; parenting & pregnancy teen DCFS ward section for those with children. Maryville also has inpatient psychiatric child, adolescent, young adult (18-22 years) & a deaf and hard of hearing program. Intake (847) 768-5347. Average stay is 12-18 months.
4450 N. Rockton Ave., Rockford, IL 61103
Child: 815-639-9555
Adult: (815) 639-2955
tjindrich@milestone-inc.org
Provides long-term care for children who have a diagnosis of a developmental disability serving children in CILA's and the entire state of Illinois for individuals 6-22 years. Cost: state and/or school funded; private pay available.
Deana Goldstein, CEO
19650 U.S. Highway 441 Mount Dora, FL 32757
Phone: (352) 735-9500
ISBE approved. Population served: male/female students with autism. Specialized program using the ABA and SCERTS model along with skill acquisition training. While the program serves individuals diagnosed with deafness and autism, they also serve those with normal hearing that are diagnosed with an autism spectrum disorder. Ages: 5-22 years; Accepts Illinois Medicaid
998 Corporate Blvd., Aurora, IL 60502
(847) 391-8000
NIA is a resdiential treatment program for male and female children, teens and young adults ages 6-21. Has 4 core programs including Autism Spectrum Disorder Program, Multi-Needs Program (co-occurring psychiatric & developmental illnesses), Social Emotional Disabilities Program, and Independent Living Skills Track. Within NIA, there is an on-site therapeutic day school in which all of our instructors are special education teachers and licensed by the state of Illinois.
7101 N. Greenview Ave, Chicago, IL 60626
(773) 338-9102
info@pactt.org
To assist children and adults ages 18 and older in reaching their potential, PACTT offers 24-hour residential care in a Community Integrated Living Arrangement (CILA). Each group home houses 8 individuals with a primary diagnosis of autism.
The Sonia Shankman Orthogenic School at the University of Chicago
Kristin Friesen
6245 S. Ingleside Ave., Chicago, IL 60637
(773) 420-2891
Coeducational residential treatment program for individuals with Asperger's disorder/high functioning autism.
Boulder Creek Academy
378 Emerson Lane Bonners Ferry, ID 83805
(877) 348-0848
Boulder Creek Academy specializes in working with adolescents 13-18, whose academic needs are not being met in traditional school, often making them feel socially disconnected, depressed or anxious. Specialty: autism. Average stay is 12-24 months. 11-18 years.
Acadia Healthcare - Children's Behavioral Solutions
55 Basin Creek Road, Butte, MT 59701
(877) 297-7957
Specialty: self-injury, PTSD, FASD, Autism, psychiatric/dual abuse issues; IQ>60 required, offers separate children's & non-coed adolescent program tracks; average stay varies.
Acadia Healthcare - Children's Behavioral Solutions
Options
5602 Caito Dr. Indianapolis, IN 46226
(800) 431-1114
Specialty: psychiatric, behavioral, autism, lower-functioning. Secured unit; IQ<75 only; severe psychiatric/behavioral issues & sexually acting out behaviors; offers secured autism unit (IQ 48-70). Average stay varies; diagnostic work-up available for 30-90 days. Ages: 11-18 years. Cost: accepts insurance, school, cost-sharing.
405 Washington St., Hanover, MA 02339
(781) 829-1205
mmarkowitz@cushingcenters.org
Private, non-profit therapeutic special needs boarding school for children and young adults with autism and developmental disabilities.
1825 Victory St., LaCrosse, WI 54601
(608) 782-6480
info@chileda.org
Primary focus on developmental disabilities, attachment disorders and behavioral challenges with specialization in autism and traumatic brain injury (dual issues such as cognitive and seizure disorder issues accepted).
9407 Cumberland Road New Kent, VA 23124
(800) 368-3472
ISBE approved. Provides specialized care for young people whose disabilities, injuries or lifelong illnesses are compounded by behavioral problems. Population served: male/female students with autism, pervasive developmental disorder, mental retardation, ADHD and fetal alcohol syndrome. Program's primary philosophy: cognitive-behavioral techniques.
36100 Genesee Lake Road Oconomowoc, WI 53066
(262) 569-5510, ext. 3005
admissions@geneseelakeschool.com
Genesee Lake School is a nationally recognized provider offering programs for students with developmental disabilities, mental health disorders, neurological disorders, and emotional disturbances. Additionally, we offer specialized programs for students with autism spectrum disorders, mood and anxiety disorders, and complex trauma. Our goal at Genesee Lake School is to provide an innovative and enriching environment for the students in our care to learn and experience all that life can offer.
Grove School Therapeutic Boarding School
175 Copse Road Madison, CT 06443
(203) 245-2778
Specialty: eating disorder, psychiatric, behavioral, autism. Primary psychiatric and behavioral issues; offers transitions program; enrolls youth grades 7-12 on campus; do not accept conduct disorder, aggression or substance abuse issues. Average stay is 2 years.
