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FY 2015

RBWO Provider Profile Guide:

MWO Only

June 15, 2015

Office of Provider Management,

Georgia Department of Human Services

Care Solutions, Inc.

DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management

RBWO Provider Profile Guide

6/15/2015 2:00:24 PMReport: PBP_Profile_Guide_TOC

Guardian Home of Hope, Inc. - (5187) - CCI Yes MUSCOGEE 167

Twin Cedars Youth Services - Anne Elizabeth Shepherd (835) - CCI Yes MUSCOGEE 335

Methodist Home for Children & Youth, The - Our House at Carpenter's Way Ranch (1015) - CCI

Yes HARRIS 231

Methodist Home for Children & Youth, The - Arabella (1016) - CCI Yes HARRIS 221

Methodist Home for Children & Youth, The - dba Americus Group Home (749) - CCI Yes SUMTER 223

Res-Care, Inc. (formerly Alternative Youth Services, Inc.) - dba Georgia Center for Youth (667) - CCI

Yes TAYLOR 287

DFCS REGION 8

AMI Kids Savannah River - (5161) - CCI Yes SCREVEN 11

Taking A Step Beyond - (5158) - CCI Yes RICHMOND 311

Psychiatric Solutions (formerly HHC Augusta) - Lighthouse of Augusta (726) - CCI Yes RICHMOND 271

Broken Shackle Ranch - (576) - CCI Yes WASHINGTON 31

DFCS REGION 7

Twin Cedars Youth Services (formerly Georgia Industrial Children's Home) - Campus of Twin Cedar Youth Service (4340) - CCI

Yes BIBB 333

Methodist Home for Children & Youth, The - Macon (754) - CCI Yes BIBB 229

Methodist Home for Children & Youth, The - STARS Program (753) - CCI Yes BIBB 233

DFCS REGION 6

Community Growth Children's Academy - (5169) - CCI Yes LAMAR 79

Embracing Arms - Jackson (5194) - CCI Yes BUTTS 95

Twin Cedars Youth Services - Bradfield Center (846) - CCI Yes TROUP 339

Georgia Baptist Children's Home & Family Ministries - Meansville Campus (666) - CCI

Yes PIKE 143

Georgia Baptist Children's Home & Family Ministries - dba Good Shepherd The (685) - CCI

Yes MERIWETHER 137

Kidspeace - Bowdon Residential Campus (715) - CCI Yes CARROLL 189

DFCS REGION 4

Youth Villages (Inner Harbour Campus) - Douglas Center: Girls (624) - CCI Yes DOUGLAS 373

Youth Villages (Inner Harbour Campus) - EXCEL Program: Boys (1027) - CCI Yes DOUGLAS 377

Ark Family Counseling Center, The - Ricky Homes/Dallas (569) - CCI Yes PAULDING 15

Family Choices - (5153) - CCI Yes DOUGLAS 119

Youth Villages (Inner Harbour Campus) - Douglasville: The Ranch Boys (711) - CCI Yes DOUGLAS 375

CHRIS Kids, Inc. - Douglas (598) - CCI Yes DOUGLAS 59

Murphy-Harpst Children's Centers - (770) - CCI Yes POLK 241

DFCS REGION 3

Appalachian Children's Emergency Shelter - (5167) - CCI Yes PICKENS 13

DFCS REGION 1

Appendix A - CCI Index by DFCS RegionProvider MWO? Site County Page




Vanessa's Place - (5162) - CCI Yes DEKALB 353

Little Debbie's Second Chance Home, Inc. - dba Ida's Cove III (5111) - CCI Yes DEKALB 203

Little Debbie's Second Chance Home, Inc. - (1042) - CCI Yes DEKALB 197

Wellspring Living, Inc. - (5168) - CCI Yes FULTON 367

Little Debbie's Second Chance Home, Inc. - Joseph Ladder (5133) - CCI Yes DEKALB 207

Agape Behavioral Healthcare, Inc. - (694) - CCI Yes DEKALB 7

Little Debbie's Second Chance Home, Inc. - (5207) - CCI Yes DEKALB 199

Vision Youth Services - Boys (5125) - CCI Yes DEKALB 359

Vision Youth Services - Girls (5124) - CCI Yes DEKALB 361

Georgia Baptist Children's Home & Family Ministries - Palmetto Campus (864) - CCI

Yes FULTON 145

CHRIS Kids, Inc. - Rock Shadow (617) - CCI Yes DEKALB 67

CHRIS Kids, Inc. - Fulton (601) - CCI Yes FULTON 63

CHRIS Kids, Inc. - Dekalb (597) - CCI Yes DEKALB 57

CHRIS Kids, Inc. - Stephenson (605) - CCI Yes DEKALB 71

CHRIS Kids, Inc. - Sherwood (604) - CCI Yes DEKALB 69

DFCS REGION 14

Testament Health & Counseling Services, LLC - Testament House (5197) - CCI Yes CLAYTON 315

CHRIS Kids, Inc. - Ellenwood (599) - CCI Yes CLAYTON 61

DFCS REGION 13

Marcella's Community Safe House - (5173) - CCI Yes BULLOCH 215

Caring and Sharing Home for Boys - (5191) - CCI Yes BULLOCH 33

Methodist Home for Children & Youth, The - dba St. Marys Group Home (750) - CCI Yes CAMDEN 225

Morningstar Children and Family Services - Morningstar Youth Estate Center-Residential Program (764) - CCI

Yes GLYNN 235

DFCS REGION 12

Methodist Home for Children & Youth, The - dba Valdosta Group Home (752) - CCI Yes LOWNDES 227

Behavioral Health Services of South GA - dba Lowndes C & A North Point Group Home (Valdosta) (866) - CCI

Yes LOWNDES 25

DFCS REGION 11

Vashti Center, The - (852) - CCI Yes THOMAS 357

DFCS REGION 10

Georgia Baptist Children's Home & Family Ministries - Baxley Campus (664) - CCI Yes APPLING 135

DFCS REGION 9

Mentoring Youth Services - (5122) - CCI Yes MUSCOGEE 217

Seeds of Excellence - (5154) - CCI Yes MACON 297

DFCS REGION 8





Ark Family Counseling Center, The - Ricky Homes/Powder Springs (570) - CCI Yes COBB 21

Devereux GA Treatment Network - MAAC Plus (5134) - CCI Yes COBB 85

CHRIS Kids, Inc. - Gwinnett (602) - CCI Yes GWINNETT 65

DFCS REGION 15

Ark Family Counseling Center, The - Ricky Homes/Decatur (571) - CCI Yes DEKALB 17

Ark Family Counseling Center, The - Ricky Homes/Lithonia (591) - CCI Yes DEKALB 19

DFCS REGION 14





Mentor Network - Mentor Augusta (737) - CPA COLUMBIA 481

ENA, Inc., dba NECCO (formerly GA SAFE) - Martinez (673) - CPA COLUMBIA 431

Benchmark Family Services, Inc - Augusta (5150) - CPA COLUMBIA 385

National Youth Advocate Program - Augusta (683) - CPA RICHMOND 501

DFCS REGION 7

Lookout Mountain Community Services Board - TREK Program/Forsyth (5146) - CPA

MONROE 463

ENA, Inc., dba NECCO (formerly GA SAFE) - Macon (675) - CPA HOUSTON 429

Benchmark Family Services, Inc - Macon (5176) - CPA BIBB 393

Mentor Network - Mentor Macon (740) - CPA BIBB 483

On The Path - (5209) - CPA HOUSTON 527

Methodist Home for Children & Youth, The - Macon - CPA Administrative Site (748) - CPA

BIBB 491

Meritan, Inc. d/b/a Meritan Stepping Stones - Macon (682) - CPA BIBB 489

DFCS REGION 6

Uniting Hope 4 Children - (5188) - CPA WALTON 537

All God's Children - (861) - CPA OCONEE 379

Mentor Network - Mentor Athens (734) - CPA OCONEE 477

DFCS REGION 5

Georgia Baptist Children's Home & Family Ministries - Fayette Program: Grace for Children (1024) - CPA

FAYETTE 441

Bloom Our Youth - (5208) - CPA FAYETTE 399

Twin Cedars Youth Services - Foster Care (932) - CPA TROUP 533

Lifeline Children's Services, Inc. - Lifeline Children's Services (5183) - CPA FAYETTE 455

DFCS REGION 4

Lookout Mountain Community Services Board - TREK Program/Cartersville (5199) - CPA

BARTOW 461

Goshen Valley Foundation - Goshen Homes (5200) - CPA CHEROKEE 449

Lutheran Services of Georgia - Lutheran of Rome (4381) - CPA FLOYD 471

Murphy-Harpst Children's Centers - Murphy-Harpst CPA (769) - CPA POLK 499

Meritan, Inc. d/b/a Meritan Stepping Stones - Cartersville (680) - CPA BARTOW 487

DFCS REGION 3

Lighthouse Therapeutic Foster Care - (727) - CPA CATOOSA 457

Lookout Mountain Community Services Board - TREK Program/Ft.Oglethorpe (876) - CPA

CATOOSA 465

DFCS REGION 1

Centerstone of Tennessee - (5203) - CPA Unknown 405

DFCS REGION

Appendix B - CPA Index by DFCS RegionProvider Site County Page




Bethany Christian Services - Atlanta (573) - CPA FULTON 395

DFCS REGION 14

Elks Aidmore Children's Center - Child Placing Agency (5120) - CPA ROCKDALE 421

Care4All Children Services, Inc. - College Park (5206) - CPA CLAYTON 401

Benchmark Family Services, Inc - (formerly Lifeway for Youth) (973) - CPA CLAYTON 383

ENA, Inc., dba NECCO (formerly GA SAFE) - Jonesboro (4289) - CPA CLAYTON 427

National Youth Placement Corp, Inc. - (5141) - CPA CLAYTON 505

Lighthouse Therapeutic Foster Care - Stockbridge (5186) - CPA HENRY 459

Georgia Hope, Inc. - Georgia Hope (5182) - CPA ROCKDALE 443

DFCS REGION 13

Methodist Home for Children and Youth, The - St. Marys Region (942) - CPA CAMDEN 493

Mentor Network - Mentor Savannah (742) - CPA CHATHAM 485

Morningstar Children and Family Services - Foster Care Services - Brunswick (765) - CPA

GLYNN 495

Universal Health Services of Savannah - Coastal Harbor Families (990) - CPA CHATHAM 539

Trinity J and D, LLC - Trinity J and D, LLC (980) - CPA CHATHAM 531

Lutheran Services of Georgia - Lutheran of Savannah (730) - CPA CHATHAM 473

ALR Family Services, Inc. - (5140) - CPA LIBERTY 381

Benchmark Family Services, Inc - Brunswick (5149) - CPA GLYNN 387

Faithbridge Foster Care - Brunswick (5185) - CPA GLYNN 435

DFCS REGION 12

Choices for Life Of GA - Valdosta (943) - CPA LOWNDES 409

Elks Aidmore Children's Center - Valdosta (5179) - CPA LOWNDES 423

DFCS REGION 11

ENA, Inc., dba NECCO (formerly GA SAFE) - Albany (672) - CPA DOUGHERTY 425

Lutheran Services of Georgia - Lutheran of Albany (731) - CPA DOUGHERTY 467

Mentor Network - Mentor Albany (733) - CPA DOUGHERTY 475

DFCS REGION 10

Benchmark Family Services, Inc - Columbus (5113) - CPA MUSCOGEE 389

Bethany Christian Services - Columbus (574) - CPA MUSCOGEE 397

New Horizons Community Services Board - New Horizons (877) - CPA MUSCOGEE 523

DFCS REGION 8

Neighbor to Family - Chatham County (4960) - CPA RICHMOND 507

Neighbor to Family - Richmond County (1034) - CPA RICHMOND 519

New Horizons Initiatives, Inc. - (968) - CPA RICHMOND 525

DFCS REGION 7





Care4All Children Services, Inc. - Lawrenceville (5147) - CPA GWINNETT 403

Benchmark Family Services, Inc - Lawrenceville (5112) - CPA GWINNETT 391

Creative Community Services - (612) - CPA GWINNETT 415

Eckerd Youth Alternatives - (5201) - CPA COBB 419

Devereux GA Treatment Network - Specialty Foster Care (621) - CPA COBB 417

DFCS REGION 15

Neighbor to Family - Douglas County (1033) - CPA DEKALB 511

Neighbor to Family - Fulton County (774) - CPA FULTON 513

National Youth Advocate Program - East Point (4389) - CPA DEKALB 503

Neighbor to Family - Dekalb County (1031) - CPA FULTON 509

Neighbor to Family - Gwinnett County (1032) - CPA DEKALB 515

Ray of Hope Foster Care, Inc. - (5189) - CPA FULTON 529

United Methodist Children Home of the North GA Conference - (847) - CPA DEKALB 535

Neighbor to Family - Henry County (1035) - CPA DEKALB 517

New Beginnings, Life Changing Network, Inc. - (979) - CPA FULTON 521

Multi-Agency Alliance for Children (MAAC) - Network of Approved Provider Agencies (767) - CPA

FULTON 497

Faithbridge Foster Care - Atlanta (974) - CPA FULTON 433

Families First - Foster Care Program (639) - CPA FULTON 437

Georgia Agape - (655) - CPA DEKALB 439

Childkind, Inc - (583) - CPA DEKALB 407

CHRIS Kids, Inc. - DBA: Gateway Foster Care (5166) - CPA FULTON 411

Community Connections - (586) - CPA DEKALB 413

Laurel Heights Hospital -Universal Health - Laurel Heights CPA (722) - CPA FULTON 453

Lutheran Services of Georgia - Lutheran of Atlanta (728) - CPA FULTON 469

Mentor Network - Mentor Atlanta (736) - CPA FULTON 479

Georgia Parent Support Network - (670) - CPA FULTON 445

Giving Children A Chance of Georgia - (981) - CPA FULTON 447

Hillside - Connections Program (700) - CPA FULTON 451

DFCS REGION 14


DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile Agape Behavioral Healthcare, Inc.(694) SiteAddress:

3830 Old Gordon Rd Atlanta, GA 30336

County: DEKALB (Region 14) Phone: 404-505-7619Admissions: 404-246-9045

[email protected] Hours: Ellouise Miller

404-246-9045Director:

LicenseType:

CCI Vendor ID:35410

Opened: 2004 SHINES Resource ID: 8000034OPM Team: Green Accreditation Status:N/A

Placements as of6/15/15Total Children: 8MAAC Children: 0Capacity: 5% Capacity: 160%

DHS Region & County

Performance Based PlacementScores (FY15)Q1: 81.12% (B-) Q2: 96.03% (A) Q3: 85.70% (B) Q4:

Program Designations RateAWO $132.85MWO $187.30

Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountChild Care Worker 13 Direct Care Supervisor 1Director 1 HSP (Human Services Professional) 3

Placement Types AcceptedDFCS custody

Program DescriptionThis Child Care Institution provides a safe, structured environmentfor the youth. Youth are given room, board and watchful oversightwhich include educational and medical services. Youth are allowed tocommunicate and visit with family members based on therecommendation of their casemanagers.

Counties Served: DEKALB

This profile is based on data entered by providers in GA+SCORE which is managed for The Office of ProviderManagement by Care Solutions, Inc. Visit the website at www.gascore.com. 1

DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile Population ServedMales: 12 y 0 m - 18 y 0 m Females not served Minimum IQ: 69

Age/IQ/Gender Notes:Males that fall in the average range of intellectural functioning. Scoresbetween 85 and 115 are considered to be in the average range

Youth Characteristics (a √ next to an item below indicates this program serves that type of youth) Autism√ Behavioral Issues - Mild√ Behavioral Issues - Moderate Behavioral Issues - Severe√ Delinquent Behaviors√ Developmentally Delayed√ Educational Issues - Mild√ Educational Issues - Moderate Educational Issues - Severe√ Emotional/Psychological Issues - Mild√ Emotional/Psychological Issues - Moderate Emotional/Psychological Issues - Severe Known/Suspected Marijuana Use

√ Medical Issues - Mild√ Medical Issues - Moderate Medical Issues - Severe Medically Fragile√ Oppositional/Defiant Behaviors Other Substance Use RAD Recent DJJ History Self-Injurious (Cutters) Sexual Abuse History Sexual Offenders Sexually Exploited Tobacco Use

Program ServicesCore Services/MRO Provider: N Turning PointPsychiatric Facility Affiliation: N

Specialty Programs (a √ next to an item below indicates this program offers that type of specialty program) Campus-Based Group Home√ Community-Based Group Home (6-8 Beds) Independent Living Locked/Secure Facility MAAC Partner Maternity Home Medically Fragile Outdoor Camp Parenting Support (2nd Chance) Transitional Living

Special Services (a √ next to an item below indicates this program offers that type of special service) Additional Respite to Caregivers Clothing Closet Educational Coordinator Father Engagement Program On-campus school√ Parent/Sibling Visitation Center/Room Transportation Services to Parents/Siblings for Visitation


DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile AMI Kids Savannah River (5161) SiteAddress:

626 Old River Road Sylvania, GA 30467

County: SCREVEN (Region 7) Phone: 912-829-5300Admissions:After Hours:Director:

LicenseType:

CCI Vendor ID:117807

Opened: SHINES Resource ID: 16839551OPM Team: Red Accreditation Status:N/A


DHS Region & County

Performance Based PlacementScores (FY15)Q1: N/A Q2: N/A Q3: N/A Q4:


Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountAdministrative Assistant 1 Child Care Worker 8Executive Director 1 HSP (Human Services Professional) 1Paraprofessional 1 Program Director 2Teacher 2

Placement Types Accepted Program Description

Counties Served: SCREVEN


DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile Population ServedNA NA Minimum IQ:

Age/IQ/Gender Notes:

Youth Characteristics (a √ next to an item below indicates this program serves that type of youth) Autism Behavioral Issues - Mild Behavioral Issues - Moderate Behavioral Issues - Severe Delinquent Behaviors Developmentally Delayed Educational Issues - Mild Educational Issues - Moderate Educational Issues - Severe Emotional/Psychological Issues - Mild Emotional/Psychological Issues - Moderate Emotional/Psychological Issues - Severe Known/Suspected Marijuana Use

Medical Issues - Mild Medical Issues - Moderate Medical Issues - Severe Medically Fragile Oppositional/Defiant Behaviors Other Substance Use RAD Recent DJJ History Self-Injurious (Cutters) Sexual Abuse History Sexual Offenders Sexually Exploited Tobacco Use

Program ServicesCore Services/MRO Provider: Psychiatric Facility Affiliation:

Specialty Programs (a √ next to an item below indicates this program offers that type of specialty program) Campus-Based Group Home Community-Based Group Home (6-8 Beds) Independent Living Locked/Secure Facility MAAC Partner Maternity Home Medically Fragile Outdoor Camp Parenting Support (2nd Chance) Transitional Living

Special Services (a √ next to an item below indicates this program offers that type of special service) Additional Respite to Caregivers Clothing Closet Educational Coordinator Father Engagement Program On-campus school Parent/Sibling Visitation Center/Room Transportation Services to Parents/Siblings for Visitation


DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile Appalachian Children's EmergencyShelter (5167) SiteAddress:

133 Cares Drive Jasper, GA 30143

County: PICKENS (Region 1) Phone: 706-253-2375Admissions:706889-2928

[email protected]:

Bernadette Macarthur706-889-2928

Director:

LicenseType:


Opened: 2014 SHINES Resource ID: 16835875OPM Team: Red Accreditation Status:N/A


DHS Region & County

Performance Based PlacementScores (FY15)Q1: 83.36% (B-) Q2: 88.87% (B+) Q3: 94.72% (A) Q4:

Program Designations RateBase $104.87AWO $132.85MWO $187.30



Program DescriptionEmergency Children's Shelter that can house up to eight children,both boys and girls. Provide supervision and services to children thathave experienced neglect or abuse. Children served are ages 12-17.

Counties Served: PICKENS


DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile Population ServedMales: 12 y 0 m - 18 y 0 m Females: 12 y 0 m - 18 y 0 m Minimum IQ: 70


Youth Characteristics (a √ next to an item below indicates this program serves that type of youth) Autism√ Behavioral Issues - Mild√ Behavioral Issues - Moderate Behavioral Issues - Severe√ Delinquent Behaviors Developmentally Delayed√ Educational Issues - Mild√ Educational Issues - Moderate Educational Issues - Severe√ Emotional/Psychological Issues - Mild√ Emotional/Psychological Issues - Moderate Emotional/Psychological Issues - Severe√ Known/Suspected Marijuana Use

Medical Issues - Mild Medical Issues - Moderate Medical Issues - Severe Medically Fragile√ Oppositional/Defiant Behaviors√ Other Substance Use RAD√ Recent DJJ History Self-Injurious (Cutters)√ Sexual Abuse History Sexual Offenders Sexually Exploited√ Tobacco Use

Program ServicesCore Services/MRO Provider: Psychiatric Facility Affiliation: Y Primarily Refer To: Georgia Hope


Special Services (a √ next to an item below indicates this program offers that type of special service) Additional Respite to Caregivers√ Clothing Closet√ Educational Coordinator Father Engagement Program On-campus school√ Parent/Sibling Visitation Center/Room√ Transportation Services to Parents/Siblings for Visitation Other: Tutoring program


DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile Ark Family Counseling Center, TheRicky Homes/Dallas (569) SiteAddress:

615 Brooks St. Dallas, GA 30157

County: PAULDING (Region 3) Phone: 770-593-0913Admissions:After Hours: Daino Deas

678.608-8674Director: Kelly Deas

[email protected]

LicenseType:

CCI Vendor ID:35231



DHS Region & County

Performance Based PlacementScores (FY15)Q1: 93.23% (A-) Q2: 97.95% (A+) Q3: 102.11% (A+) Q4:


Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountCEO 1 Director 1Executive Director 1 HSP (Human Services Professional) 2


Program DescriptionThe Ark Family Counseling Center opened Ricky Homes - Dallas in1999. Program Description: Our Residential Program is designed tobring help and hope to abused, neglected and abandoned children.Our program provides temporary shelter and supervision for childrenwho are victims of, or at risk of, abuse, neglect, or abandonment.We provide a safe, nurturing, home-like environment staffed byquality care providers and Residential House Parents. We workclosely with the Department of Family and Children Services, ORS,Provider's Management, Family members, CASA workers, schoolpersonnel and other stakeholders for the best collaborative servicesCounties Served: PAULDING


DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile Population ServedMales: 6 y 0 m - 21 y 11 m NA Minimum IQ: 65

Age/IQ/Gender Notes:This Facility services children and Adolscents from age 6 - 21. Weaccept children with a Minimal IQ of 65. However, all new intakes aresubject to a pre-screening that determines if placement is appropriate.This Facility services Males only.


√ Medical Issues - Mild√ Medical Issues - Moderate Medical Issues - Severe Medically Fragile√ Oppositional/Defiant Behaviors√ Other Substance Use RAD√ Recent DJJ History√ Self-Injurious (Cutters)√ Sexual Abuse History√ Sexual Offenders√ Sexually Exploited√ Tobacco Use

Program ServicesCore Services/MRO Provider: YPsychiatric Facility Affiliation: N


Special Services (a √ next to an item below indicates this program offers that type of special service)√ Additional Respite to Caregivers Clothing Closet Educational Coordinator Father Engagement Program On-campus school√ Parent/Sibling Visitation Center/Room√ Transportation Services to Parents/Siblings for Visitation Other: Wrap-Around Services are offered by our Agency.


DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile Ark Family Counseling Center, TheRicky Homes/Decatur (571) SiteAddress:

2580 S. Hairston Road Decatur, GA 30035

County: DEKALB (Region 14) Phone: 770-593-0913Admissions: 678.858.5303

[email protected] Hours: Daino Deas

678-608-8674Director: Kelly Deas

[email protected]

LicenseType:

CCI Vendor ID:35229



DHS Region & County

Performance Based PlacementScores (FY15)Q1: 86.76% (B) Q2: 98.16% (A+) Q3: 100.98% (A+) Q4:


Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountCEO 1 Director 1Executive Director 1 HSP (Human Services Professional) 2House Parent 3 Program Director 1


Program DescriptionThe Ark Family Counseling Center opened Ricky Homes - Decatur1995. Program Description: Our Residential Program is designed tobring help and hope to abused, neglected and abandoned children.Our program provides temporary shelter and supervision for childrenwho are victims of, or at risk of, abuse, neglect, or abandonment.We provide a safe, nurturing, home-like environment staffed byquality care providers and Residential House Parents. We workclosely with the Department of Family and Children Services, ORS,Provider's Management, Family members, CASA workers, schoolpersonnel and other stakeholders for the best collaborative servicesCounties Served: DEKALB


DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile Ark Family Counseling Center, TheRicky Homes/Lithonia (591) SiteAddress:

3383 Evans Mill Rd. Lithonia, GA 30038

County: DEKALB (Region 14) Phone: 770-593-0913Admissions: 678.858.5303


678.608-8674Director: Kelly Gibbs

[email protected]

LicenseType:

CCI Vendor ID:35228



DHS Region & County

Performance Based PlacementScores (FY15)Q1: 91.66% (A-) Q2: 105.64% (A+) Q3: 94.01% (A) Q4:


Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountCEO 1 Director 1HSP (Human Services Professional) 2 House Parent 4Program Director 1


Program DescriptionThe Ark Family Counseling Center opened Ricky Homes - Lithonia in2003. Program Description: Our Residential Program is designed tobring help and hope to abused, neglected and abandoned children.Our program provides temporary shelter and supervision for childrenwho are victims of, or at risk of, abuse, neglect, or abandonment.We provide a safe, nurturing, home-like environment staffed byquality care providers and Residential House Parents. We workclosely with the Department of Family and Children Services, ORS,Provider's Management, Family members, CASA workers, schoolpersonnel and other stakeholders for the best collaborative servicesCounties Served: DEKALB


DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile Ark Family Counseling Center, TheRicky Homes/Powder Springs (570) SiteAddress:

4330 Bridle Ct. Powder Springs, GA 30124

County: COBB (Region 15) Phone: 770-593-0913Admissions: 678.858.5303


678.608-8674Director: Kelly Gibbs

[email protected]

LicenseType:

CCI Vendor ID:35230



DHS Region & County

Performance Based PlacementScores (FY15)Q1: 109.63% (A+) Q2: 104.13% (A+) Q3: 109.59% (A+) Q4:


Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountCEO 1 Director 3HSP (Human Services Professional) 3


Program DescriptionThe Ark Family Counseling Center opened Ricky Homes - PowderSprings in 2000. Program Description: Our Residential Program isdesigned to bring help and hope to abused, neglected andabandoned children. Our program provides temporary shelter andsupervision for children who are victims of, or at risk of, abuse,neglect, or abandonment. We provide a safe, nurturing, home-likeenvironment staffed by quality care providers and Residential HouseParents. We work closely with the Department of Family andChildren Services, ORS, Provider's Management, Family members,CASA workers, school personnel and other stakeholders for the bestCounties Served: COBB


DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile Population ServedNA Females: 6 y 0 m - 21 y 11 m Minimum IQ: 65

Age/IQ/Gender Notes:This Facility services children and Adolscents from age 6 - 21. Weaccept children with a Minimal IQ of 65. However, all new intakes aresubject to a pre-screening that determines if placement is appropriate.This Facility services Females only.







DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile Broken Shackle Ranch (576) SiteAddress:

1542 Francis Bridge Rd. Davisboro, GA 31018

County: WASHINGTON (Region 7) Phone: 478-348-6555Admissions: 478-348-6555

[email protected] Hours: David Cobb

478-232-5324Director: Gary Cobb

[email protected]

LicenseType:

CCI Vendor ID:35252



DHS Region & County

Performance Based PlacementScores (FY15)Q1: 96.59% (A) Q2: 97.54% (A+) Q3: 100.23% (A+) Q4:


Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountAdministrative Assistant 1 Child Care Worker 9Director 1 HSP (Human Services Professional) 2Intake Worker 1 Medical Support Coordinator 1Paraprofessional 1 Program Director 1Supervisor 1 Teacher 2Vocational Skills Coordinator 4

Placement Types AcceptedDFCS custodyDFCS/DJJ joint custodyParental custody

Program DescriptionBroken Shackle Ranch serves young men ages 16-20 who need aloving, structured, Christian atmosphere in which to change andmature into responsible citizens. We offer a GED school andvocational training in automotive, welding, landscaping, carpentry,and construction. We offer groups in anger management, substanceabuse prevention, social skills, life skills, and self esteem. In additionwe have an ILP component in Augusta where students who havecompleted Broken Shackle can live in a home atmosphere,get a job,and go to college.

Counties Served: WASHINGTON



Age/IQ/Gender Notes:We have served students with an IQ of less than 69, but it is on anindividual basis and they must be able to follow instruction on the jobsite and in school.


√ Medical Issues - Mild√ Medical Issues - Moderate Medical Issues - Severe Medically Fragile√ Oppositional/Defiant Behaviors√ Other Substance Use√ RAD√ Recent DJJ History Self-Injurious (Cutters)√ Sexual Abuse History√ Sexual Offenders Sexually Exploited√ Tobacco Use

Program ServicesCore Services/MRO Provider: N Care Partners of GeorgiaPsychiatric Facility Affiliation: N

Specialty Programs (a √ next to an item below indicates this program offers that type of specialty program)√ Campus-Based Group Home Community-Based Group Home (6-8 Beds) Independent Living Locked/Secure Facility MAAC Partner Maternity Home Medically Fragile Outdoor Camp Parenting Support (2nd Chance) Transitional Living

Special Services (a √ next to an item below indicates this program offers that type of special service) Additional Respite to Caregivers Clothing Closet√ Educational Coordinator Father Engagement Program√ On-campus school Parent/Sibling Visitation Center/Room Transportation Services to Parents/Siblings for Visitation Other: On campus vocational program (certified)


DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile Caring and Sharing Home for Boys(5191) SiteAddress:

1769 Brook Run Drive Register, GA 30452

County: BULLOCH (Region 12) Phone: 912-852-7545Admissions: 912-618-9579

[email protected] Hours: Jemena Fields

912-618-9579Director: Anne Johnson

[email protected]

LicenseType:




DHS Region & County

Performance Based PlacementScores (FY15)Q1: N/A Q2: 69.42% (D+) Q3: 93.32% (A-) Q4:


Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountAdministrative Assistant 1 Child Care Worker 8Direct Care Supervisor 1 Director 1HSP (Human Services Professional) 1


Program DescriptionCaring & Sharing Home for Boys is a community-based program thatprovides residential care to youth who have intellectual and physicaldisabilities. We are a private, non-profit corporation that provideyouth with consistency, a safe environment and a loving, stablehome. We serve youth who may have been abused, neglected, andexploited. Most youth we serve have emotional or behavioralproblems which interfere with his or her ability to function in thefamily, school or community. Our program DOES NOT accept firestarters or youth whose mental health needs is beyond our scope ofpractice. Our program accepts youth designations of BWO, AWO andCounties Served: BULLOCH



Age/IQ/Gender Notes:Will accept sibling groups

Youth Characteristics (a √ next to an item below indicates this program serves that type of youth)√ Autism√ Behavioral Issues - Mild√ Behavioral Issues - Moderate Behavioral Issues - Severe Delinquent Behaviors√ Developmentally Delayed√ Educational Issues - Mild√ Educational Issues - Moderate Educational Issues - Severe√ Emotional/Psychological Issues - Mild√ Emotional/Psychological Issues - Moderate Emotional/Psychological Issues - Severe√ Known/Suspected Marijuana Use

√ Medical Issues - Mild√ Medical Issues - Moderate Medical Issues - Severe Medically Fragile√ Oppositional/Defiant Behaviors Other Substance Use√ RAD√ Recent DJJ History Self-Injurious (Cutters) Sexual Abuse History Sexual Offenders√ Sexually Exploited Tobacco Use

Program ServicesCore Services/MRO Provider: N Durden ConsultingPsychiatric Facility Affiliation: N




DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile CHRIS Kids, Inc. Dekalb (597) SiteAddress:

2914 Cocklebur Trail Decatur, GA 30334

County: DEKALB (Region 14) Phone: (404) 284-0109Admissions: 404-564-3420

[email protected] Hours: Cindy Simpson

770-823-2858Director: Kathy Colbenson

(404) [email protected]

LicenseType:

CCI Vendor ID:35278

Opened: 2001 SHINES Resource ID: 8000044OPM Team: Green Accreditation Status:COA


DHS Region & County


Program Designations RateMWO $218.36

Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountCEO 1 HSP (Human Services Professional) 1Intake Worker 1 Paraprofessional 11Program Director 1 Program Manager 1Supervisor 2


Program DescriptionThe DeKalb Home, licensed for ages 12-18, provides maximumroom, board, and watchful oversight services to male youth averageages of 14-18 at a suburban ranch home in North Decatur. The boysattend public school. CHRIS Kids, the corporate umbrella underwhich the group homes operate, also operates an outpatient MROclinic, the CHRIS Counseling Center, which provides CORE servicesto youth with severe emotional and co-occurring disorders. Theseservices, when selected by the custodian, are provided to youth atthe DeKalb home two times per weeek.




Age/IQ/Gender Notes:Age range is flexible depending upon the needs and presenting issuesof the youth, and the make-up of the home at any given time. 70 IQ isnot a rule out, but represents a threshold that at less than, that theintake department would look for adaptive assessment scores anddirect the focus of the interview on, among other things, the youth'sability to succeed in the programming.


√ Medical Issues - Mild Medical Issues - Moderate Medical Issues - Severe Medically Fragile√ Oppositional/Defiant Behaviors Other Substance Use RAD√ Recent DJJ History√ Self-Injurious (Cutters)√ Sexual Abuse History Sexual Offenders√ Sexually Exploited√ Tobacco Use

Program ServicesCore Services/MRO Provider: YPsychiatric Facility Affiliation: Y Primarily Refer To: CHRIS Kids Counseling Center


Special Services (a √ next to an item below indicates this program offers that type of special service) Additional Respite to Caregivers√ Clothing Closet Educational Coordinator Father Engagement Program On-campus school Parent/Sibling Visitation Center/Room√ Transportation Services to Parents/Siblings for Visitation Other: Mental Health Clubhouse ages 16-21 & All Trained staff in Trauma Informed Care and PYD


DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile CHRIS Kids, Inc. Douglas (598) SiteAddress:

3819 Chattahoochee Dr. Douglasville, GA 30135

County: DOUGLAS (Region 3) Phone: 404-942-1540Admissions: 404-564-3420


770-823-2858 Director: Kathy Colbenson

[email protected]

LicenseType:

CCI Vendor ID:35277



DHS Region & County

Performance Based PlacementScores (FY15)Q1: 100.28% (A+) Q2: 97.91% (A+) Q3: 87.75% (B+) Q4:


Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountCEO 1 Direct Care Supervisor 1HSP (Human Services Professional) 1 Intake Worker 1Paraprofessional 11 Program Director 1Program Manager 1 Supervisor 1


Program DescriptionThe Douglas Home, licensed for ages 12-18, is a 6 bed group homesfor males average ages 14-18, providing maximum room, board, andwatchful oversight services. The group home is a split-level homelocated in the suburban Douglasville area. CHRIS Kids also operatesan outpatient MRO clinic called CHRIS Counseling Center. TheCounseling Center provides comprehensive CORE services to RBWOyouth placed at the Douglas home two times per week, whenselected by custodian.

Counties Served: DOUGLAS



Age/IQ/Gender Notes:Age requirements may vary depending upon the specific make-up ofthe home at any given time. IQs of less than 70 may require adaptiveassessment scores. The interview would focus attention on the youth'sability to succeed in the programming.







DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile CHRIS Kids, Inc. Ellenwood (599) SiteAddress:

4489 Northwind Dr. Ellenwood, GA 30294

County: CLAYTON (Region 13) Phone: 404-212-5035Admissions: 404-564-3420



[email protected]

LicenseType:

CCI Vendor ID:35282



DHS Region & County

Performance Based PlacementScores (FY15)Q1: 89.69% (B+) Q2: 94.87% (A) Q3: 100.76% (A+) Q4:


Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountCEO 1 Direct Care Supervisor 1HSP (Human Services Professional) 1 Intake Worker 1Paraprofessional 8 Program Director 1Program Manager 1 Supervisor 1


Program DescriptionThe Ellenwood Home, licensed for ages 12-18, provides maximumroom, board, and watchful oversight services to male youth averageages 14-18. CHRIS Kids, the corporate umbrella under which thegroup homes operate, also operates an outpatient MRO clinic, theCHRIS Counseling Center, which provides CORE services to youthwith severe emotional and co-occurring disorders. These services,when selected by the custodian, are provided to youth at theEllenwood home twice per week.

Counties Served: CLAYTON


DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile CHRIS Kids, Inc. Fulton (601) SiteAddress:

3686 Calmer Circle East Point, GA 30344

County: FULTON (Region 14) Phone: (404) 768-4527Admissions: 404-564-3420



[email protected]

LicenseType:

CCI Vendor ID:35281



DHS Region & County



Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountCEO 1 Direct Care Supervisor 1HSP (Human Services Professional) 1 Intake Worker 1Paraprofessional 11 Program Director 1Program Manager 1


Program DescriptionThe Fulton Home, licensed for ages 12-18, provides maximum room,board, and watchful oversight services to male youth average ages15-18. CHRIS Kids, the corporate umbrella under which the grouphomes operate, also operates an outpatient MRO clinic, the CHRISCounseling Center, which provides CORE services to youth withsevere emotional and co-occurring disorders. These services, whenselected by the custodian, are coordinated for youth at the Fultonhome two times per week..

Counties Served: FULTON


DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile CHRIS Kids, Inc. Gwinnett (602) SiteAddress:

2552 Poplar St. Snellville, GA 30078

County: GWINNETT (Region 15) Phone: 770-978-3549Admissions: 404-564-3420



[email protected]

LicenseType:

CCI Vendor ID:35280



DHS Region & County

Performance Based PlacementScores (FY15)Q1: 97.45% (A+) Q2: 102.17% (A+) Q3: 95.98% (A) Q4:




Program DescriptionThe Gwinnett Home, licensed for ages 12-18, provides maximumroom, board, and watchful oversight services to male youth averageages 12-16 at a suburban split level home in Snellville. The boysattend public school. CHRIS Kids, the corporate umbrella underwhich the group homes operate, also operates an outpatient MROclinic, the CHRIS Counseling Center, which provides CORE servicesto youth with severe emotional and co-occurring disorders. Theseservices, when selected by the custodian, are provided to youth atthe Gwinnett home twice per week.

Counties Served: GWINNETT



Age/IQ/Gender Notes:Age ranges are flexible depending upon the presenting needs andstrengths of the youth and the make up of the youth already in thehome. IQ is not a rule out, but for you presenting with IQs less than 70the intake staff would require an adaptive scale score and would focuscarefully during the interview on the youth's ability to success in theprogramming.







DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile CHRIS Kids, Inc. Rock Shadow (617) SiteAddress:

568 Rock Shadow Ct. Stone Mountain, GA 30087




[email protected]

LicenseType:

CCI Vendor ID:53058



DHS Region & County

Performance Based PlacementScores (FY15)Q1: 96.29% (A) Q2: 95.41% (A) Q3: 97.99% (A+) Q4:




Program DescriptionThe Rock Shadow Home, licensed for ages 12-18, providesmaximum room board and watchful oversight services to femaleyouth average ages 12-16 at a suburban split level home in StoneMountain. The girls attend public school. CHRIS Kids, the corporateumbrella under which the group homes operate, also operates anoutpatient MRO clinic, the CHRIS Counseling Center, which providesCORE services to youth with severe emotional and co-occurringdisorders. These services, when selected by the custodian, areprovided to youth at the Rock Shadow home two times per week.




Age/IQ/Gender Notes:Age range is flexible depending upon the needs and presenting issuesof the youth, and the make-up of the home at any given time. 70 IQ isnot a rule out, but at less than that the intake department would lookfor adaptive assessment scores and the interview would focus on,among other things, the youth's ability to succeed in the programming.







DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile CHRIS Kids, Inc. Sherwood (604) SiteAddress:

569 Sherwood Greens Stone Mountain, GA 30087




[email protected]

LicenseType:

CCI Vendor ID:53060



DHS Region & County

Performance Based PlacementScores (FY15)Q1: 104.34% (A+) Q2: 98.86% (A+) Q3: 92.13% (A-) Q4:




Program DescriptionThe Sherwood Home, licensed for ages 12-18, provides maximumroom, board, and watchful oversight services to female youthaverage ages 15-18 at a suburban three level home in StoneMountain. The girls attend public school. CHRIS Kids, the corporateumbrella under which the group homes operate, also operates anoutpatient MRO clinic, the CHRIS Counseling Center, which providesCORE services to youth with severe emotional and co-occurringdisorders. These services, when selected by the custodian, areprovided to youth at the Sherwood home twice weekly.







Program ServicesCore Services/MRO Provider: YPsychiatric Facility Affiliation: Y Primarily Refer To:




DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile CHRIS Kids, Inc. Stephenson (605) SiteAddress:

505 Stephenson Rd. Stone Mountain, GA 30087




[email protected]

LicenseType:

CCI Vendor ID:53061

Opened: 2001 SHINES Resource ID: 8562432OPM Team: Green Accreditation Status:CARF


DHS Region & County

Performance Based PlacementScores (FY15)Q1: 92.37% (A-) Q2: 95.06% (A) Q3: 95.28% (A) Q4:




Program DescriptionThe Stephenson Home, licensed for ages 12-18, provides maximumroom, board, and watchful oversight services to male youth averageages 14-18 at a suburban two story home in Stone Mountain. Theboys attend public school. CHRIS Kids, the corporate umbrella underwhich the group homes operate, also operates an outpatient MROclinic, the CHRIS Counseling Center, which provides CORE servicesto youth with severe emotional and co-occurring disorders. Theseservices, when selected by the custodian, are provided to youth atthe Stephenson home twice weekly.



DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile Community Growth Children'sAcademy (5169) SiteAddress:

344 Roberts Road Barnesville, GA 30204

County: LAMAR (Region 4) Phone: 770-584-6276Admissions: 770-584-6276

[email protected] Hours: Kasie Evans

770-358-4745Director: Rosa Evans

[email protected]

LicenseType:




DHS Region & County

Performance Based PlacementScores (FY15)Q1: 86.86% (B) Q2: 77.85% (C+) Q3: 89.21% (B+) Q4:


Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountDirector 1 HSP (Human Services Professional) 1House Parent 15


Program DescriptionCommunity Growth Children's Academy provides (MWO) MaximumWatchful Oversight to Boys only, ages 7-17. Community Growth willprovide services with the highest level of care, support, guidanceand understanding. Our boys are nurtured in a caring and goalcentered environment. They obtain skills through in-home and out ofthe home workshops, developmental and therapeutic training,counseling, tutoring, mentoring and educational services. CommunityGrowth children’s Academy also specialized in long term care.

Counties Served: LAMAR


DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile Population ServedMales: 7 y 0 m - 17 y 11 m Females not served Minimum IQ:


Youth Characteristics (a √ next to an item below indicates this program serves that type of youth)√ Autism√ Behavioral Issues - Mild√ Behavioral Issues - Moderate√ Behavioral Issues - Severe√ Delinquent Behaviors√ Developmentally Delayed√ Educational Issues - Mild√ Educational Issues - Moderate Educational Issues - Severe√ Emotional/Psychological Issues - Mild√ Emotional/Psychological Issues - Moderate√ Emotional/Psychological Issues - Severe√ Known/Suspected Marijuana Use

√ Medical Issues - Mild Medical Issues - Moderate Medical Issues - Severe Medically Fragile√ Oppositional/Defiant Behaviors√ Other Substance Use RAD√ Recent DJJ History Self-Injurious (Cutters)√ Sexual Abuse History Sexual Offenders Sexually Exploited Tobacco Use

Program ServicesCore Services/MRO Provider: N Underdue Social Services Inc.Psychiatric Facility Affiliation: N




DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile Devereux GA Treatment NetworkMAAC Plus (5134) SiteAddress:

1291 Stanley Road Kennesaw, GA 30512

County: COBB (Region 15) Phone: 678-303-5200Admissions: 678-303-5200

[email protected] Hours: Administrator On Call

770-891-7892Director: Gwendolyn Skinner

[email protected]

LicenseType:


Opened: 2012 SHINES Resource ID: 16833875OPM Team: Green Accreditation Status: JCAHO


DHS Region & County

Performance Based PlacementScores (FY15)Q1: 90.76% (A-) Q2: 89.36% (B+) Q3: 95.59% (A) Q4:


Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountAdministrative Assistant 1 Child Care Worker 27Executive Director 1 HSP (Human Services Professional) 2Program Manager 1 Supervisor 2

Placement Types AcceptedDFCS custodyDFCS/DJJ joint custody

Program DescriptionMAAC PLUS serves male and female clients between the ages of 14and 18 who are in need of maximum room, board and watchfuloversight level of care services. MAAC PLUS provides services thatinclude an on-site school and other intensive support services notprovided in a less restrictive community based maximum room andboard watchful oversight program or a lower level program. Ingeneral, clients will have a current mental health diagnosis andpresent behaviors that are not conducive to being placed in a lessrestrictive community based program. Clients are accepted based ontheir appropriateness for the type and level of supervision availableCounties Served: COBB




Youth Characteristics (a √ next to an item below indicates this program serves that type of youth) Autism√ Behavioral Issues - Mild√ Behavioral Issues - Moderate Behavioral Issues - Severe√ Delinquent Behaviors√ Developmentally Delayed√ Educational Issues - Mild√ Educational Issues - Moderate√ Educational Issues - Severe√ Emotional/Psychological Issues - Mild√ Emotional/Psychological Issues - Moderate√ Emotional/Psychological Issues - Severe√ Known/Suspected Marijuana Use

√ Medical Issues - Mild√ Medical Issues - Moderate Medical Issues - Severe Medically Fragile√ Oppositional/Defiant Behaviors√ Other Substance Use√ RAD√ Recent DJJ History Self-Injurious (Cutters)√ Sexual Abuse History Sexual Offenders√ Sexually Exploited√ Tobacco Use

Program ServicesCore Services/MRO Provider: N CHRIS KidsPsychiatric Facility Affiliation: Y Primarily Refer To: Devereux

Specialty Programs (a √ next to an item below indicates this program offers that type of specialty program)√ Campus-Based Group Home Community-Based Group Home (6-8 Beds) Independent Living Locked/Secure Facility√ MAAC Partner Maternity Home Medically Fragile Outdoor Camp Parenting Support (2nd Chance) Transitional Living

Special Services (a √ next to an item below indicates this program offers that type of special service) Additional Respite to Caregivers Clothing Closet Educational Coordinator Father Engagement Program√ On-campus school√ Parent/Sibling Visitation Center/Room√ Transportation Services to Parents/Siblings for Visitation


DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile Embracing Arms Jackson (5194) SiteAddress:

168 Evans Road Jackson, GA 30233

County: BUTTS (Region 4) Phone: 770-389-9886Admissions: 678-900-8225

[email protected] Hours: Lakendra Baker

404-784-3753Director: Kimberly Underdue

[email protected]

LicenseType:




DHS Region & County

Performance Based PlacementScores (FY15)Q1: N/A Q2: 95.63% (A) Q3: 85.33% (B) Q4:


Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountAdministrative Assistant 1 Child Care Worker 7Direct Care Supervisor 1 HSP (Human Services Professional) 1Program Director 1 Program Manager 1


Program DescriptionEmbracing Arms Butts County is an all Male Maximum WatchfulOversight Facility for Males ages 12-17. Youth are connected totherapeutic and educational services. Youth are connected toemployment and volunteer opportunities. Family connections andvisitation is encouraged and supported. Youth are also exposed toskills that provide hands on experience to support independent living.

Counties Served: BUTTS




Youth Characteristics (a √ next to an item below indicates this program serves that type of youth) Autism Behavioral Issues - Mild√ Behavioral Issues - Moderate Behavioral Issues - Severe Delinquent Behaviors Developmentally Delayed Educational Issues - Mild√ Educational Issues - Moderate Educational Issues - Severe Emotional/Psychological Issues - Mild√ Emotional/Psychological Issues - Moderate Emotional/Psychological Issues - Severe√ Known/Suspected Marijuana Use

Medical Issues - Mild Medical Issues - Moderate Medical Issues - Severe Medically Fragile√ Oppositional/Defiant Behaviors√ Other Substance Use RAD√ Recent DJJ History Self-Injurious (Cutters) Sexual Abuse History Sexual Offenders Sexually Exploited Tobacco Use

Program ServicesCore Services/MRO Provider: N Underdue Social ServicesPsychiatric Facility Affiliation: Y Primarily Refer To: Anchor Hospital/ Crescent Pines


Special Services (a √ next to an item below indicates this program offers that type of special service) Additional Respite to Caregivers Clothing Closet Educational Coordinator Father Engagement Program On-campus school Parent/Sibling Visitation Center/Room√ Transportation Services to Parents/Siblings for Visitation


DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile Family Choices (5153) SiteAddress:

6345 Queens Road Douglasville, GA 30135

County: DOUGLAS (Region 3) Phone: 404-474-2064Admissions: 404-694-0036

[email protected] Hours: Tasha Kennedy

770-656-5302Director:

LicenseType:

CCI Vendor ID:54024



DHS Region & County

Performance Based PlacementScores (FY15)Q1: 84.05% (B) Q2: 100.56% (A+) Q3: 105.97% (A+) Q4:


Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountChild Care Worker 6 Director 1HSP (Human Services Professional) 1


Program DescriptionFamily Choices, Inc. is a residential community based (CCI) providerwho offers Maximum Watchful Oversight Services (including PRTFstep-downs). The facility has capacity for 6 female youth ages 11-17yrs old. Our primary goal is to give residents the stability, security,and normalcy of a home-like setting while providing therapeuticinterventions that will help address behavioral problems, promoteself-awareness and restore young women to an optimal level offunctioning. The program teaches residents decision-making skills,improves problem solving & coping skills and develops personalresponsibility. Residents have an individual treatment plan that isCounties Served: DOUGLAS


DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile Population ServedMales not served Females: 11 y 0 m - 17 y 11 m Minimum IQ: 70



Medical Issues - Mild Medical Issues - Moderate Medical Issues - Severe Medically Fragile√ Oppositional/Defiant Behaviors√ Other Substance Use√ RAD√ Recent DJJ History Self-Injurious (Cutters)√ Sexual Abuse History Sexual Offenders Sexually Exploited√ Tobacco Use

Program ServicesCore Services/MRO Provider: N Family Ties Inc.Psychiatric Facility Affiliation: N




DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile Georgia Baptist Children's Home &Family Ministries Baxley Campus(664) SiteAddress:

9420 Blackshear Hwy. Baxley, GA 31513

County: APPLING (Region 9) Phone: 912-367-6691Admissions:

[email protected] Hours: on call supervisor

912-367-6691Director: James Harper


LicenseType:

CCI Vendor ID:35359

Opened: SHINES Resource ID: 8507289OPM Team: Red Accreditation Status:COA


DHS Region & County

Performance Based PlacementScores (FY15)Q1: 92.75% (A-) Q2: 96.76% (A) Q3: 97.65% (A+) Q4:


Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountAdministrative Assistant 1 Child Care Worker 35HSP (Human Services Professional) 3 Intake Worker 1President 1 Program Director 3Program Manager 1


Program DescriptionGeorgia Baptist Children's Homes and Family Ministries is a Christiancaring ministry whose services are designed to promote the spiritual,physical and emotional well-being of children, youth and families. Asone of the oldest and largest providers of residential care andcounseling services in Georgia, our ministries reach beyond thetragedies of life to help families and children in desperate need oflove, support and healing. Age: 6-17 Sex: Male & Female Eligibility:Children must be physically and emotionally able to accept groupliving in a cottage of 8-10 children. Residents must attend publicschool and should have at least borderline intelligence (minimum FullCounties Served: APPLING




Youth Characteristics (a √ next to an item below indicates this program serves that type of youth) Autism√ Behavioral Issues - Mild√ Behavioral Issues - Moderate Behavioral Issues - Severe√ Delinquent Behaviors Developmentally Delayed√ Educational Issues - Mild√ Educational Issues - Moderate Educational Issues - Severe√ Emotional/Psychological Issues - Mild√ Emotional/Psychological Issues - Moderate Emotional/Psychological Issues - Severe Known/Suspected Marijuana Use

Medical Issues - Mild Medical Issues - Moderate Medical Issues - Severe Medically Fragile√ Oppositional/Defiant Behaviors Other Substance Use√ RAD√ Recent DJJ History Self-Injurious (Cutters) Sexual Abuse History√ Sexual Offenders Sexually Exploited Tobacco Use

Program ServicesCore Services/MRO Provider: YPsychiatric Facility Affiliation:

Specialty Programs (a √ next to an item below indicates this program offers that type of specialty program)√ Campus-Based Group Home Community-Based Group Home (6-8 Beds) Independent Living√ Locked/Secure Facility√ MAAC Partner Maternity Home Medically Fragile Outdoor Camp Parenting Support (2nd Chance) Transitional Living

Special Services (a √ next to an item below indicates this program offers that type of special service) Additional Respite to Caregivers Clothing Closet Educational Coordinator Father Engagement Program√ On-campus school Parent/Sibling Visitation Center/Room Transportation Services to Parents/Siblings for Visitation


DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile Georgia Baptist Children's Home &Family Ministries dba Good ShepherdThe (685) SiteAddress:

390 Bar Rest Ranch Road Warm Springs, GA 31830

County: MERIWETHER (Region 4) Phone: 706-655-2354Admissions: (770) 463-3800

[email protected] Hours: Jamey Grover



LicenseType:

CCI Vendor ID:35364

Opened: 2007 SHINES Resource ID: 8507314OPM Team: Red Accreditation Status:COA


DHS Region & County

Performance Based PlacementScores (FY15)Q1: 82.77% (B-) Q2: 105.23% (A+) Q3: 106.50% (A+) Q4:


Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountActivities & Recreation Coordinator 1 Child Care Worker 9HSP (Human Services Professional) 1 Intake Worker 1President 1 Program Director 1

Placement Types AcceptedDFCS custodyDFCS/DJJ joint custodyEmancipatedParental custody

Program DescriptionFarm based residential program providing 20 male residents, age13-17 a behavioral system that works for at-risk youth. Using theequine program and the farm setting to help build relationships toteach young men how to be responsible for their actions andbehaviors. Counseling is provided. There are 2 active cottages oncampus: Able House- 20 capacity & Meriwether House - 12 capacity.On campus accredited school is provided.

Counties Served: MERIWETHER




Youth Characteristics (a √ next to an item below indicates this program serves that type of youth) Autism√ Behavioral Issues - Mild√ Behavioral Issues - Moderate Behavioral Issues - Severe√ Delinquent Behaviors√ Developmentally Delayed√ Educational Issues - Mild√ Educational Issues - Moderate Educational Issues - Severe√ Emotional/Psychological Issues - Mild√ Emotional/Psychological Issues - Moderate Emotional/Psychological Issues - Severe√ Known/Suspected Marijuana Use

√ Medical Issues - Mild Medical Issues - Moderate Medical Issues - Severe Medically Fragile√ Oppositional/Defiant Behaviors√ Other Substance Use√ RAD√ Recent DJJ History√ Self-Injurious (Cutters)√ Sexual Abuse History√ Sexual Offenders√ Sexually Exploited√ Tobacco Use



Special Services (a √ next to an item below indicates this program offers that type of special service)√ Additional Respite to Caregivers Clothing Closet Educational Coordinator Father Engagement Program√ On-campus school Parent/Sibling Visitation Center/Room Transportation Services to Parents/Siblings for Visitation Other: recreational equine services


DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile Georgia Baptist Children's Home &Family Ministries Meansville Campus(666) SiteAddress:

1508 Hwy. 19 S. Meansville, GA 30256

County: PIKE (Region 4) Phone: 770-567-8987Admissions: (770) 463-3800

[email protected] Hours: Kainita Taylor



LicenseType:

CCI Vendor ID:35370



DHS Region & County



Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountChild Care Worker 13 Director 2HSP (Human Services Professional) 1 House Parent 1Intake Worker 1 President 1Program Manager 1


Program DescriptionDFCS, DJJ, family members and clergy refer residents. Reasons forplacement range from sexual abuse, to abandonment, to unruly. Weprovide RBWO to the residents. We provide transportation andsupport for medical, psychological, and psychiatric services.

Counties Served: PIKE


DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile Population ServedMales: 12 y 0 m - 17 y 11 m Females: 12 y 0 m - 17 y 11 m Minimum IQ:

Age/IQ/Gender Notes:MWO program to serve the needs of dually diagnosed (developmentaldisability/mental health diagnosis) youth ages 12-17. Targetedpopulation- Youth with an IQ below 70 and/or an Autism SpectrumDiagnosis.

Youth Characteristics (a √ next to an item below indicates this program serves that type of youth)√ Autism√ Behavioral Issues - Mild√ Behavioral Issues - Moderate Behavioral Issues - Severe√ Delinquent Behaviors√ Developmentally Delayed√ Educational Issues - Mild√ Educational Issues - Moderate Educational Issues - Severe√ Emotional/Psychological Issues - Mild√ Emotional/Psychological Issues - Moderate Emotional/Psychological Issues - Severe√ Known/Suspected Marijuana Use

Medical Issues - Mild Medical Issues - Moderate Medical Issues - Severe Medically Fragile√ Oppositional/Defiant Behaviors Other Substance Use√ RAD√ Recent DJJ History√ Self-Injurious (Cutters)√ Sexual Abuse History Sexual Offenders Sexually Exploited√ Tobacco Use



Special Services (a √ next to an item below indicates this program offers that type of special service) Additional Respite to Caregivers√ Clothing Closet Educational Coordinator Father Engagement Program On-campus school Parent/Sibling Visitation Center/Room Transportation Services to Parents/Siblings for Visitation


DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile Georgia Baptist Children's Home &Family Ministries Palmetto Campus(864) SiteAddress:

9250 Hutcheson Ferry Rd. Palmetto, GA 30268

County: FULTON (Region 14) Phone: (770)463-3344Admissions: (770) 463-3800

[email protected] Hours: Kimber Scott

(770) 463-3800Director: James Harper


LicenseType:

CCI Vendor ID:35366



DHS Region & County

Performance Based PlacementScores (FY15)Q1: 92.33% (A-) Q2: 92.67% (A-) Q3: 100.98% (A+) Q4:


Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountUnassigned 1 Administrative Assistant 2Case Manager 1 Child Care Worker 43Director 2 HSP (Human Services Professional) 2Intake Worker 1 President 1Program Director 2


Program DescriptionGeorgia Baptist Children's Homes and Family Ministries, PalmettoCampus, offers a variety of programs: 1. [MWO] -- DAC Program--for youth with significiant emotional and behavioral needs. DACcottages may have up to 12 residents per cottage. Some bedroomshave private baths. DAC residents attend the on-campus school,AMEC, and participate in campus activities. Residents receivecounseling/therapy services at the campus Counseling Center. 2.[MWO] -- Victory Program. The Victory program serves adolescentfemales who have been victimized through commercial sexualexploitation. Victory residents participate in therapeutic groups,Counties Served: FULTON




Youth Characteristics (a √ next to an item below indicates this program serves that type of youth) Autism√ Behavioral Issues - Mild√ Behavioral Issues - Moderate√ Behavioral Issues - Severe Delinquent Behaviors Developmentally Delayed√ Educational Issues - Mild√ Educational Issues - Moderate√ Educational Issues - Severe√ Emotional/Psychological Issues - Mild√ Emotional/Psychological Issues - Moderate√ Emotional/Psychological Issues - Severe Known/Suspected Marijuana Use

√ Medical Issues - Mild Medical Issues - Moderate Medical Issues - Severe Medically Fragile√ Oppositional/Defiant Behaviors Other Substance Use√ RAD√ Recent DJJ History√ Self-Injurious (Cutters)√ Sexual Abuse History Sexual Offenders√ Sexually Exploited Tobacco Use


Specialty Programs (a √ next to an item below indicates this program offers that type of specialty program)√ Campus-Based Group Home Community-Based Group Home (6-8 Beds) Independent Living√ Locked/Secure Facility√ MAAC Partner Maternity Home Medically Fragile Outdoor Camp Parenting Support (2nd Chance) Transitional Living

Special Services (a √ next to an item below indicates this program offers that type of special service) Additional Respite to Caregivers√ Clothing Closet√ Educational Coordinator√ Father Engagement Program√ On-campus school√ Parent/Sibling Visitation Center/Room√ Transportation Services to Parents/Siblings for Visitation Other: Sexually exploited females


DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile Guardian Home of Hope, Inc. (5187)*Suspended*SiteAddress:

4290 Valley Crest Drive Columbus, GA 31907

County: MUSCOGEE (Region 8) Phone: 762-821-2303Admissions: 7063153519

[email protected] Hours: Vanessa Miller

7063153519Director: Stephani Flowers

[email protected]

LicenseType:




DHS Region & County

Performance Based PlacementScores (FY15)Q1: N/A Q2: 80.15% (B-) Q3: 101.39% (A+) Q4:


Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountAdministrative Assistant 1 CEO 1Child Care Worker 6 Direct Care Supervisor 1HSP (Human Services Professional) 1 Program Director 1


Program DescriptionMWO facility that house females ages 12-18 years of age. We offertutoring, anger management, CSI, Counseling services, communityinvolvement, Independent living classes, etc.

Counties Served: MUSCOGEE


DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile Population ServedMales not served Females: 12 y 0 m - 18 y 0 m Minimum IQ:


Youth Characteristics (a √ next to an item below indicates this program serves that type of youth) Autism√ Behavioral Issues - Mild√ Behavioral Issues - Moderate√ Behavioral Issues - Severe√ Delinquent Behaviors Developmentally Delayed√ Educational Issues - Mild√ Educational Issues - Moderate Educational Issues - Severe√ Emotional/Psychological Issues - Mild√ Emotional/Psychological Issues - Moderate Emotional/Psychological Issues - Severe√ Known/Suspected Marijuana Use

√ Medical Issues - Mild Medical Issues - Moderate Medical Issues - Severe Medically Fragile√ Oppositional/Defiant Behaviors Other Substance Use RAD√ Recent DJJ History√ Self-Injurious (Cutters)√ Sexual Abuse History Sexual Offenders Sexually Exploited Tobacco Use

Program ServicesCore Services/MRO Provider: N Ultimate Support ServicesPsychiatric Facility Affiliation: N




DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile Kidspeace Bowdon ResidentialCampus (715) SiteAddress:

101 Kidspeace Dr. Bowdon, GA 30108

County: CARROLL (Region 4) Phone: 770-437-7200Admissions: 770-437-7202

[email protected] Hours: On-Campus Cell

404-788-8495Director: Scott Merritt

[email protected]

LicenseType:

CCI Vendor ID:35437



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Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountChild Care Worker 36 Direct Care Supervisor 5Executive Director 1 HSP (Human Services Professional) 4Intake Worker 1 Program Manager 1


Program DescriptionThe KidsPeace National Centers of Georgia provides Room, BoardWatchful Oversight (RBWO) services to both theemotional/behavioral health and sexual disorders population. Theprogram treats males and females ranging in age from 12 to 17years who are willing to engage in treatment and ready to makechanges in their behavior. Often these kids are ready to step downfrom a higher level hospitalization, need more intensive services thanwhat the community can provide, possess emotional and/orbehavioral management problems, etc. KidsPeace Georgia featuresself-contained, staff-secure, 24-hour care for clients requiringCounties Served: CARROLL



Age/IQ/Gender Notes:A client can remain in treatment after they reach the age of 18 if theyadmitted prior to turning 18. KidsPeace will consider admitting a clientyounger than 12 if the appropriate approvals are recieved from theLegal Guardian and if the client can be treated safely on the unit.