Kristina Baker, director of admissions and outreach
8700 East 29th Street Wichita, KS 67226
(C): (316) 214-1132
(O): (316) 634-8874
kbaker@heartspring.org
The Heartspring School is a private, not-for-profit, residential and day school, serving students impacted by autism and other developmental disabilities from across the country and around the world. Most Heartspring students also display challenging behaviors that often interfere with their educational progress, as well as their home life and community integration. Ages: 5-21 yrs. Cost: Heartspring is a school with a residential program and, therefore, charges tuition and fees. The majority of the students who attend Heartspring are placed through the students’ IEP teams and funded by their local school district. Very few students qualify for funding through insurance providers. However, on a case-by-case basis, this may be possible. Some students have multiple agencies involved in the placement and in the funding (such as a school district, a child welfare agency, adoption subsidy, etc.). For some families, paying privately and/or outside financing may be an option.
5600 N. Heritage School Dr. Provo, UT 84604
(800) 433-9413
admissions@heritagertc.org
Residential treatment for neurodiverse adolescents (12-18 years) with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and other neurodevelopmental challenges. Our focus is on skills development using a neurological framework and a trauma-integrated approach.
Hughes Center for Exceptional Children
Michael S. Triggs, CEO
1601 Franklin Turnpike Danville, VA 24540
(434) 836-8500
HughesCenterAdmissions@uhsinc.com
The Hughes Center offers a residential treatment program for males and females, ages 10 – 22, who have been diagnosed with an Intellectual Disability and/or Autism Spectrum Disorder, and who are experiencing significant social and behavioral difficulties within the home, school, and community environments. Our team works diligently to challenge residents to apply learned skills within new environments and situations.
Little City - Children's Programs
1760 W. Algonquin Rd. Palatine, IL 60067
Main Campus: 847-358-5510
700 N Sacramento, Ste 201 Chicago, IL 60612
Chicago office: 773-265-1539
Our ChildBridge Centers provide individuals up to age 21 with supports, programs and services that help increase their potential for lifelong productivity and success. Services include residential and therapeutic day school, home-based supports and therapy, and foster care/adoption services.
Little Friends Center for Autism, Inc.
140 N. Wright St., Naperville, IL 60540
(630) 305-4196
Services include evaluation and treatment for autism spectrum disorder, including psychological, speech, occupational therapy, and social skills. Additionally, residential services are available to both children and adults needing more supported care.
info@marklund.org
(630) 593-5500
Locations in:
- Bloomingdale: 64 S. Prairie Ave., Bloomingdale, IL 60108
- Elgin: 1435 Summit Street, Elgin, Illinois 60120
- Geneva: 1S450 Wyatt Drive, Geneva, IL 60134
Programs include Early Intervention services (Ages 0-3; 630-529-2871, ext. 2238), day school programming (Ages 3-21), day program services (Ages 18+) and residential services (all ages), and employment services for indiviudals with developmental disabilities.
Maryville Residential Treatment Center, Maryville St. George Program
1150 N. River Road Des Plaines, IL 60016
(630) 736-7451 (intake)
Specialty: psychiatric, behavioral, intellectual disabilities, self-harm, sexually acting out, autism, trauma. Multiple levels of care: moderate & severe; parenting & pregnancy teen DCFS ward section for those with children. Maryville also has inpatient psychiatric child, adolescent, young adult (18-22 years) & a deaf and hard of hearing program. Intake (847) 768-5347. Average stay is 12-18 months.
4450 N. Rockton Ave., Rockford, IL 61103
Child: 815-639-9555
Adult: (815) 639-2955
Email: tjindrich@milestone-inc.org
Provides long-term care for children who have a diagnosis of a developmental disability serving children in CILA's and the entire state of Illinois for individuals 6-22 years. Cost: state and/or school funded; private pay available
Deana Goldstein, CEO
19650 U.S. Highway 441 Mount Dora, FL 32757
(352) 735-9500
ISBE approved. Population served: male/female students with autism. Specialized program using the ABA and SCERTS model along with skill acquisition training. While the program serves individuals diagnosed with deafness and autism, they also serve those with normal hearing that are diagnosed with an autism spectrum disorder. Ages: 5-22 years; Accepts Illinois Medicaid.
998 Corporate Blvd., Aurora, IL 60502
(847) 391-8000
NIA is a resdiential treatment program for male and female children, teens and young adults ages 6-21. Has 4 core programs including Autism Spectrum Disorder Program, Multi-Needs Program (co-occurring psychiatric & developmental illnesses), Social Emotional Disabilities Program, and Independent Living Skills Track. Within NIA, there is an on-site therapeutic day school in which all of our instructors are special education teachers and licensed by the state of Illinois.
7101 N. Greenview Ave, Chicago, IL 60626
(773) 338-9102
info@pactt.org
To assist children and adults ages 18 and older in reaching their potential, PACTT offers 24-hour residential care in a Community Integrated Living Arrangement (CILA). Each group home houses 8 individuals with a primary diagnosis of autism.
The Sonia Shankman Orthogenic School at the University of Chicago
Kristin Friesen
6245 S. Ingleside Ave., Chicago, IL 60637
(773) 420-2891
Coeducational residential treatment program for individuals with Asperger's disorder/high functioning autism.
Boulder Creek Academy
378 Emerson Lane Bonners Ferry, ID 83805
(877) 348-0848
Boulder Creek Academy specializes in working with adolescents 13-18, whose academic needs are not being met in traditional school, often making them feel socially disconnected, depressed or anxious. Specialty: autism. Average stay is 12-24 months. 11-18 years.