√ Medical Issues - Mild√ Medical Issues - Moderate Medical Issues - Severe Medically Fragile√ Oppositional/Defiant Behaviors√ Other Substance Use√ RAD√ Recent DJJ History√ Self-Injurious (Cutters)√ Sexual Abuse History√ Sexual Offenders√ Sexually Exploited√ Tobacco Use


Specialty Programs (a √ next to an item below indicates this program offers that type of specialty program) Campus-Based Group Home Community-Based Group Home (6-8 Beds) Independent Living√ Locked/Secure Facility MAAC Partner Maternity Home Medically Fragile Outdoor Camp Parenting Support (2nd Chance) Transitional Living

Special Services (a √ next to an item below indicates this program offers that type of special service) Additional Respite to Caregivers Clothing Closet√ Educational Coordinator Father Engagement Program√ On-campus school Parent/Sibling Visitation Center/Room Transportation Services to Parents/Siblings for Visitation


DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile Little Debbie's Second Chance Home,Inc. (1042) SiteAddress:

5224 Shawn Lane Stone Mountain, GA 30088


[email protected] Hours: Lakisha Stiggers

770-912-3742Director: Lakisha Stiggers

[email protected]

LicenseType:

CCI Vendor ID:73965



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Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountChild Care Worker 8 Clinical Director 1Coordinator of Educational Services 1 Director 1HSP (Human Services Professional) 1 Nurse 1Quality Assurance Administrator 1


Program DescriptionLittle Debbie’s Second Chance Home, MWO(LDSCH) is an MaxiumWatchful Oversight program for young men between the ages of13-18. Our program comes equipped with several componentsclinical, educational and life skills. LDSCH offers all residents COREservices which include; individual and group counseling andcommunity support. With the ability to manage our clinical staff,LDSCH is able to track progress and make modifications to treatmentgoals. Also, we are committed to aligning our program with thecommissioner’s educational targets, hence we have identified a staffmember as Educational director to track, monitor and support allCounties Served: DEKALB




Youth Characteristics (a √ next to an item below indicates this program serves that type of youth) Autism√ Behavioral Issues - Mild√ Behavioral Issues - Moderate√ Behavioral Issues - Severe√ Delinquent Behaviors Developmentally Delayed√ Educational Issues - Mild√ Educational Issues - Moderate√ Educational Issues - Severe√ Emotional/Psychological Issues - Mild√ Emotional/Psychological Issues - Moderate√ Emotional/Psychological Issues - Severe√ Known/Suspected Marijuana Use


Program ServicesCore Services/MRO Provider: YPsychiatric Facility Affiliation: Y Primarily Refer To: Avenia Behavioral Management


Special Services (a √ next to an item below indicates this program offers that type of special service) Additional Respite to Caregivers Clothing Closet√ Educational Coordinator Father Engagement Program√ On-campus school√ Parent/Sibling Visitation Center/Room√ Transportation Services to Parents/Siblings for Visitation Other: GED prep


DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile Little Debbie's Second Chance Home,Inc. (5207) SiteAddress:

4098 DePawn Way Decatur, GA 30032

County: DEKALB (Region 14) Phone: 404-296-1311Admissions:After Hours:Director:

LicenseType:


Opened: SHINES Resource ID: 16855273OPM Team: Accreditation Status:N/A


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Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff Count




DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile Little Debbie's Second Chance Home,Inc. dba Ida's Cove III (5111) SiteAddress:

994 Millard Road Stone Mountain, GA 30088

County: DEKALB (Region 14) Phone: 770-879-0432Admissions:After Hours: Youlanda White


[email protected]

LicenseType:

CCI Vendor ID:90547



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Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountChild Care Worker 8 Coordinator of Educational Services 1Director 1 HSP (Human Services Professional) 1Nurse 1 Program Manager 1


Program DescriptionIda's Cove is a therapeutic residential MWO program for youngwomen between the ages of 12-18. Our program comes equippedwith several components clinical, educational and life skills. LDSCHoffers all residents CORE services which include; individual and groupcounseling and community support. With the ability to manage ourclinical staff, LDSCH is able to track progress and make modificationsto treatment goals.





Youth Characteristics (a √ next to an item below indicates this program serves that type of youth) Autism√ Behavioral Issues - Mild√ Behavioral Issues - Moderate√ Behavioral Issues - Severe√ Delinquent Behaviors Developmentally Delayed√ Educational Issues - Mild√ Educational Issues - Moderate√ Educational Issues - Severe√ Emotional/Psychological Issues - Mild√ Emotional/Psychological Issues - Moderate Emotional/Psychological Issues - Severe√ Known/Suspected Marijuana Use


Program ServicesCore Services/MRO Provider: YPsychiatric Facility Affiliation: Y Primarily Refer To: Avenia Behavioral management


Special Services (a √ next to an item below indicates this program offers that type of special service) Additional Respite to Caregivers Clothing Closet√ Educational Coordinator Father Engagement Program On-campus school√ Parent/Sibling Visitation Center/Room√ Transportation Services to Parents/Siblings for Visitation Other: on-site GED


DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile Little Debbie's Second Chance Home,Inc. Joseph Ladder (5133) SiteAddress:

411 Rays Road Stone Mountain, GA 30088

County: DEKALB (Region 14) Phone: 404-296-1311Admissions: 4047046693After Hours: Prophet


[email protected]

LicenseType:




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Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountChild Care Worker 8 Clinical Director 1Coordinator of Educational Services 1 Executive Director 1HSP (Human Services Professional) 1 Nurse 1


Program DescriptionLittle Debbie’s Second Chance Home, ILP (LDSCH) is an independentliving program for young MWO & AWO men between the ages of13-18. Our program comes equipped with several componentsclinical, educational and life skills. LDSCH offers all residents COREservices which include; individual and group counseling andcommunity support. With the ability to manage our clinical staff,LDSCH is able to track progress and make modifications to treatmentgoals. Also, we are committed to aligning our program with thecommissioner’s educational targets, hence we have identified a staffmember as Educational director to track, monitor and support allCounties Served: DEKALB





√ Medical Issues - Mild√ Medical Issues - Moderate√ Medical Issues - Severe Medically Fragile√ Oppositional/Defiant Behaviors√ Other Substance Use√ RAD√ Recent DJJ History√ Self-Injurious (Cutters)√ Sexual Abuse History√ Sexual Offenders√ Sexually Exploited√ Tobacco Use

Program ServicesCore Services/MRO Provider: YPsychiatric Facility Affiliation: Y Primarily Refer To: Avenia Behavioral Management


Special Services (a √ next to an item below indicates this program offers that type of special service) Additional Respite to Caregivers Clothing Closet√ Educational Coordinator Father Engagement Program On-campus school√ Parent/Sibling Visitation Center/Room√ Transportation Services to Parents/Siblings for Visitation


DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile Marcella's Community Safe House(5173) SiteAddress:

128 Shuman Road Statesboro, GA 30461

County: BULLOCH (Region 12) Phone: 912-587-7496Admissions: 912-687-0309

[email protected] Hours: Alexis Parker-Roberson

478-494-6625Director: Marcella Dickerson-Jones

[email protected]

LicenseType:




DHS Region & County

Performance Based PlacementScores (FY15)Q1: 74.02% (C) Q2: 88.61% (B+) Q3: 83.98% (B-) Q4:




Program DescriptionIn addition to RBWO we provide an environment for girls ages 6 to18 years old in which activities are therapeutically designed toimprove the child's social and emotional skills and allow ways ofadapting to the real world.

Counties Served: BULLOCH



Age/IQ/Gender Notes:We do not accept youth with an IQ lower than 70.

Youth Characteristics (a √ next to an item below indicates this program serves that type of youth) Autism√ Behavioral Issues - Mild√ Behavioral Issues - Moderate Behavioral Issues - Severe√ Delinquent Behaviors√ Developmentally Delayed√ Educational Issues - Mild√ Educational Issues - Moderate√ Educational Issues - Severe√ Emotional/Psychological Issues - Mild Emotional/Psychological Issues - Moderate Emotional/Psychological Issues - Severe√ Known/Suspected Marijuana Use

√ Medical Issues - Mild Medical Issues - Moderate Medical Issues - Severe Medically Fragile√ Oppositional/Defiant Behaviors√ Other Substance Use RAD√ Recent DJJ History Self-Injurious (Cutters)√ Sexual Abuse History Sexual Offenders√ Sexually Exploited√ Tobacco Use

Program ServicesCore Services/MRO Provider: N Pineland Mental HealthPsychiatric Facility Affiliation: N


Special Services (a √ next to an item below indicates this program offers that type of special service) Additional Respite to Caregivers√ Clothing Closet Educational Coordinator Father Engagement Program On-campus school√ Parent/Sibling Visitation Center/Room√ Transportation Services to Parents/Siblings for Visitation


DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile Mentoring Youth Services (5122) SiteAddress:

2700 1st Avenue Columbus, GA 31904

County: MUSCOGEE (Region 8) Phone: 706-984-0161Admissions: 7069840161

[email protected] Hours: Wendy Poole

706-442-7405Director: C. Medley Hayes

[email protected]

LicenseType:

CCI Vendor ID:91958



DHS Region & County

Performance Based PlacementScores (FY15)Q1: 97.36% (A+) Q2: 95.23% (A) Q3: 90.08% (A-) Q4:


Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountActivities & Recreation Coordinator 1 Behavior Specialist 1Child Care Worker 18 Direct Care Supervisor 1Director 1 Executive Director 1HSP (Human Services Professional) 1


Program DescriptionMentoring Youth Services, LLC serves females who have experiencedsexual trauma, child abuse and neglect. A child may have mild tooccasionally severe emotional or behavioral management issues thatinterfere with the child’s ability to function in the family, school, orcommunity without guidance and supervision. Mentoring YouthServices, LLC strives to maintain a home environment that promotesindependent living. Services include but are not limited to, outpatientand individual counseling, social skills and education training,independent living preparation, recreational activities andtransportation to medical appointments, visitations and outings.Counties Served: MUSCOGEE


DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile Population ServedNA Females: 12 y 0 m - 18 y 11 m Minimum IQ:


Youth Characteristics (a √ next to an item below indicates this program serves that type of youth) Autism√ Behavioral Issues - Mild√ Behavioral Issues - Moderate√ Behavioral Issues - Severe√ Delinquent Behaviors√ Developmentally Delayed√ Educational Issues - Mild√ Educational Issues - Moderate√ Educational Issues - Severe√ Emotional/Psychological Issues - Mild√ Emotional/Psychological Issues - Moderate√ Emotional/Psychological Issues - Severe√ Known/Suspected Marijuana Use

Medical Issues - Mild Medical Issues - Moderate Medical Issues - Severe Medically Fragile√ Oppositional/Defiant Behaviors Other Substance Use RAD√ Recent DJJ History√ Self-Injurious (Cutters) Sexual Abuse History Sexual Offenders Sexually Exploited√ Tobacco Use

Program ServicesCore Services/MRO Provider: N Advantage Counseling ServicesPsychiatric Facility Affiliation: N




DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile Methodist Home for Children & Youth, TheArabella (1016) SiteAddress:

9308 GA Hwy 85 Waverly Hall, GA 31831

County: HARRIS (Region 8) Phone: 706-582-3843Admissions:706-322-5406ext.2322

[email protected]:

On-Call706-566-4957

Director: Rick [email protected]

LicenseType:

CCI Vendor ID:71217

Opened: 2002 SHINES Resource ID: 11304605

OPM Team: Red Accreditation Status:COAOther


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Program Designations RateBase $104.87ILP $111.46AWO $132.85MWO $187.30

Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountChild Care Worker 9 HSP (Human Services Professional) 2President 1 Regional Director 1Supervisor 1 VP/COO 1


Program DescriptionThe Methodist Home at Arabella seeks to serve young ladies whohave mild to severe emotional and/or behavioral managementproblems that make it difficult to maintain the safety of the child andothers outside of a highly structured and supervised setting and mayinterfere with the child’s ability to function in a family, school andcommunity environment. Residential services include educationalsupport services, medical/dental, socialization skills, behaviormodification, spiritual growth, and recreational services. TheMethodist Home at Arabella is licensed to serve 12 youth. Arabellaresidents will attend Pine Ridge Elementary, Harris County MiddleCounties Served: HARRIS





√ Medical Issues - Mild√ Medical Issues - Moderate Medical Issues - Severe Medically Fragile√ Oppositional/Defiant Behaviors Other Substance Use√ RAD√ Recent DJJ History√ Self-Injurious (Cutters)√ Sexual Abuse History Sexual Offenders√ Sexually Exploited√ Tobacco Use

Program ServicesCore Services/MRO Provider: N Twin Ceders Lagrange, GAPsychiatric Facility Affiliation: N

Specialty Programs (a √ next to an item below indicates this program offers that type of specialty program) Campus-Based Group Home√ Community-Based Group Home (6-8 Beds) Independent Living Locked/Secure Facility√ MAAC Partner Maternity Home Medically Fragile Outdoor Camp Parenting Support (2nd Chance) Transitional Living

Special Services (a √ next to an item below indicates this program offers that type of special service) Additional Respite to Caregivers Clothing Closet Educational Coordinator Father Engagement Program On-campus school√ Parent/Sibling Visitation Center/Room√ Transportation Services to Parents/Siblings for Visitation


DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile Methodist Home for Children & Youth,The dba Americus Group Home (749) SiteAddress:

102 Mill Creek Rd. Americus, GA 31709

County: SUMTER (Region 8) Phone: 229-924-9550Admissions:4787512800

[email protected]:

On-Call Social Worker229-942-6723

Director: Alison [email protected]

LicenseType:

CCI Vendor ID:35463




DHS Region & County

Performance Based PlacementScores (FY15)Q1: 95.16% (A) Q2: 78.50% (C+) Q3: 84.96% (B) Q4:


Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountAdministrative Assistant 1 Child Care Worker 11Executive Director 1 HSP (Human Services Professional) 1Intake Worker 1 President 1Program Director 1 Program Manager 1VP/COO 1


Program DescriptionThe Methodist Home at Americus seeks to serve girls who have mildto severe emotional and/or behavioral management problems thatmake it difficult to maintain the safety of the child and othersoutside of a highly structured and supervised setting and mayinterfere with the child’s ability to function in a family, school andcommunity environment. The Methodist Home at Americus islicensed to serve 10 youth. Residential services include educationalsupport services, medical/dental, socialization skills, behaviormodification, spiritual growth, and recreational services. Additionally,the agency provides independent living skills through the state ILPCounties Served: SUMTER



Age/IQ/Gender Notes:Accept females ages 12-18 who do not have developmental delays, arenot pregnant, and do not have primary diagnosis of drug dependenceor abuse.

Youth Characteristics (a √ next to an item below indicates this program serves that type of youth) Autism√ Behavioral Issues - Mild√ Behavioral Issues - Moderate Behavioral Issues - Severe Delinquent Behaviors Developmentally Delayed√ Educational Issues - Mild√ Educational Issues - Moderate Educational Issues - Severe√ Emotional/Psychological Issues - Mild√ Emotional/Psychological Issues - Moderate Emotional/Psychological Issues - Severe Known/Suspected Marijuana Use

√ Medical Issues - Mild√ Medical Issues - Moderate Medical Issues - Severe Medically Fragile√ Oppositional/Defiant Behaviors Other Substance Use√ RAD√ Recent DJJ History Self-Injurious (Cutters)√ Sexual Abuse History Sexual Offenders Sexually Exploited√ Tobacco Use

Program ServicesCore Services/MRO Provider: N Middle Flint Behavioral HealthcarePsychiatric Facility Affiliation: N




DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile Methodist Home for Children & Youth,The dba St. Marys Group Home (750) SiteAddress:

201 King's Bay Rd St. Marys, GA 31558

County: CAMDEN (Region 12) Phone: 912-882-7770Admissions:912-882-7770

[email protected]:

Jamie Green478-954-0208


LicenseType:

CCI Vendor ID:35459




DHS Region & County



Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountActivities & Recreation Coordinator 1 Child Care Worker 8HSP (Human Services Professional) 1 President 1Regional Director 1 Supervisor 1VP/COO 1


Program DescriptionThe Methodist Home at St. Marys serves boys who have mild tosevere emotional and/or behavioral management problems that mayinterfere with the child's ability to function in a family, school orcommunity setting. Residential services include educational support,medical/dental, socialization skills, behavior modification, spiritualgrowth, and recreational services. Additionally, the agency providesemergency placement for children living in a 50 mile radius of thecampus, independent living skills through the state ILP program aswell as within the agency, and therapy/mental health servicesthrough a local MRO Provider. Each resident has an individual serviceCounties Served: CAMDEN





√ Medical Issues - Mild√ Medical Issues - Moderate Medical Issues - Severe Medically Fragile√ Oppositional/Defiant Behaviors Other Substance Use√ RAD√ Recent DJJ History√ Self-Injurious (Cutters)√ Sexual Abuse History Sexual Offenders Sexually Exploited√ Tobacco Use

Program ServicesCore Services/MRO Provider: N Scintilla Behavioral Health ServicesPsychiatric Facility Affiliation: N

Specialty Programs (a √ next to an item below indicates this program offers that type of specialty program) Campus-Based Group Home√ Community-Based Group Home (6-8 Beds) Independent Living Locked/Secure Facility√ MAAC Partner Maternity Home Medically Fragile Outdoor Camp Parenting Support (2nd Chance) Transitional Living



DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile Methodist Home for Children & Youth, Thedba Valdosta Group Home (752) SiteAddress:

2545 East Park Ave. Valdosta, GA 31605

County: LOWNDES (Region 11) Phone: 229-247-5100Admissions:229-247-5100

[email protected]:

On-Call Social Worker229-561-3151

Director:

LicenseType:

CCI Vendor ID:35466




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Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountChild Care Worker 10 Director 1HSP (Human Services Professional) 1 President 1Program Manager 1 VP/COO 1


Program DescriptionThe Methodist Home Valdosta Campus seeks to serve girls who havemild to severe emotional and/or behavioral management problemsthat make it difficult to maintain the safety of the child and othersoutside of a highly structured and supervised setting and mayinterfere with the child’s ability to function in a family, school andcommunity environment. The Valdosta Campus of the MethodistHome provides a full range of residential services to girls ages six tosixteen. Residential services include educational support services,medical/dental, socialization skills, behavior modification, spiritualgrowth, and recreational services. Additionally, the agency providesCounties Served: LOWNDES




Youth Characteristics (a √ next to an item below indicates this program serves that type of youth) Autism√ Behavioral Issues - Mild√ Behavioral Issues - Moderate Behavioral Issues - Severe√ Delinquent Behaviors√ Developmentally Delayed√ Educational Issues - Mild√ Educational Issues - Moderate√ Educational Issues - Severe√ Emotional/Psychological Issues - Mild√ Emotional/Psychological Issues - Moderate Emotional/Psychological Issues - Severe√ Known/Suspected Marijuana Use


Program ServicesCore Services/MRO Provider: N Pathway to Hope Counseling ServicesPsychiatric Facility Affiliation: N




DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile Methodist Home for Children & Youth,The Macon (754) SiteAddress:

304 Pierce Ave. Macon, GA 31204

County: BIBB (Region 6) Phone: 478-751-2800Admissions:478-751-2203

[email protected]:

Admissions Hotline478-952-7008


LicenseType:

CCI Vendor ID:35456




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Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountActivities & Recreation Coordinator 1 Administrative Assistant 2CEO 1 Child Care Worker 65Coordinator of Educational Services 1 Direct Care Supervisor 6Executive Director 1 HSP (Human Services Professional) 7Intake Worker 1 Nurse 2Program Manager 2 Regional Director 1Supervisor 1 Teacher 2VP/COO 1



Program DescriptionThe Methodist Home-Macon Campus provides a full range ofresidential services to children and youth, ages 6-17, on a campussetting in eight (8) living units. The organization serves children andyouth who have mild to severe emotional and/or behavioral issuesthat may interfere with the child's ability to function in a family,school or community setting. Residential services includeeducational, medical/dental, socialization skills, behaviormodification, spiritual growth, and recreational services. Additionally,the organization provides independent living skills through the stateILP program as well as within the agency, and therapy/mental healthCounties Served: BIBB



Age/IQ/Gender Notes:Ages 6-18 Public School Eligible IQ requirement 70 or above

Youth Characteristics (a √ next to an item below indicates this program serves that type of youth) Autism√ Behavioral Issues - Mild√ Behavioral Issues - Moderate Behavioral Issues - Severe Delinquent Behaviors Developmentally Delayed√ Educational Issues - Mild√ Educational Issues - Moderate Educational Issues - Severe√ Emotional/Psychological Issues - Mild√ Emotional/Psychological Issues - Moderate Emotional/Psychological Issues - Severe√ Known/Suspected Marijuana Use


Program ServicesCore Services/MRO Provider: N Lighthouse for FamiliesPsychiatric Facility Affiliation: N


Special Services (a √ next to an item below indicates this program offers that type of special service) Additional Respite to Caregivers√ Clothing Closet Educational Coordinator Father Engagement Program√ On-campus school√ Parent/Sibling Visitation Center/Room√ Transportation Services to Parents/Siblings for Visitation


DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile Methodist Home for Children & Youth,The Our House at Carpenter's WayRanch (1015) SiteAddress:

1645 Hunter Rd. Cataula, GA 31804

County: HARRIS (Region 8) Phone: 706-322-0205Admissions:AfterHours:

On-Call706-566-4957

Director: Rick Thorne706-322-5406 [email protected]

LicenseType:

CCI Vendor ID:35257




DHS Region & County



Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountChild Care Worker 27 HSP (Human Services Professional) 3President 1 Regional Director 1Supervisor 2 VP/COO 1


Program DescriptionThe Methodist Home at The Carpenter’s Way Ranch seeks to servemales who have mild to severe emotional and/or behavioralmanagement problems that make it difficult to maintain the safety ofthe child and others outside of a highly structures and supervisedsetting and that may interfere with the child’s ability to function in afamily, school and community environment. The Methodist Home forChildren and Youth at The Carpenter's Way Ranch serves theMuscogee/Harris County area, as well as the rest of the State ofGeorgia. The Carpenter’s Way Ranch is located in Cataula, GA, HarrisCounty. It is licensed to serve 32 youth in three homes. Carpenter’sCounties Served: HARRIS





√ Medical Issues - Mild Medical Issues - Moderate Medical Issues - Severe Medically Fragile√ Oppositional/Defiant Behaviors Other Substance Use√ RAD√ Recent DJJ History√ Self-Injurious (Cutters)√ Sexual Abuse History√ Sexual Offenders√ Sexually Exploited√ Tobacco Use

Program ServicesCore Services/MRO Provider: N Twin CedarsPsychiatric Facility Affiliation: N




DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile Methodist Home for Children & Youth,The STARS Program (753) SiteAddress:

304 Pierce Ave. Macon, GA 31204


[email protected]:

On-Call Social Worker4782567134

Director:

LicenseType:

CCI Vendor ID:35461




DHS Region & County



Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountChild Care Worker 2 Executive Director 1HSP (Human Services Professional) 1 Intake Worker 1President 1 VP/COO 1


Program DescriptionThe Methodist Home STARS Program on the Macon Campusprovides intermediate level residential treatment for young boysbetween the ages of 6 - 12 who have a history of sexual, physical,and emotional victimization which results in the children havingsexual behavior issues. The STARS Program is a twelve totwenty-four month program specifically aimed to re-educate andreinforce healthy sexuality while also treating each child’s sexualbehavioral issues. The Methodist Home STARS Program seeks toserve boys who have mild to severe emotional and/or behavioralmanagement problems that make it difficult to maintain the safety ofCounties Served: BIBB



Age/IQ/Gender Notes:We serve boys 6-12 in our STARS program. The IQ requirement is 85,but we will consider children with a lower IQ on a case by case basis.

Youth Characteristics (a √ next to an item below indicates this program serves that type of youth) Autism√ Behavioral Issues - Mild√ Behavioral Issues - Moderate Behavioral Issues - Severe Delinquent Behaviors Developmentally Delayed√ Educational Issues - Mild√ Educational Issues - Moderate Educational Issues - Severe√ Emotional/Psychological Issues - Mild√ Emotional/Psychological Issues - Moderate Emotional/Psychological Issues - Severe√ Known/Suspected Marijuana Use

√ Medical Issues - Mild√ Medical Issues - Moderate Medical Issues - Severe Medically Fragile√ Oppositional/Defiant Behaviors Other Substance Use√ RAD√ Recent DJJ History√ Self-Injurious (Cutters)√ Sexual Abuse History√ Sexual Offenders Sexually Exploited Tobacco Use

Program ServicesCore Services/MRO Provider: N Lighthouse for FamiliesPsychiatric Facility Affiliation: N


Special Services (a √ next to an item below indicates this program offers that type of special service) Additional Respite to Caregivers√ Clothing Closet Educational Coordinator Father Engagement Program√ On-campus school√ Parent/Sibling Visitation Center/Room√ Transportation Services to Parents/Siblings for Visitation


DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile Murphy-Harpst Children's Centers(770) SiteAddress:

740 Fletcher St. Cedartown, GA 30125

County: POLK (Region 3) Phone: 770-748-1500Admissions: 770-748-1500

[email protected] Hours: Karen Gibson

770-324-5789Director: Karen Gibson

[email protected]

LicenseType:

CCI Vendor ID:35484

Opened: 1924 SHINES Resource ID: 8000026OPM Team: Red Accreditation Status: JCAHO


DHS Region & County



Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountActivities & Recreation Coordinator 3 Administrative Assistant 1Child Care Worker 75 Director 2Family Service Worker 3 Family Services Coordinator 1HSP (Human Services Professional) 4 Intake Worker 1Nurse 2 Paraprofessional 7Program Director 3 Recruiter and Training Specialist 1Supervisor 11 Teacher 8


Program DescriptionBegan as an orphanage in 1924. Became a residential treatmentprovider in 1987. Program name changed to CCI by State DHR in2007. Murphy-Harpst offers Maximum Room, Board and WatchfulOversight residential services, Therapeutic Foster Care, and CoreOutpatient Services.


Counties Served: POLK




Youth Characteristics (a √ next to an item below indicates this program serves that type of youth) Autism Behavioral Issues - Mild√ Behavioral Issues - Moderate Behavioral Issues - Severe√ Delinquent Behaviors Developmentally Delayed Educational Issues - Mild√ Educational Issues - Moderate Educational Issues - Severe Emotional/Psychological Issues - Mild√ Emotional/Psychological Issues - Moderate Emotional/Psychological Issues - Severe√ Known/Suspected Marijuana Use

√ Medical Issues - Mild Medical Issues - Moderate Medical Issues - Severe Medically Fragile√ Oppositional/Defiant Behaviors√ Other Substance Use√ RAD√ Recent DJJ History√ Self-Injurious (Cutters)√ Sexual Abuse History Sexual Offenders√ Sexually Exploited√ Tobacco Use


Specialty Programs (a √ next to an item below indicates this program offers that type of specialty program) Campus-Based Group Home Community-Based Group Home (6-8 Beds) Independent Living√ Locked/Secure Facility MAAC Partner Maternity Home Medically Fragile Outdoor Camp Parenting Support (2nd Chance) Transitional Living



DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile Psychiatric Solutions (formerly HHCAugusta) Lighthouse of Augusta(726) SiteAddress:

3100 Perimeter Pkwy. Augusta, GA 30909

County: RICHMOND (Region 7) Phone: 706-651-0005Admissions: 7063962909

[email protected] Hours: Peggy Harmon

706-651-0005Director: Jarrett Crum

[email protected]

LicenseType:

CCI Vendor ID:88465



DHS Region & County

Performance Based PlacementScores (FY15)Q1: 69.31% (D+) Q2: 66.32% (D) Q3: 64.48% (D) Q4:


Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountUnassigned 14 Activities & Recreation Coordinator 1Administrative Assistant 6 CEO 2Case Manager 1 Child Care Worker 68Community Outreach / PR 1 Direct Care Supervisor 1Director 10 HSP (Human Services Professional) 3Intake Worker 1 Nurse 27Paraprofessional 3 Teacher 4Therapist 9



Program DescriptionLCCA offers a 20 bed male group home placement as well as a 54bed PRTF. In the group home, LCCA,offers a highly specializedresidential program for high management males between the agesof 12 and 17. All applicants must be committed to the Department ofJuvenile Justice or the Department of Family and Children Servicesand possess an IQ of 70 or above. Twenty-four hour care is providedto assist residents in addressing psychiatric, behavioral andfamily/social issues they may be experiencing. Our goal is to helpresidents get back into their community with all the personal,academic, vocational, social, and life skills they need to beCounties Served: RICHMOND



Age/IQ/Gender Notes:Our policy states, "IQ of 70 or above unless approved on an individualbasis by CEO or Director of Residential Services."


√ Medical Issues - Mild Medical Issues - Moderate Medical Issues - Severe Medically Fragile√ Oppositional/Defiant Behaviors√ Other Substance Use√ RAD√ Recent DJJ History√ Self-Injurious (Cutters) Sexual Abuse History Sexual Offenders Sexually Exploited√ Tobacco Use

Program ServicesCore Services/MRO Provider: YPsychiatric Facility Affiliation: Y Primarily Refer To: LCCA PRTF / Acute

Specialty Programs (a √ next to an item below indicates this program offers that type of specialty program)√ Campus-Based Group Home Community-Based Group Home (6-8 Beds) Independent Living√ Locked/Secure Facility MAAC Partner Maternity Home Medically Fragile Outdoor Camp Parenting Support (2nd Chance) Transitional Living

Special Services (a √ next to an item below indicates this program offers that type of special service) Additional Respite to Caregivers Clothing Closet Educational Coordinator Father Engagement Program√ On-campus school√ Parent/Sibling Visitation Center/Room Transportation Services to Parents/Siblings for Visitation


DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile Res-Care, Inc. (formerly AlternativeYouth Services, Inc.) dba GeorgiaCenter for Youth (667) SiteAddress:

211 Goose Hollow Road Reynolds, GA 31076

County: TAYLOR (Region 8) Phone: 478-847-2900Admissions: 478-394-2274

[email protected] Hours: Nashon McPherson

478-235-6862Director: Janelle Harris

[email protected]

LicenseType:

CCI Vendor ID:35223

Opened: 1994 SHINES Resource ID: 8000047OPM Team: Red Accreditation Status:Other


DHS Region & County

Performance Based PlacementScores (FY15)Q1: 87.87% (B+) Q2: 92.79% (A-) Q3: 90.52% (A-) Q4:


Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountUnassigned 7 Activities & Recreation Coordinator 2Administrative Assistant 3 Child Care Worker 83Coordinator of Educational Services 1 Direct Care Supervisor 4Director 2 Executive Director 1HSP (Human Services Professional) 4 Nurse 1Paraprofessional 4 Quality Assurance Administrator 1Supervisor 3 Teacher 4


Program DescriptionThe program serves 36 male and 24 female youth with 5 cottagesthat each house 12 youth. We serve youth with various needs. Youthwith special needs, such as: developmental disabilities, mental healthissues, behavioral health issues, as well as, youth in the custody ofthe Department of Juvenile Justice, youth with educational specialneeds, youth in the custdoy of the Department of Families andChildren, and youth in need of residential twenty-four hour care. TheGeorgia Center also runs a State-of-the-Art on-site accredited schoolwhich is part of the Taylor County School system. Our school isstaffed with certified teachers and paraprofessionals and offers


Counties Served: TAYLOR



Age/IQ/Gender Notes:While our license allows for age 6 through 17, our principal focus istoward 10 to 17. We serve both male and female youth with all levelsof ability.







DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile Seeds of Excellence (5154) SiteAddress:

947 Bryant Hill Road Marshallville, GA 31057

County: MACON (Region 8) Phone: 678-468-4880Admissions: 678-468-4880

[email protected] Hours: JOY GRIER

6784684880Director: Joy Grier

[email protected]

LicenseType:




DHS Region & County

Performance Based PlacementScores (FY15)Q1: 108.12% (A+) Q2: 92.85% (A-) Q3: 92.59% (A-) Q4:


Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountAdministrative Assistant 1 Child Care Worker 2Direct Care Supervisor 1 Executive Director 1HSP (Human Services Professional) 1


Program DescriptionSeeds of Excellence, Inc. is a residential group home placement forfemale youth, this facility will house 6 residents at a time betweenthe ages 6-17 with board psychiatric presentations includingadjustment disorders, depression, behavioral disorders, learningdisabilities, school failure, court involvement, family separation,neglect, abandonment, and abuse issues. The goal of Seeds ofExcellence, Inc. is to provide a stable and nurturing environment andtoo relieve the suffering of children who have experienced significantemotional difficulties. Placement at Seeds of Excellence, Inc. is lessrestrictive than acute and/or residential hospital-based settings orCounties Served: MACON




Youth Characteristics (a √ next to an item below indicates this program serves that type of youth) Autism√ Behavioral Issues - Mild√ Behavioral Issues - Moderate√ Behavioral Issues - Severe Delinquent Behaviors Developmentally Delayed√ Educational Issues - Mild√ Educational Issues - Moderate√ Educational Issues - Severe√ Emotional/Psychological Issues - Mild√ Emotional/Psychological Issues - Moderate√ Emotional/Psychological Issues - Severe√ Known/Suspected Marijuana Use

√ Medical Issues - Mild Medical Issues - Moderate Medical Issues - Severe Medically Fragile√ Oppositional/Defiant Behaviors Other Substance Use RAD√ Recent DJJ History Self-Injurious (Cutters) Sexual Abuse History Sexual Offenders Sexually Exploited Tobacco Use

Program ServicesCore Services/MRO Provider: N NEW HOPE COUNSELINGPsychiatric Facility Affiliation: Y Primarily Refer To:




DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile Taking A Step Beyond (5158) SiteAddress:

1509 Brown Road Hephzibah, GA 30815

County: RICHMOND (Region 7) Phone: 706-496-2709Admissions: 706-513-6873

[email protected] Hours: La'Tachia Mallett

706-513-6873Director: Margaret Adams

[email protected]

LicenseType:




DHS Region & County

Performance Based PlacementScores (FY15)Q1: 99.98% (A+) Q2: 88.83% (B+) Q3: 86.68% (B) Q4:


Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountChild Care Worker 8 Director 1Owner 1 Residential Coordinator 1Vocational Skills Coordinator 1


Program DescriptionRoom Board and Watchful Oversight Services/ In home tutoringservices/ Fresh Start Clothes Closet/Life Coach services/

Counties Served: RICHMOND




Youth Characteristics (a √ next to an item below indicates this program serves that type of youth) Autism√ Behavioral Issues - Mild√ Behavioral Issues - Moderate√ Behavioral Issues - Severe√ Delinquent Behaviors√ Developmentally Delayed√ Educational Issues - Mild√ Educational Issues - Moderate Educational Issues - Severe√ Emotional/Psychological Issues - Mild√ Emotional/Psychological Issues - Moderate Emotional/Psychological Issues - Severe√ Known/Suspected Marijuana Use

√ Medical Issues - Mild Medical Issues - Moderate Medical Issues - Severe Medically Fragile√ Oppositional/Defiant Behaviors√ Other Substance Use√ RAD√ Recent DJJ History Self-Injurious (Cutters)√ Sexual Abuse History Sexual Offenders√ Sexually Exploited√ Tobacco Use

Program ServicesCore Services/MRO Provider: N TWIPsychiatric Facility Affiliation: N

Specialty Programs (a √ next to an item below indicates this program offers that type of specialty program)√ Campus-Based Group Home√ Community-Based Group Home (6-8 Beds) Independent Living Locked/Secure Facility MAAC Partner Maternity Home Medically Fragile Outdoor Camp Parenting Support (2nd Chance) Transitional Living

Special Services (a √ next to an item below indicates this program offers that type of special service) Additional Respite to Caregivers√ Clothing Closet√ Educational Coordinator√ Father Engagement Program On-campus school√ Parent/Sibling Visitation Center/Room√ Transportation Services to Parents/Siblings for Visitation Other: Life Coaching


DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile Testament Health & CounselingServices, LLC Testament House(5197)*Suspended*SiteAddress:

6907 Tara Blvd. Jonesboro, GA 30236

County: CLAYTON (Region 13) Phone: 404-800-6160Admissions: 4045102836

[email protected] Hours: Adrienne Berry

404-626-1227Director: Adrienne Berry

[email protected]

LicenseType:




DHS Region & County

Performance Based PlacementScores (FY15)Q1: N/A Q2: 95.67% (A) Q3: N/A Q4:


Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountChild Care Worker 4 HSP (Human Services Professional) 1Intake Worker 2 Program Director 1Quality Assurance Administrator 1

Placement Types AcceptedDFCS custodyParental custody

Program DescriptionBWO, AWO and MWO Males ages 14 - 18

Counties Served: CLAYTON



Age/IQ/Gender Notes:Ages 14-17 90 but negotiable Males only

Youth Characteristics (a √ next to an item below indicates this program serves that type of youth) Autism√ Behavioral Issues - Mild√ Behavioral Issues - Moderate Behavioral Issues - Severe√ Delinquent Behaviors Developmentally Delayed√ Educational Issues - Mild√ Educational Issues - Moderate Educational Issues - Severe√ Emotional/Psychological Issues - Mild Emotional/Psychological Issues - Moderate Emotional/Psychological Issues - Severe√ Known/Suspected Marijuana Use

√ Medical Issues - Mild Medical Issues - Moderate Medical Issues - Severe Medically Fragile√ Oppositional/Defiant Behaviors√ Other Substance Use RAD√ Recent DJJ History Self-Injurious (Cutters) Sexual Abuse History Sexual Offenders Sexually Exploited√ Tobacco Use

Program ServicesCore Services/MRO Provider: N Georgia Health PartnersPsychiatric Facility Affiliation: N




DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile Twin Cedars Youth Services AnneElizabeth Shepherd (835) SiteAddress:

751 Double Churches Rd. Columbus, GA 31904

County: MUSCOGEE (Region 8) Phone: 706-322-8984Admissions: 706-298-0050 x1084

[email protected] Hours: Sheila Scales, Admissions

Director706-302-0454

Director: Mike [email protected]

LicenseType:

CCI Vendor ID:35615



DHS Region & County

Performance Based PlacementScores (FY15)Q1: 94.37% (A) Q2: 88.49% (B+) Q3: 97.15% (A+) Q4:


Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountUnassigned 1 Child Care Worker 30Direct Care Supervisor 2 Director 1Executive Director 1 HSP (Human Services Professional) 3Intake Worker 1 Program Director 1


Program Description• Anne Elizabeth Shepherd Home (MWO) - Located in Columbus, GA- Serves females ages 7-18 with sexual trauma or sexual aggressivebehaviors - Detailed Programming Description: The Anne ElizabethShepherd Home provides residential care for severely emotionally,behaviorally disturbed females, ages 7-18. Residents live in a safe,staff-secured environment. The home has the capacity toaccommodate up to 46 residents. The Anne Elizabeth ShepherdHome provides maximum watchful oversight, life skills training andyear-round educational services at Ault Academy, our on-site school.We also involve our girls in scouting, team building, fine arts,Counties Served: MUSCOGEE



Age/IQ/Gender Notes:females only

Youth Characteristics (a √ next to an item below indicates this program serves that type of youth) Autism√ Behavioral Issues - Mild√ Behavioral Issues - Moderate√ Behavioral Issues - Severe√ Delinquent Behaviors Developmentally Delayed√ Educational Issues - Mild√ Educational Issues - Moderate Educational Issues - Severe√ Emotional/Psychological Issues - Mild√ Emotional/Psychological Issues - Moderate√ Emotional/Psychological Issues - Severe√ Known/Suspected Marijuana Use

√ Medical Issues - Mild Medical Issues - Moderate Medical Issues - Severe Medically Fragile√ Oppositional/Defiant Behaviors√ Other Substance Use√ RAD√ Recent DJJ History√ Self-Injurious (Cutters)√ Sexual Abuse History√ Sexual Offenders√ Sexually Exploited Tobacco Use

Program ServicesCore Services/MRO Provider: N Twin Cedars Dorothy Wells Knight Community Counseling CenterPsychiatric Facility Affiliation: N




DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile Twin Cedars Youth Services BradfieldCenter (846) SiteAddress:

1022 East Depot St. LaGrange, GA 30241-1526

County: TROUP (Region 4) Phone: 706-884-1717Admissions: 706-298-0050 x1084

[email protected] Hours: Sheila Scales

706-302-0454Director: Mike Angstadt

706-298-0050 x [email protected]

LicenseType:

CCI Vendor ID:35610


OPM Team: Red Accreditation Status:OtherCOA


DHS Region & County

Performance Based PlacementScores (FY15)Q1: 85.58% (B) Q2: 87.97% (B+) Q3: 99.08% (A+) Q4:


Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountUnassigned 1 Child Care Worker 37Director 1 Executive Director 1HSP (Human Services Professional) 3 Intake Worker 1Part Time Activities Staff 1 Program Director 1Supervisor 3


Program DescriptionBradfield Center is located in LaGrange, Georgia (Troup Co.),approximately one hour southwest of Atlanta. The Center affordsintermediate residential treatment services (MWO) for up to 40severely emotionally and behaviorally disturbed males, ages 9 to 17,who have documented histories of sexual aggression. Residents livein a safe, staff-secured setting and attend school (SACS and GACaccredited) and therapy on campus. Our mission is "to provideprograms and service empowering children, youth, and families toachieve optimum potential." Bradfield Center boasts of an emphasison creating a positive milieu for its residents. Rather than focusingCounties Served: TROUP



Age/IQ/Gender Notes:males only


√ Medical Issues - Mild Medical Issues - Moderate Medical Issues - Severe Medically Fragile√ Oppositional/Defiant Behaviors√ Other Substance Use√ RAD√ Recent DJJ History Self-Injurious (Cutters)√ Sexual Abuse History√ Sexual Offenders√ Sexually Exploited Tobacco Use

Program ServicesCore Services/MRO Provider: N Twin Cedars Coleman Community CenterPsychiatric Facility Affiliation: N


Special Services (a √ next to an item below indicates this program offers that type of special service) Additional Respite to Caregivers Clothing Closet Educational Coordinator Father Engagement Program√ On-campus school√ Parent/Sibling Visitation Center/Room Transportation Services to Parents/Siblings for Visitation Other: sex offender treatment


DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile Vanessa's Place (5162) SiteAddress:

655 Post Road Drive Stone Mountain, GA 30088


[email protected] Hours: Ingrid Alleyne

404-234-8512Director: Ingrid Alleyne

[email protected]

LicenseType:

CCI Vendor ID:46470



DHS Region & County

Performance Based PlacementScores (FY15)Q1: 101.70% (A+) Q2: 99.70% (A+) Q3: 96.16% (A) Q4:


Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountChild Care Worker 6 Director 1HSP (Human Services Professional) 1 Owner 1


Program DescriptionVanessa's Place provides residential child care to troubled malesages 6 to 17 with a history of behavior, emotional, and learningproblems. The purpose of this program is to strengthen theemotional health of the youth and provide motivation, guidance, anddirection for a smooth transition into adulthood. Vanessa's Placedoes not accept children with severe mental or physical disabilities.Referrals will only be accepted from DJJ and DFCS. Our interventionsserve to encourage positive relationships, enhance individualdifferences, and empower the lives of individual's living within ourcommunities so that they are capable of making positive decisionsCounties Served: DEKALB





√ Medical Issues - Mild Medical Issues - Moderate Medical Issues - Severe Medically Fragile√ Oppositional/Defiant Behaviors√ Other Substance Use√ RAD√ Recent DJJ History Self-Injurious (Cutters)√ Sexual Abuse History Sexual Offenders√ Sexually Exploited√ Tobacco Use

Program ServicesCore Services/MRO Provider: N Advance Therapeutic ConceptsPsychiatric Facility Affiliation: N




DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile Vashti Center, The (852) SiteAddress:

1815 E. Clay St. Thomasville, GA 31792

County: THOMAS (Region 10) Phone: 229-226-4634Admissions:After Hours: Ralph Comerford

229-226-4634Director: Ralph Comerford

[email protected]

LicenseType:

CCI Vendor ID:35629



DHS Region & County

Performance Based PlacementScores (FY15)Q1: 99.21% (A+) Q2: 96.18% (A) Q3: 98.26% (A+) Q4:


Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountActivities & Recreation Coordinator 1 Child Care Worker 26Director 1 HSP (Human Services Professional) 2Life Coach 1 Nurse 1Program Director 2


Program DescriptionResidential Facility for Children & Adolescents Community Supportfor Children & Families

Counties Served: THOMAS





√ Medical Issues - Mild Medical Issues - Moderate Medical Issues - Severe Medically Fragile√ Oppositional/Defiant Behaviors Other Substance Use RAD√ Recent DJJ History√ Self-Injurious (Cutters)√ Sexual Abuse History Sexual Offenders Sexually Exploited√ Tobacco Use

Program ServicesCore Services/MRO Provider: YPsychiatric Facility Affiliation:


Special Services (a √ next to an item below indicates this program offers that type of special service) Additional Respite to Caregivers√ Clothing Closet Educational Coordinator Father Engagement Program On-campus school√ Parent/Sibling Visitation Center/Room Transportation Services to Parents/Siblings for Visitation


DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile Vision Youth Services Boys (5125) SiteAddress:

2031 Fellowship Rd Tucker, GA 30084

County: DEKALB (Region 14) Phone: 678-691-9986Admissions:404-916-3194

[email protected]:

Shushana Ellis404-916-3194

Director: Angela [email protected]

LicenseType:




DHS Region & County



Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountCEO 1 Child Care Worker 12Direct Care Supervisor 1 HSP (Human Services Professional) 1Program Director 1


Program DescriptionVision Youth Services, Inc. is a Child Caring Institution (CCI) providerwho offers Maximum Watchful Oversight services (including PRTFstep-downs) in a community residential setting. We are currentlyproviding placement for up to 9 male residents, who range in agesfrom 13 to 17. Our program strengthens the emotional health of thechildren placed as well as provides motivation, guidance, anddirection for a smooth transition into adulthood or a step down to aless restrictive environment. The facility Program Director, HumanService Professional, Direct Care Staff, Admin Staff and CoreProviders will work as a team to provide a stabilizing and nurturingCounties Served: DEKALB


DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile Population ServedMales: 13 y 0 m - 17 y 11 m NA Minimum IQ:



Medical Issues - Mild Medical Issues - Moderate Medical Issues - Severe Medically Fragile√ Oppositional/Defiant Behaviors Other Substance Use RAD√ Recent DJJ History Self-Injurious (Cutters)√ Sexual Abuse History Sexual Offenders Sexually Exploited Tobacco Use

Program ServicesCore Services/MRO Provider: N Mental Health GeorgiaPsychiatric Facility Affiliation:


Special Services (a √ next to an item below indicates this program offers that type of special service) Additional Respite to Caregivers Clothing Closet√ Educational Coordinator Father Engagement Program On-campus school√ Parent/Sibling Visitation Center/Room Transportation Services to Parents/Siblings for Visitation


DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile Vision Youth Services Girls (5124) SiteAddress:

4228 Redan Rd Stone Mountain, GA 30083

County: DEKALB (Region 14) Phone: 6789732993Admissions:404-916-3194

[email protected]:

Shushana Ellis404-916-3194

Director: Angela [email protected]

LicenseType:




DHS Region & County

Performance Based PlacementScores (FY15)Q1: 101.66% (A+) Q2: 100.59% (A+) Q3: 89.52% (B+) Q4:


Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountCEO 1 Child Care Worker 7HSP (Human Services Professional) 1 Program Director 1


Program DescriptionVision Youth Services, Inc. is a Child Caring Institution (CCI) providerwho offers Maximum Watchful Oversight Services (including PRTFstep-downs), in a residential treatment facility. We are currentlyproviding placement for up to 9 female residents, who range in agesfrom 12 to 17. Our program strengthens the emotional health of thechildren placed as well as provides motivation, guidance, anddirection for a smooth transition into adulthood or a step down to aless restrictive environment. The facility Program Director, HumanService Professional, Direct Care Staff, Admin Staff and CoreProviders work as a team to provide a stabilizing and nurturingCounties Served: DEKALB


DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile Population ServedNA Females: 12 y 0 m - 17 y 11 m Minimum IQ:



Medical Issues - Mild Medical Issues - Moderate Medical Issues - Severe Medically Fragile√ Oppositional/Defiant Behaviors Other Substance Use RAD√ Recent DJJ History Self-Injurious (Cutters)√ Sexual Abuse History Sexual Offenders Sexually Exploited Tobacco Use

Program ServicesCore Services/MRO Provider: N Underdue Social ServicesPsychiatric Facility Affiliation: Y Primarily Refer To: Katie Clinics


Special Services (a √ next to an item below indicates this program offers that type of special service) Additional Respite to Caregivers Clothing Closet√ Educational Coordinator Father Engagement Program On-campus school√ Parent/Sibling Visitation Center/Room Transportation Services to Parents/Siblings for Visitation


DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile Wellspring Living, Inc. (5168) SiteAddress:

3965 Roosevelt Hwy Union City, GA 30349

County: FULTON (Region 14) Phone: 770-631-8888Admissions: (678)2469539

[email protected] Hours: Wellspring Living

4046020068Director:

LicenseType:




DHS Region & County

Performance Based PlacementScores (FY15)Q1: 82.12% (B-) Q2: 81.62% (B-) Q3: 61.04% (D-) Q4:


Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountChild Care Worker 30 Direct Care Supervisor 1HSP (Human Services Professional) 1 Paraprofessional 1Teacher 1

Placement Types AcceptedDFCS custodyEmancipatedParental custody

Program DescriptionWellspring Living For Girls is our residential program serving girls12-17 who are survivors of DMST. The program offers a continuumof care including therapy, education, and life skills classes, designedto foster holistic change in the life of each survivor. Wellspring Livingoffers a safe, supportive environment for each survivor, allowing herto heal, grow, and create a new future in her own time. Each girl isencouraged to set personal goals in her therapy and education, andeach is supported by staff and volunteers throughout her journey ofhealing. The therapeutic services for each survivor in WellspringLiving For Girls include weekly personal therapy, daily groupCounties Served: FULTON


DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile Population ServedMales not served Females: 13 y 11 m - 21 y 11m Minimum IQ: 70

Age/IQ/Gender Notes:Wellspring Living GRP program services girls ages 12-21 with an IQrange no lower than the 70th percentile, and has a history of DMST.The program provides specialty experiential therapeutic services inorder to begin the process of healing and resolving trauma related tothis population.



Program ServicesCore Services/MRO Provider: NPsychiatric Facility Affiliation: N


Special Services (a √ next to an item below indicates this program offers that type of special service) Additional Respite to Caregivers√ Clothing Closet√ Educational Coordinator Father Engagement Program√ On-campus school√ Parent/Sibling Visitation Center/Room Transportation Services to Parents/Siblings for Visitation


DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile Youth Villages (Inner HarbourCampus) Douglas Center: Girls (624) SiteAddress:

4885 Dorsett Shoals Rd. Douglasville, GA 30135

County: DOUGLAS (Region 3) Phone: 770-852-6300Admissions:

[email protected]:

Manager on CampusPhone-ask for KarenciaCotton678-799-2508

Director:

LicenseType:

CCI Vendor ID:35428


OPM Team: Green Accreditation Status:OtherJCAHO


DHS Region & County



Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountChild Care Worker 1 Counselor 15Direct Care Supervisor 2 HSP (Human Services Professional) 1Placement Supervisor 1 Program Director 1Program Manager 1 Quality Assurance Administrator 1


Program DescriptionYouth Villages- Inner Harbour Campus (Douglas Center) is acommunity based residential programs which seek to reunify girlsages 13-18 with their families and their communities. Our residentialprograms offer structure, support, life and social skills developmentalong with the integration of therapeutic services along with accessto Core treatment services to address clinical needs. We seek towork with Youth Villages in-homes services and other in-homesupports to successfully transition youths to permanency. Ourresidents can attend the Inner Harbour campus school accredited bythe Southern Association of Colleges and Schools or attend DouglasCounties Served: DOUGLAS





√ Medical Issues - Mild√ Medical Issues - Moderate Medical Issues - Severe Medically Fragile√ Oppositional/Defiant Behaviors√ Other Substance Use√ RAD√ Recent DJJ History√ Self-Injurious (Cutters)√ Sexual Abuse History Sexual Offenders√ Sexually Exploited√ Tobacco Use

Program ServicesCore Services/MRO Provider: N CHRIS KidsPsychiatric Facility Affiliation: Y Primarily Refer To: Youth Villages-Inner Harbour




DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile Youth Villages (Inner HarbourCampus) Douglasville: The RanchBoys (711) SiteAddress:


County: DOUGLAS (Region 3) Phone: 770-852-6300Admissions:770.852.6300

[email protected]:

Manager on Campus Phone- request Yolanda Caldwell678-799-2508

Director:

LicenseType:





DHS Region & County



Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountChild Care Worker 4 Counselor 5Direct Care Supervisor 2 HSP (Human Services Professional) 1Placement Supervisor 1 Program Manager 1Quality Assurance Administrator 1 Regional Director 1Supervisor 1

Placement Types Accepted Program DescriptionYouth Villages- Inner Harbour Campus (Ranch) is a communitybased residential program which seek to reunify boys ages 13-18with their families and their communities. Our residential programsoffer structure, support, life and social skills development along withthe integration of therapeutic services along with access to Coretreatment services to address clinical needs. We seek to work withYouth Villages in-homes services and other in-home supports tosuccessfully transition youths to permanency. Our residents canattend the Inner Harbour campus school accredited by the SouthernAssociation of Colleges and Schools or attend Douglas County publicCounties Served: DOUGLAS


DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile Youth Villages (Inner HarbourCampus) EXCEL Program: Boys(1027) SiteAddress:


County: DOUGLAS (Region 3) Phone: 770-852-6300Admissions:770.852.6333

[email protected]:

Manager on Campus Phone- request Yolanda Caldwell678-799-2508

Director:

LicenseType:

CCI Vendor ID:89114




DHS Region & County

Performance Based PlacementScores (FY15)Q1: 96.95% (A) Q2: 91.60% (A-) Q3: 93.04% (A-) Q4:


Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountChild Care Worker 13 Counselor 7Direct Care Supervisor 3 HSP (Human Services Professional) 2Placement Supervisor 1 Program Manager 1Quality Assurance Administrator 1 Regional Director 1


Program DescriptionYouth Villages- Inner Harbour Campus (Excel) is a community basedresidential program which seek to reunify boys ages 13-18 with theirfamilies and their communities. Our residential programs offerstructure, support, life and social skills development along with theintegration of therapeutic services along with access to Coretreatment services to address clinical needs. We seek to work withYouth Villages in-homes services and other in-home supports tosuccessfully transition youths to permanency. Our residents canattend the Inner Harbour campus school accredited by the SouthernAssociation of Colleges and Schools or attend Douglas County publicCounties Served: DOUGLAS





√ Medical Issues - Mild√ Medical Issues - Moderate Medical Issues - Severe Medically Fragile√ Oppositional/Defiant Behaviors√ Other Substance Use√ RAD√ Recent DJJ History√ Self-Injurious (Cutters)√ Sexual Abuse History Sexual Offenders Sexually Exploited√ Tobacco Use

Program ServicesCore Services/MRO Provider: N Family Intervention SpecialistPsychiatric Facility Affiliation: Y Primarily Refer To: Youth Villages-Inner Harbour




DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile ALR Family Services, Inc. (5140) SiteAddress:

1458 Airport Road Hinesville, GA 31313

County: LIBERTY (Region 12) Phone: 912-877-7928Admissions:After Hours: Sylvia Womack

912-4291077Director: Sylvia Womack

[email protected]

LicenseType:

CPA Vendor ID:114739


Placements as of6/15/15Total Children: 3MAAC Children: 0# Open FosterHomes:

2

Capacity: 4% Capacity: 75%

DHS Region & County

Performance Based PlacementScores (FY15)Q1: 78.30% (C+) Q2: 91.70% (A-) Q3: 87.43% (B+) Q4:

Program Designations RateTRAD $22.08BWO $29.89MWO $41.27

Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountCase Manager 1 Executive Director 1


Program Description

Counties Served: BULLOCH,CHATHAM,LIBERTY,TOOMBS




Youth Characteristics (a √ next to an item below indicates this program serves that type of youth)√ Autism√ Behavioral Issues - Mild√ Behavioral Issues - Moderate√ Behavioral Issues - Severe√ Delinquent Behaviors√ Developmentally Delayed√ Educational Issues - Mild√ Educational Issues - Moderate√ Educational Issues - Severe√ Emotional/Psychological Issues - Mild√ Emotional/Psychological Issues - Moderate Emotional/Psychological Issues - Severe√ Known/Suspected Marijuana Use


Program ServicesCore Services/MRO Provider: N Malinda Graham and Associates, IncPsychiatric Facility Affiliation: N




DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile Benchmark Family Services, IncAugusta (5150) SiteAddress:

4107 Columbia Rd Martinez, GA 30907

County: COLUMBIA (Region 7) Phone: (706) 868-7200Admissions: (706) 868-7200

[email protected]:

After Hours EmergencyContact(706) 726-7883

Director: Tonika McMillon(912) [email protected]

LicenseType:




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Performance Based PlacementScores (FY15)Q1: 2.00% (F) Q2: 108.00% (A+) Q3: 84.56% (B) Q4:

Program Designations RateTRAD $22.08BWO $29.89MWO $41.27SBWO $46.35SMWO $71.07SMFWO $83.43

Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountCase Manager 1 Executive Director 1Recruiter and Training Specialist 1 Regional Director 2

Placement Types Accepted Program DescriptionBenchmark Family Services, Inc. is a private, faith based, non-profit,therapeutic foster care agency. Benchmark Family Services, Inc.(formally Lifeway for Youth Kentucky) was established in 2004. Thepurpose of Benchmark Family Services, Inc. is to provide stable andcaring homes for youth in need of out-of-home care. Our mission isto advocate for children by ensuring opportunities for healthyphysical, psychological and emotional growth and development in themost normal and least restrictive setting possible. To this end,Benchmark provides and coordinates programs and services incooperation with referring child welfare agencies. Benchmark FamilyCounties Served: COLUMBIA,MCDUFFIE,RICHMOND,SCREVEN


DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile Benchmark Family Services, Inc Brunswick(5149) Site Address: C-1 Buckingham Place

Brunswick, GA 31525 County: GLYNN (Region 12) Phone: (912) 262-2777Admissions: 912-262-2777

[email protected] Hours: After Hours Emergency Contact

(912) 506-0392Director: Tonika McMillon


License Type: CPA Vendor ID: 115567Opened: 2007 SHINES Resource ID: 16836201OPM Team: Red Accreditation Status: CARF

Placements as of 6/15/15Total Children: 48MAAC Children: 0# Open FosterHomes: 27


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Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountCase Manager 3 Executive Director 2Placement Supervisor 1 Recruiter and Training Specialist 1Regional Director 1


Program DescriptionBenchmark Family Services, Inc. is a private, faith based, non-profit,therapeutic foster care agency. Benchmark Family Services, Inc.(formally Lifeway for Youth Kentucky) was established in 2004. Thepurpose of Benchmark Family Services, Inc. is to provide stable andcaring homes for youth in need of out-of-home care. Our mission is toadvocate for children by ensuring opportunities for healthy physical,psychological and emotional growth and development in the mostnormal and least restrictive setting possible. To this end, Benchmarkprovides and coordinates programs and services in cooperation withreferring child welfare agencies. Benchmark Family Services, Inc. iscommitte

Counties Served:APPLING,BRANTLEY,BULLOCH,CAMDEN,CHATHAM,FULTON,GLYNN,LIBERTY,MCINTOSH,NEWTON,TATTNALL,WARE,WAYNE




Youth Characteristics (a √ next to an item below indicates this program serves that type of youth)√ Autism√ Behavioral Issues - Mild√ Behavioral Issues - Moderate√ Behavioral Issues - Severe√ Delinquent Behaviors√ Developmentally Delayed√ Educational Issues - Mild√ Educational Issues - Moderate√ Educational Issues - Severe√ Emotional/Psychological Issues - Mild√ Emotional/Psychological Issues - Moderate√ Emotional/Psychological Issues - Severe√ Known/Suspected Marijuana Use

√ Medical Issues - Mild√ Medical Issues - Moderate√ Medical Issues - Severe√ Medically Fragile√ Oppositional/Defiant Behaviors√ Other Substance Use√ RAD√ Recent DJJ History√ Self-Injurious (Cutters)√ Sexual Abuse History√ Sexual Offenders√ Sexually Exploited√ Tobacco Use


Specialty Programs (a √ next to an item below indicates this program offers that type of specialty program) Campus-Based Group Home Community-Based Group Home (6-8 Beds) Independent Living Locked/Secure Facility√ MAAC Partner Maternity Home Medically Fragile Outdoor Camp Parenting Support (2nd Chance) Transitional Living

Special Services (a √ next to an item below indicates this program offers that type of special service)√ Additional Respite to Caregivers Clothing Closet Educational Coordinator Father Engagement Program On-campus school Parent/Sibling Visitation Center/Room Transportation Services to Parents/Siblings for Visitation


DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile Benchmark Family Services, Inc Columbus(5113) SiteAddress:

4330 Gilbert Avenue Columbus, GA 31904

County: MUSCOGEE (Region 8) Phone: 706-494-1821Admissions: (706) 405-4256

[email protected]:

On-call worker(706) 662-8423


LicenseType:

CPA Vendor ID:99720

Opened: 2010 SHINES Resource ID: 11305220OPM Team: Red Accreditation Status:CARF


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Performance Based PlacementScores (FY15)Q1: 88.06% (B+) Q2: 84.67% (B) Q3: 77.87% (C+) Q4:


Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountAdministrative Assistant 1 Case Manager 6Executive Director 1 Recruiter and Training Coordinator 1Recruiter and Training Specialist 1 Regional Director 1Supervisor 1


Program DescriptionBenchmark Family Services, Inc. is a private, faith based, non-profit,therapeutic foster care agency. Benchmark Family Services, Inc.(formally Lifeway for Youth Kentucky) was established in 2004. Thepurpose of Benchmark Family Services, Inc. is to provide stable andcaring homes for youth in need of out-of-home care. Our mission isto advocate for children by ensuring opportunities for healthyphysical, psychological and emotional growth and development in themost normal and least restrictive setting possible. To this end,Benchmark provides and coordinates programs and services incooperation with referring child welfare agencies. Benchmark FamilyCounties Served: DOOLY,MUSCOGEE,TALBOT,TAYLOR,TROUP,WILCOX





√ Medical Issues - Mild√ Medical Issues - Moderate√ Medical Issues - Severe√ Medically Fragile√ Oppositional/Defiant Behaviors Other Substance Use√ RAD√ Recent DJJ History√ Self-Injurious (Cutters)√ Sexual Abuse History√ Sexual Offenders√ Sexually Exploited√ Tobacco Use

Program ServicesCore Services/MRO Provider: N Private providersPsychiatric Facility Affiliation: N


Special Services (a √ next to an item below indicates this program offers that type of special service)√ Additional Respite to Caregivers√ Clothing Closet Educational Coordinator Father Engagement Program On-campus school√ Parent/Sibling Visitation Center/Room Transportation Services to Parents/Siblings for Visitation


DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile Benchmark Family Services, Inc (formerlyLifeway for Youth) (973) Site Address: 171 N. Main Street

Jonesboro, GA 30236 County: CLAYTON (Region 13) Phone: 770-210-8745Admissions:After Hours: On Call worker

404-909-5421Director: Tonika McMillon


License Type: CPA Vendor ID: 35445Opened: 2007 SHINES Resource ID: 8000058OPM Team: Green Accreditation Status: CARF



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Performance Based PlacementScores (FY15)Q1: 89.19% (B+) Q2: 76.51% (C) Q3: 89.62% (B+) Q4:


Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountAdministrative Assistant 2 Case Manager 5Executive Director 1 Placement Supervisor 1Recruiter and Training Specialist 1 Regional Director 1


Program DescriptionBenchmark Family Services, Inc. is a private, faith-based, non-profit,therapeutic foster care agency. Benchmark Family Services, Inc.(formally Lifeway for Youth Kentucky) was established in 2004. Thepurpose of Benchmark Family Services, Inc. is to provide stable andcaring homes for youth in need of out-of-home care. Our mission is toadvocate for children by ensuring opportunities for healthy physical,psychological and emotional growth and development in the mostnormal and least restrictive setting possible. To this end, Benchmarkprovides and coordinates programs and services in cooperation withreferring child welfare agencies. Benchmark Family Services, Inc. iscommitted to the hi

Counties Served:CLAYTON,COBB,COWETA,DEKALB,DOUGLAS,FAYETTE,FULTON,GWINNETT,HENRY,NEWTON,ROCKDALE,SPALDING,WALTON






Program ServicesCore Services/MRO Provider: N Creative Intervention SpecialistPsychiatric Facility Affiliation: N




DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile Benchmark Family Services, IncLawrenceville (5112) SiteAddress:

2080 Sugarloaf Parkway Suite 120-130 Lawrenceville,GA 30045

County: GWINNETT (Region 15) Phone: 770-338-0800Admissions:770-338-0800

[email protected]:

BFS Staff770-815-9446


LicenseType:

CPA Vendor ID:99719



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Performance Based PlacementScores (FY15)Q1: 71.44% (C-) Q2: 90.10% (A-) Q3: 81.13% (B-) Q4:


Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountAdministrative Assistant 2 Case Manager 6Executive Director 1 Recruiter and Training Specialist 1Regional Director 1


Program DescriptionBenchmark Family Services, Inc. is a private, faith based, non-profit,therapeutic foster care agency. Benchmark Family Services, Inc.(formally Lifeway for Youth Kentucky) was established in 2004. Thepurpose of Benchmark Family Services, Inc. is to provide stable andcaring homes for youth in need of out-of-home care. Our mission isto advocate for children by ensuring opportunities for healthyphysical, psychological and emotional growth and development in themost normal and least restrictive setting possible. To this end,Benchmark provides and coordinates programs and services incooperation with referring child welfare agencies. Benchmark FamilyCounties Served: BARROW,CLAYTON,DEKALB,FULTON,GWINNETT,HALL,WILCOX



Age/IQ/Gender Notes:Accepts clients ages 0-18 with no threshold on IQ. Accepts male andfemale clients.







DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile Benchmark Family Services, Inc Macon(5176) SiteAddress:

4931 Riverside Drive Bldg 200 - Suite A Macon, GA31210


[email protected]:

Elizabeth Greene478-283-1854


LicenseType:




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Performance Based PlacementScores (FY15)Q1: 87.64% (B+) Q2: 89.01% (B+) Q3: 85.28% (B) Q4:


Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountExecutive Director 1 Recruiter and Training Specialist 1Regional Director 2

Placement Types Accepted Program DescriptionBenchmark Family Services, Inc. is a private, faith-based, non-profit,therapeutic foster care agency. Benchmark Family Services, Inc.(formally Lifeway for Youth Kentucky) was established in 2004. Thepurpose of Benchmark Family Services, Inc. is to provide stable andcaring homes for youth in need of out-of-home care. Our mission isto advocate for children by ensuring opportunities for healthyphysical, psychological and emotional growth and development in themost normal and least restrictive setting possible. To this end,Benchmark provides and coordinates programs and services incooperation with referring child welfare agencies. Benchmark FamilyCounties Served: BALDWIN,BIBB,CRAWFORD,HOUSTON,JONES,LAURENS,MONROE


DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile Bethany Christian Services Atlanta (573) Site Address: 6645 Peachtree Dunwoody Road, NE

Atlanta, GA 30328 County: FULTON (Region 14) Phone: 770-455-7111Admissions:After Hours: Rotating On-Call Worker

404-210-3981Director: Nonyem Drayton

[email protected]

License Type: CPA Vendor ID: 35249Opened: 2000 SHINES Resource ID: 8000049OPM Team: Green Accreditation Status: N/A

Placements as of 6/15/15Total Children: 72MAAC Children: 0# Open Foster Homes: 36Capacity: 101% Capacity: 71%

DHS Region & County

Performance Based Placement Scores (FY15)Q1: 85.25% (B) Q2: 83.28% (B-) Q3: 65.19% (D) Q4:


Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountAdministrative Assistant 3 Executive Director 1Intake Worker 1 Paraprofessional 3Program Director 1 Recruiter and Training Coordinator 1Social Worker 7 Supervisor 1


Program DescriptionFoster care program which places children from Metro Atlanta andsurrounding cases.

Counties Served:CARROLL,CHATHAM,CHEROKEE,CLAYTON,COBB,DAWSON,DEKALB,DOUGLAS,FORSYTH,FULTON,GWINNETT,HALL,HENRY,HOUSTON,JACKSON,MURRAY,NEWTON,PAULDING,ROCKDALE,WALTON


DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile

Population ServedMales: 0 y 0 m - 18 y 11 m Females: 0 y 0 m - 18 y 11 m Minimum IQ: 40

Age/IQ/Gender Notes:IQ- Will evaluate case by case.





Special Services (a √ next to an item below indicates this program offers that type of special service)√ Additional Respite to Caregivers Clothing Closet Educational Coordinator Father Engagement Program On-campus school√ Parent/Sibling Visitation Center/Room√ Transportation Services to Parents/Siblings for Visitation


DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile Bethany Christian Services Columbus(574) SiteAddress:

3127 Tower Road Suite B-2 Columbus, GA31909

County: MUSCOGEE (Region 8) Phone: 706-576-5766 Admissions: 706-566-5620

[email protected] Hours: Kathryn Ricks

706 566-5620Director: Nonyem Drayton

[email protected]

LicenseType:

CPA Vendor ID:35248



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Performance Based PlacementScores (FY15)Q1: 87.71% (B+) Q2: 83.72% (B-) Q3: 91.34% (A-) Q4:


Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountAdministrative Assistant 1 Direct Care Supervisor 1Executive Director 1 Program Director 1Social Worker 1


Program DescriptionFoster Care program- CPA

Counties Served: DOUGHERTY,HARRIS,HOUSTON,MUSCOGEE,QUITMAN,TROUP



Age/IQ/Gender Notes:Will evaluated case by case

Youth Characteristics (a √ next to an item below indicates this program serves that type of youth)√ Autism√ Behavioral Issues - Mild√ Behavioral Issues - Moderate√ Behavioral Issues - Severe√ Delinquent Behaviors√ Developmentally Delayed√ Educational Issues - Mild√ Educational Issues - Moderate√ Educational Issues - Severe√ Emotional/Psychological Issues - Mild√ Emotional/Psychological Issues - Moderate Emotional/Psychological Issues - Severe Known/Suspected Marijuana Use

√ Medical Issues - Mild√ Medical Issues - Moderate√ Medical Issues - Severe Medically Fragile Oppositional/Defiant Behaviors√ Other Substance Use√ RAD√ Recent DJJ History√ Self-Injurious (Cutters)√ Sexual Abuse History√ Sexual Offenders√ Sexually Exploited√ Tobacco Use





DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile Bloom Our Youth (5208) SiteAddress:

150 Marquis Dr Fayetteville, GA 30214

County: FAYETTE (Region 4) Phone: 770-461-7020Admissions:770-460-6652

[email protected]:Director: Rebecca Davenport

[email protected]

LicenseType:


Opened: 2015 SHINES Resource ID: 16855143OPM Team: Accreditation Status:N/A

Placements as of6/15/15Total Children: 0MAAC Children: 0# Open FosterHomes:Capacity: 11% Capacity: 0%

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Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountAdministrative Assistant 1 Executive Director 1Program Director 1 Recruiter and Training Specialist 1Social Worker 2


Program Description

Counties Served: CLAYTON,COWETA,FAYETTE,ROCKDALE,TROUP


DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile Care4All Children Services, Inc.College Park (5206) SiteAddress:

1651 Phoenix Blvd. Suite 3 College Park, GA30349

County: CLAYTON (Region 13) Phone: 678-719-9677Admissions:After Hours:Director:

LicenseType:


Opened: SHINES Resource ID: 16855090OPM Team: Green Accreditation Status:N/A


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Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountCase Manager 1


Counties Served: CLAYTON,FULTON


DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile Care4All Children Services, Inc.Lawrenceville (5147) SiteAddress:

896 Legacy Park Dr Suite 101 Lawrenceville, GA 30043

County: GWINNETT (Region 15) Phone: 678-719-9677Admissions:678-719-9677

[email protected]:

LeAndra Ashby678-719-9677

Director: Veronica [email protected]

LicenseType:




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DHS Region & County

Performance Based PlacementScores (FY15)Q1: 88.30% (B+) Q2: 84.08% (B) Q3: 89.86% (B+) Q4:


Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountAdministrative Assistant 1 Case Manager 4Director 1 Executive Director 1Placement Supervisor 1 Supervisor 2

Placement Types AcceptedDFCS custodyDFCS/DJJ joint custodyEmancipated

Program DescriptionChild Placing Agency

Counties Served:BARROW,CLAYTON,COBB,DEKALB,DOUGLAS,FULTON,GWINNETT,HENRY,NEWTON,PAULDING,ROCKDALE



Age/IQ/Gender Notes:Male and Female children between the ages of birth to 21



Program ServicesCore Services/MRO Provider: N Ace Community Support ServicesPsychiatric Facility Affiliation: N


Special Services (a √ next to an item below indicates this program offers that type of special service)√ Additional Respite to Caregivers Clothing Closet Educational Coordinator Father Engagement Program On-campus school√ Parent/Sibling Visitation Center/Room Transportation Services to Parents/Siblings for Visitation


DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile Centerstone of Tennessee (5203) SiteAddress:

6110 Shallowford Rd Suite B Chattanooga, GA37421

County: Unknown (Region ) Phone: 615-604-8656Admissions:After Hours:Director:

LicenseType:




DHS Region & County


Program Designations RateTRAD $22.08BWO $29.89MWO $41.27SBWO $46.35



Counties Served:


County

County

DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile Childkind, Inc (583) Site Address: 3107 Clairmont Road, NE, Suite

A Atlanta, GA 30329


[email protected] Hours: On-Call Worker

404-319-9397Director: Karl Lehman

404-248-1980

License Type: CPA Vendor ID: 35271Opened: 1988 SHINES Resource ID: 8536288OPM Team: Green Accreditation Status: Other



DHS Region & County

Performance Based PlacementScores (FY15)Q1: 100.00% (A+) Q2: 94.75% (A) Q3: 96.39% (A) Q4:


Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountAdministrative Assistant 2 Behavior Specialist 1CEO 1 Family Service Worker 3Family Services Coordinator 9 Intake Worker 1Nurse 2 Program Director 1Quality Assurance Administrator 1 Recruiter and Training Coordinator 1Recruiter and Training Specialist 3 VP/COO 1


Program DescriptionChildkind, Inc. offers the range of Child Placement (CPA) servicesoutlined under the RBWO programming specializing in MedicallyFragile placements. Incorporated within these services, the agencyoffers medical oversight by licensed nurses, Support Groupprogramming and activities for the children served, supportservices/training opportunities for the Foster Parents, and intensivecase management by skilled and highly trained professional staff.

Counties Served:CLARKE,CLAYTON,COBB,DEKALB,DOUGLAS,FAYETTE,FULTON,GWINNETT,HALL,HENRY,NEWTON,PAULDING,ROCKDALE,WALTON



Age/IQ/Gender Notes:Primary determining factors for placement requests are determined by the specialhealthcare needs, not IQ.

Youth Characteristics (a √ next to an item below indicates this program serves that type of youth)√ Autism√ Behavioral Issues - Mild Behavioral Issues - Moderate Behavioral Issues - Severe Delinquent Behaviors√ Developmentally Delayed√ Educational Issues - Mild√ Educational Issues - Moderate√ Educational Issues - Severe√ Emotional/Psychological Issues - Mild Emotional/Psychological Issues - Moderate Emotional/Psychological Issues - Severe Known/Suspected Marijuana Use

√ Medical Issues - Mild√ Medical Issues - Moderate√ Medical Issues - Severe√ Medically Fragile Oppositional/Defiant Behaviors Other Substance Use√ RAD Recent DJJ History Self-Injurious (Cutters) Sexual Abuse History Sexual Offenders Sexually Exploited Tobacco Use

Program ServicesCore Services/MRO Provider: N Varies based on location of homePsychiatric Facility Affiliation: N




DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile Choices for Life Of GA Valdosta (943) SiteAddress:

2200 North Patterson Valdosta, GA 31602

County: LOWNDES (Region 11) Phone: 229 244-1707Admissions: 229-244-1707

[email protected] Hours: Sara Riley

229-244-1707Director: Sara Riley

[email protected]

LicenseType:

CPA Vendor ID:35275



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Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountCase Manager 4 Executive Director 1Quality Assurance Administrator 1


Program DescriptionChoices for Life of GA is distinguished by a competitive spirit andcollaborative heart, supported by its commitment to professionalismand personal concern. Choices for Life is dedicated to affectingpositive change in families and children with special needs. Bycombining the skills and resources of Choices for Life professionalteam in concert with state agencies, counselors and social workers,we will provide a nurturing environment that promotes safety, wellbeing and permanence.

Counties Served: BERRIEN,COOK,LOWNDES



Age/IQ/Gender Notes:Negotiable on Min IQ requirements based on daily level of functioning




Specialty Programs (a √ next to an item below indicates this program offers that type of specialty program) Campus-Based Group Home Community-Based Group Home (6-8 Beds) Independent Living Locked/Secure Facility MAAC Partner Maternity Home√ Medically Fragile Outdoor Camp Parenting Support (2nd Chance) Transitional Living



DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile CHRIS Kids, Inc. DBA: GatewayFoster Care (5166) SiteAddress:

1017 Fayetteville Road Atlanta, GA 30316

County: FULTON (Region 14) Phone: 404-844-4981Admissions: 404-416-9019



[email protected]

LicenseType:




DHS Region & County

Performance Based PlacementScores (FY15)Q1: 55.91% (F) Q2: 92.93% (A-) Q3: 57.51% (F) Q4:

Program Designations RateTRAD $22.08BWO $29.89TRAD,BWO,MWO $150.00

Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountCEO 1 Case Manager 1Program Director 1 VP/COO 1

Placement Types Accepted Program DescriptionThe Gateway to Adoption Home is a home specifically designed toprepare children for adoption. The children referred to the home bythe state of Georgia office are chosen either sibling groups who havebeen seperated while in foster care or children available for adoptionwho have had difficulty with previous placements. The Gateway toAdoption Home provides an Adoption Therapist who works regularlywith the children to address their individual issues, as well as, workson family and sibling relationships. There is also an AdoptionSpecialist who works with the children to prepare them for adoptionand to seek out families who may be a potential match for theCounties Served: CHEROKEE,COBB,DEKALB,DOUGLAS,FULTON,GWINNETT,WALTON


DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile Community Connections (586) SiteAddress:

2300 West Park Place Blvd. Suite 114 Stone Mountain, GA30087


[email protected]:

Kimberly Brown678-294-7562

Director: Karen [email protected]

LicenseType:

CPA Vendor ID:35292



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Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountAdministrative Assistant 1 Director 2Intake Worker 1 Recruiter and Training Coordinator 2Social Worker 5 Supervisor 2


Program DescriptionCommunity Connections, Inc. is a domestic nonprofit foster care andadoption program governed by a Board of Directors to ensurecompliance with state law and regulations. Children served will befrom the ages of newborn to 21 years. The agency will function as aChild Placing Agency by providing foster and adoptive homes andsupport services for Room Board & Watchful Oversight (RBWO)children in all Program Categories (Traditional, Base WO, Max WO,Specialty Base WO, Specialty Max WO, Specialty Medically FragileWO), and who are in the temporary legal custody of the Departmentof Family and Children Services (DFACS). Children with RBWO needsCounties Served: COBB,DEKALB,DOUGLAS,FULTON,GWINNETT,HENRY,NEWTON,ROCKDALE,WALTON




Youth Characteristics (a √ next to an item below indicates this program serves that type of youth)√ Autism√ Behavioral Issues - Mild√ Behavioral Issues - Moderate√ Behavioral Issues - Severe Delinquent Behaviors√ Developmentally Delayed√ Educational Issues - Mild√ Educational Issues - Moderate√ Educational Issues - Severe√ Emotional/Psychological Issues - Mild√ Emotional/Psychological Issues - Moderate√ Emotional/Psychological Issues - Severe Known/Suspected Marijuana Use

√ Medical Issues - Mild√ Medical Issues - Moderate√ Medical Issues - Severe√ Medically Fragile√ Oppositional/Defiant Behaviors Other Substance Use√ RAD Recent DJJ History Self-Injurious (Cutters)√ Sexual Abuse History Sexual Offenders√ Sexually Exploited Tobacco Use

Program ServicesCore Services/MRO Provider: N PathwaysPsychiatric Facility Affiliation: N


Special Services (a √ next to an item below indicates this program offers that type of special service) Additional Respite to Caregivers Clothing Closet Educational Coordinator Father Engagement Program On-campus school Parent/Sibling Visitation Center/Room Transportation Services to Parents/Siblings for Visitation Other: N/A


DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile Devereux GA Treatment NetworkSpecialty Foster Care (621) SiteAddress:

1291 Stanley Rd. Kennesaw, GA 30512

County: COBB (Region 15) Phone: 770-427-0147Admissions: 770-427-0147

[email protected] Hours: After Hours Number

678-303-2705Director: Gwen Skinner

[email protected]

LicenseType:

CPA Vendor ID:35305



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Program Designations RateTRAD $21.44BWO $29.02MWO $40.07SBWO $45.00SMWO $69.00

Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountAdministrative Assistant 2 Case Manager 4Executive Director 1 Program Manager 1Recruiter and Training Specialist 1 Supervisor 1


Program DescriptionDevereux Therapeutic Foster Care provides foster homes to DFCSfoster children who have been emotionally, physically and sexuallyabused.

Counties Served:CARROLL,CHEROKEE,COBB,DEKALB,DOUGLAS,FULTON,GWINNETT,PAULDING,WALTON




Youth Characteristics (a √ next to an item below indicates this program serves that type of youth)√ Autism√ Behavioral Issues - Mild√ Behavioral Issues - Moderate√ Behavioral Issues - Severe Delinquent Behaviors√ Developmentally Delayed√ Educational Issues - Mild√ Educational Issues - Moderate√ Educational Issues - Severe√ Emotional/Psychological Issues - Mild√ Emotional/Psychological Issues - Moderate√ Emotional/Psychological Issues - Severe√ Known/Suspected Marijuana Use


Program ServicesCore Services/MRO Provider: N Creative InterventionsPsychiatric Facility Affiliation: Y Primarily Refer To: Devereux Georgia Treatment Network




DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile Eckerd Youth Alternatives (5201) SiteAddress:

68 South Avenue Marietta, GA 30061

County: COBB (Region 15) Phone: 727-461-2990Admissions:After Hours:Director:

LicenseType:

CPA Vendor ID:35319



DHS Region & County


Program Designations RateBWO $29.89MWO $41.27SBWO $46.35SMWO $71.07



Counties Served:


DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile Elks Aidmore Children's Center Child Placing Agency (5120) Site Address: 2394 Morrison Road

Conyers, GA 30094 County: ROCKDALE (Region 13) Phone: 770-483-3535Admissions: 7704833535 ex28

[email protected] Hours: Foster Care On-Call

(470) 385-9157Director:



DHS Region & County

Performance Based Placement Scores (FY15)Q1: 81.64% (B-) Q2: 79.07% (C+) Q3: 89.12% (B+) Q4:


Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountAdministrative Assistant 4 Family Service Worker 3Family Services Coordinator 4 Intake Worker 1Program Director 1 Recruiter and Training Coordinator 1Recruiter and Training Specialist 2 Supervisor 1


Program DescriptionElks Aidmore, Inc. has been operating as a CCI for over 20-yearsoffering residential services for adolescent females. In April of 2012,we have expanded our services to include therapeutic foster care tochildren and adolescent b/w the ages of 4-21.

Counties Served:BARROW,BUTTS,CLARKE,CLAYTON,COBB,DEKALB,DOUGLAS,FULTON,GREENE,GWINNETT,HENRY,JASPER,LOWNDES,NEWTON,OGLETHORPE,ROCKDALE,WALTON



Population ServedMales: 4 y 0 m - 18 y 11 m Females: 4 y 0 m - 18 y 11 m Minimum IQ:






Special Services (a √ next to an item below indicates this program offers that type of special service)√ Additional Respite to Caregivers Clothing Closet Educational Coordinator Father Engagement Program On-campus school Parent/Sibling Visitation Center/Room√ Transportation Services to Parents/Siblings for Visitation


DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile Elks Aidmore Children's CenterValdosta (5179) SiteAddress:

300 N. St. Augustine Road Valdosta, GA 31601

County: LOWNDES (Region 11) Phone: 229-244-3020Admissions: 229-244-3020

[email protected] Hours: Cathy Burks

229 292-4102Director:

LicenseType:

CPA Vendor ID:33264



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Performance Based PlacementScores (FY15)Q1: 72.48% (C-) Q2: 98.62% (A+) Q3: 98.70% (A+) Q4:


Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountAdministrative Assistant 2 Director 1Family Service Worker 1 Family Services Coordinator 1Recruiter and Training Coordinator 1

Placement Types Accepted Program DescriptionElks Aidmore, Inc. has been operating as a CCI for over 20-yearsoffering residential services for adolescent females. In April of 2012,we have expanded our services to include therapeutic foster care tochildren and adolescent b/w the ages of 4-21.

Counties Served: BERRIEN,BROOKS,LOWNDES


DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile ENA, Inc., dba NECCO (formerly GASAFE) Albany (672) Site Address: 2231 Dawson Rd.

Suite U Albany, GA 31707 County: DOUGHERTY (Region 10) Phone: 229-299-5095Admissions: 229-299-5095

[email protected]

After Hours: Dana Oosterveen229-329-0540

Director: Dana [email protected]

License Type: CPA Vendor ID: 84512Opened: 2003 SHINES Resource ID: 8507502OPM Team: Red Accreditation Status: COA



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Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountAdministrative Assistant 1 Case Manager 6Program Director 1 Quality Assurance Administrator 1Recruiter and Training Coordinator 1 Recruiter and Training Specialist 1


Program DescriptionCPA - specialized foster care serving children in DFCS custody whomay exhibit problems related to developmental disabilities, medicalissues or behavioral/emotional issues.

Counties Served:BROOKS,CALHOUN,COBB,COLQUITT,DOUGHERTY,LEE,LOWNDES,MITCHELL,SUMTER,TERRELL,THOMAS,WORTH





√ Medical Issues - Mild√ Medical Issues - Moderate√ Medical Issues - Severe Medically Fragile√ Oppositional/Defiant Behaviors√ Other Substance Use√ RAD√ Recent DJJ History√ Self-Injurious (Cutters)√ Sexual Abuse History√ Sexual Offenders√ Sexually Exploited√ Tobacco Use





DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile ENA, Inc., dba NECCO (formerly GASAFE) Jonesboro (4289) SiteAddress:

9556 Tara Blvd. Suite 400 Jonesboro, GA30236


[email protected] After Hours: On call Case Manager

404-399-4442Director:

LicenseType:

CPA Vendor ID:84514



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DHS Region & County

Performance Based PlacementScores (FY15)Q1: 84.99% (B) Q2: 87.07% (B+) Q3: 85.25% (B) Q4:


Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountAdministrative Assistant 1 Case Manager 6Program Director 1 Quality Assurance Administrator 1Recruiter and Training Coordinator 2


Program DescriptionCPA - specialized foster care

Counties Served:CLAYTON,COBB,DEKALB,DOUGLAS,FAYETTE,FULTON,GWINNETT,HENRY,PAULDING,ROCKDALE,WALTON








Special Services (a √ next to an item below indicates this program offers that type of special service)√ Additional Respite to Caregivers Clothing Closet Educational Coordinator Father Engagement Program On-campus school Parent/Sibling Visitation Center/Room√ Transportation Services to Parents/Siblings for Visitation Other: ILP


DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile ENA, Inc., dba NECCO (formerly GASAFE) Macon (675) Site Address: 150 North Crest Boulevard

Macon, GA 31210 County: HOUSTON (Region 6) Phone: 478-254-2902Admissions: 478-254-2902

[email protected]

After Hours: On Call Person1-478-954-7965

Director: Mavis [email protected]




DHS Region & County

Performance Based PlacementScores (FY15)Q1: 89.47% (B+) Q2: 92.60% (A-) Q3: 91.54% (A-) Q4:


Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountAdministrative Assistant 1 Case Manager 5Executive Director 1 Life Coach 1Program Director 1 Quality Assurance Administrator 1Recruiter and Training Coordinator 2


Program DescriptionENA, Inc. dba Necco provides specialized foster care and adoptionservices for children including all RBWO levels. Specialized foster carefor both DFCS & DJJ.

Counties Served:BALDWIN,BIBB,BLECKLEY,BUTTS,CRAWFORD,DODGE,HANCOCK,HOUSTON,JEFFERSON,MONROE,PEACH,TWIGGS






Program ServicesCore Services/MRO Provider: N Rivers Edge, Oconee CenterPsychiatric Facility Affiliation: N




DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile ENA, Inc., dba NECCO (formerly GASAFE) Martinez (673) SiteAddress:

4424 Columbia Rd. Suite B Martinez, GA30907

County: COLUMBIA (Region 7) Phone: 706-210-3435Admissions: 706-210-3435

[email protected] Hours: Necco Crisis Line

740-861-0897Director: Mavis Wiliamson

[email protected]

LicenseType:

CPA Vendor ID:84510



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DHS Region & County

Performance Based PlacementScores (FY15)Q1: 91.27% (A-) Q2: 88.20% (B+) Q3: 90.07% (A-) Q4:


Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountAdministrative Assistant 3 Case Manager 4Executive Director 1 Life Coach 1Program Director 1 Quality Assurance Administrator 1Recruiter and Training Specialist 1


Program DescriptionNECCO- Augusta is a specialized foster care agency that providescare from Birth to 21 years of age. We serve youth with designationsfrom traditional to Specialty Medically fragile. We accept youth afterhours.We provide 24 hour support as well as coordinating servicesfor the youth we serve.

Counties Served: BURKE,COLUMBIA,MCDUFFIE,RICHMOND,SUMTER



Age/IQ/Gender Notes:Necco Augusta is open to accepting and serving all youth regardless ofage,IQ, or gender.



Program ServicesCore Services/MRO Provider: N TWI INC.Psychiatric Facility Affiliation: Y Primarily Refer To: Medical College of Georgia




DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile Faithbridge Foster Care Atlanta (974) Site Address: 2655 Northwinds Pkwy.

Alpharetta, GA 30009 County: FULTON (Region 14) Phone: 678-690-7114Admissions: 678-690-7114

[email protected] Hours: Referral Line

678-690-7114Director: Jessi Esterling

[email protected]




DHS Region & County

Performance Based PlacementScores (FY15)Q1: 94.62% (A) Q2: 87.66% (B+) Q3: 90.23% (A-) Q4:


Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountAdministrative Assistant 6 CEO 1Case Manager 11 Director 3Executive Director 1 Paraprofessional 2Quality Assurance Administrator 1 Recruiter and Training Specialist 2Social Worker 1


Program DescriptionFaithBridge Foster Care works within and partners with localchurches to create independent foster care ministries around a smallgroup model, called the Community of CareSM, which provides fosterfamilies with support and resources. This relationship-enhancedmodel creates increased foster family capacity with built-in stabilityand quality, bringing children and families together in a safe, lovingChristian community. FaithBridge Foster Care's strategy helps to bringtogether an entire community of caring individuals--professionals,pastors and volunteers--who surround children and families in loving,nurturing relationships and who help bridge the emotional traumasoften caused by negleCounties Served:

BARTOW,CHEROKEE,CLAYTON,COBB,DAWSON,DEKALB,DOUGLAS,FLOYD,FORSYTH,FULTON,GWINNETT,HALL,HENRY,PAULDING




Youth Characteristics (a √ next to an item below indicates this program serves that type of youth) Autism√ Behavioral Issues - Mild√ Behavioral Issues - Moderate Behavioral Issues - Severe Delinquent Behaviors√ Developmentally Delayed√ Educational Issues - Mild√ Educational Issues - Moderate√ Educational Issues - Severe√ Emotional/Psychological Issues - Mild√ Emotional/Psychological Issues - Moderate Emotional/Psychological Issues - Severe Known/Suspected Marijuana Use

√ Medical Issues - Mild√ Medical Issues - Moderate√ Medical Issues - Severe√ Medically Fragile Oppositional/Defiant Behaviors Other Substance Use√ RAD Recent DJJ History Self-Injurious (Cutters)√ Sexual Abuse History Sexual Offenders Sexually Exploited√ Tobacco Use



Special Services (a √ next to an item below indicates this program offers that type of special service)√ Additional Respite to Caregivers Clothing Closet Educational Coordinator Father Engagement Program On-campus school√ Parent/Sibling Visitation Center/Room√ Transportation Services to Parents/Siblings for Visitation Other: Community of Care/Volunteer Support


DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile Faithbridge Foster Care Brunswick(5185) SiteAddress:

1400 Norwich Street Brunswick, GA 31520

County: GLYNN (Region 12) Phone: 678-690-7112Admissions:9122238004

[email protected]:

Referral Line 678-690-7114

Director: Jessi Esterling [email protected]

LicenseType:




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DHS Region & County

Performance Based PlacementScores (FY15)Q1: N/A Q2: N/A Q3: 102.44% (A+) Q4:

Program Designations RateBWO $29.89MWO $41.27SBWO $46.35SMWO $71.07SMFWO $83.43

Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountAdministrative Assistant 2 Case Manager 1Director 1 Executive Director 1Quality Assurance Administrator 1


Counties Served: GLYNN


DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile Families First Foster Care Program(639) SiteAddress:

1105 W. Peachtree St. Atlanta, GA 30309

County: FULTON (Region 14) Phone: 404-853-2829Admissions: 4048532829

[email protected] Hours: Case Specialist rotation

4043106056Director: Kim Anderson

[email protected]

LicenseType:

CPA Vendor ID:35335



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DHS Region & County

Performance Based PlacementScores (FY15)Q1: 82.18% (B-) Q2: 90.02% (A-) Q3: 85.70% (B) Q4:


Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountAdministrative Assistant 2 CEO 1Director 1 HSP (Human Services Professional) 3Program Manager 2 Quality Assurance Administrator 1Recruiter and Training Specialist 1 VP/COO 1


Program DescriptionFamilies First offers temporary foster care for abused, neglected andabandoned chidlren. Young children are placed in the homes ofapproved foster parents who are careflly screened, trained andsupervised by the agency. Consideration is given to keeping a childas close to his or her original home location in placement decisionsand consideration is gievn for sibling groups placment in the samefoster home. All homes are reviewed annually for complaince ofbasic health and saftey standards.

Counties Served:CLAYTON,COBB,DEKALB,DOUGLAS,FULTON,GLASCOCK,GWINNETT,PAULDING,SPALDING




Youth Characteristics (a √ next to an item below indicates this program serves that type of youth)√ Autism√ Behavioral Issues - Mild√ Behavioral Issues - Moderate Behavioral Issues - Severe√ Delinquent Behaviors√ Developmentally Delayed√ Educational Issues - Mild√ Educational Issues - Moderate√ Educational Issues - Severe√ Emotional/Psychological Issues - Mild√ Emotional/Psychological Issues - Moderate Emotional/Psychological Issues - Severe√ Known/Suspected Marijuana Use


Program ServicesCore Services/MRO Provider: N House of PreparationPsychiatric Facility Affiliation: N


Special Services (a √ next to an item below indicates this program offers that type of special service)√ Additional Respite to Caregivers√ Clothing Closet√ Educational Coordinator√ Father Engagement Program On-campus school Parent/Sibling Visitation Center/Room Transportation Services to Parents/Siblings for Visitation


DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile Georgia Agape (655) SiteAddress:

3094 Mercer University Dr. Suite 200 Atlanta, GA30341

County: DEKALB (Region 14) Phone: 770-452-9995Admissions: 404 840-6261

[email protected] Hours: On Call Placement

404 889-2685Director: Doug Mead

[email protected]

LicenseType:

CPA Vendor ID:35356



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Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountAdministrative Assistant 3 Case Manager 4Clinical Director 1 Director 1Program Director 1 Recruiter and Training Coordinator 1


Program DescriptionGeorgia Agape serves children ages newborn to 18 in foster care,traditional, base with oversight and maximum with oversight needs.Developing a counseling program centered on marital, individual andadoption areas.

Counties Served:CHEROKEE,COBB,DEKALB,FULTON,GWINNETT,HALL,HENRY,NEWTON,PAULDING,ROCKDALE,WALTON



Age/IQ/Gender Notes:Not able to serve children with IQ of about 65 or below, with someexceptions relating to Fetal Alcohol, etc.

Youth Characteristics (a √ next to an item below indicates this program serves that type of youth) Autism√ Behavioral Issues - Mild√ Behavioral Issues - Moderate Behavioral Issues - Severe Delinquent Behaviors√ Developmentally Delayed√ Educational Issues - Mild√ Educational Issues - Moderate Educational Issues - Severe√ Emotional/Psychological Issues - Mild√ Emotional/Psychological Issues - Moderate Emotional/Psychological Issues - Severe Known/Suspected Marijuana Use

√ Medical Issues - Mild√ Medical Issues - Moderate Medical Issues - Severe√ Medically Fragile√ Oppositional/Defiant Behaviors Other Substance Use√ RAD Recent DJJ History Self-Injurious (Cutters)√ Sexual Abuse History Sexual Offenders Sexually Exploited Tobacco Use



Special Services (a √ next to an item below indicates this program offers that type of special service)√ Additional Respite to Caregivers√ Clothing Closet Educational Coordinator Father Engagement Program On-campus school√ Parent/Sibling Visitation Center/Room√ Transportation Services to Parents/Siblings for Visitation Other: Diapers, limited furniture, mentoring birth parents


DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile Georgia Hope, Inc. Georgia Hope(5182) SiteAddress:

4915 Lake Forest Drive SE Conyers, GA 30094

County: ROCKDALE (Region 13) Phone: 770-344-8704Admissions:After Hours: Janine Porter

770-344-8704Director: Janine Porter

[email protected]

LicenseType:




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DHS Region & County

Performance Based PlacementScores (FY15)Q1: 73.27% (C-) Q2: 56.41% (F) Q3: 56.37% (F) Q4:


Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountAdministrative Assistant 1 Case Manager 2Child Care Worker 1 Director 1HSP (Human Services Professional) 1 Recruiter and Training Specialist 1


Program DescriptionChild placing agency for foster care and adoption for programdesignations traditional, Base WO, Max WO, SBWO, SMWO andSMFWO.

Counties Served:BARROW,CHEROKEE,CLAYTON,DEKALB,FAYETTE,GWINNETT,NEWTON,ROCKDALE,WALTON



Age/IQ/Gender Notes:Minimum IQ applicants will be served on a case by case basis takinginto consideration the child's other needs and an available certifiedhome.

Youth Characteristics (a √ next to an item below indicates this program serves that type of youth)√ Autism√ Behavioral Issues - Mild√ Behavioral Issues - Moderate Behavioral Issues - Severe√ Delinquent Behaviors√ Developmentally Delayed√ Educational Issues - Mild√ Educational Issues - Moderate√ Educational Issues - Severe√ Emotional/Psychological Issues - Mild√ Emotional/Psychological Issues - Moderate Emotional/Psychological Issues - Severe√ Known/Suspected Marijuana Use


Program ServicesCore Services/MRO Provider: N Ray of Hope Counseling Services, Inc.Psychiatric Facility Affiliation: Y Primarily Refer To: Pathways


Special Services (a √ next to an item below indicates this program offers that type of special service)√ Additional Respite to Caregivers√ Clothing Closet Educational Coordinator Father Engagement Program On-campus school√ Parent/Sibling Visitation Center/Room Transportation Services to Parents/Siblings for Visitation


DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile Georgia Parent Support Network (670) Site Address: 1381 Metropolitan Pkwy.

Atlanta, GA 30310 County: FULTON (Region 14) Phone: 404-758-4500Admissions: 404-758-4500 X207

[email protected] Hours: TFC ON Call Number

(770) 256-8565Director: Sue Smith

404-758-4500 ext [email protected]

License Type: CPA Vendor ID: 35378Opened: 1996 SHINES Resource ID: 8507303OPM Team: Green Accreditation Status: COA



DHS Region & County

Performance Based PlacementScores (FY15)Q1: 99.87% (A+) Q2: 91.77% (A-) Q3: 95.49% (A) Q4:


Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountAdministrative Assistant 1 CEO 1Case Manager 5 Clinical Director 1Director 1 Program Director 1Recruiter and Training Coordinator 1 Recruiter and Training Specialist 1Supervisor 2


Program DescriptionGeorgia Parent Support Network provides Respite and RBWO services forfoster care children in DFCS and DJJ custody. Specialize in working withchidlren and youth with severe emotional and behavioral challenges.

Counties Served:CARROLL,CLAYTON,COBB,DEKALB,DOUGLAS,FAYETTE,FULTON,GWINNETT,HALL,HENRY,NEWTON,PAULDING,ROCKDALE






Program ServicesCore Services/MRO Provider: N We Defer to DFCS Case Manager's PreferencePsychiatric Facility Affiliation: N


Special Services (a √ next to an item below indicates this program offers that type of special service)√ Additional Respite to Caregivers√ Clothing Closet Educational Coordinator Father Engagement Program On-campus school Parent/Sibling Visitation Center/Room Transportation Services to Parents/Siblings for Visitation


DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile Giving Children A Chance of Georgia(981) SiteAddress:

11805 Northfall Lane Suite 803 Alpharetta, GA30009

County: FULTON (Region 14) Phone: 770-255-1018Admissions: (770) 255-1018

[email protected] Hours: Susan Lister

(770) 255-1018Director: Susan Lister


LicenseType:

CPA Vendor ID:40276



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Performance Based PlacementScores (FY15)Q1: 93.43% (A-) Q2: 97.26% (A+) Q3: 98.82% (A+) Q4:


Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountCase Manager 2 Clinical Director 1Direct Care Supervisor 1 Director 1Quality Assurance Administrator 1 Social Worker 2


Program DescriptionChild Placing Agency accepting males and females ages 0-21.

Counties Served:BARROW,CHEROKEE,COBB,DEKALB,FORSYTH,FULTON,GWINNETT,PAULDING,WALTON




Youth Characteristics (a √ next to an item below indicates this program serves that type of youth)√ Autism√ Behavioral Issues - Mild√ Behavioral Issues - Moderate√ Behavioral Issues - Severe Delinquent Behaviors√ Developmentally Delayed√ Educational Issues - Mild√ Educational Issues - Moderate√ Educational Issues - Severe√ Emotional/Psychological Issues - Mild√ Emotional/Psychological Issues - Moderate√ Emotional/Psychological Issues - Severe√ Known/Suspected Marijuana Use

√ Medical Issues - Mild√ Medical Issues - Moderate√ Medical Issues - Severe√ Medically Fragile√ Oppositional/Defiant Behaviors Other Substance Use√ RAD Recent DJJ History Self-Injurious (Cutters)√ Sexual Abuse History Sexual Offenders√ Sexually Exploited Tobacco Use



Special Services (a √ next to an item below indicates this program offers that type of special service)√ Additional Respite to Caregivers√ Clothing Closet√ Educational Coordinator Father Engagement Program On-campus school√ Parent/Sibling Visitation Center/Room√ Transportation Services to Parents/Siblings for Visitation Other: Provide extra-curricular, tutoring and additional medical services that are not covered byMedicaid


DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile Goshen Valley Foundation GoshenHomes (5200) SiteAddress:

505 Brown Industrial Waleska, GA 30183

County: CHEROKEE (Region 3) Phone: 404-788-1732Admissions:After Hours:Director: Donnis Steele

[email protected]

LicenseType:




DHS Region & County


Program Designations RateTRAD $22.08BWO $29.89MWO $41.27SBWO $46.35SMWO $71.07SMFWO $83.43TRAD,BWO,MWO $118.00

Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountCase Manager 2 Executive Director 1


Program DescriptionGoshen Homes, a subsidiary of Goshen Valley Foundation, is a faithbased, nonprofit foster care agency, partnering with DFCS in Region3 (Cherokee, Bartow, and surrounding counties) to provide homesfor sibling groups that would otherwise not live together while infoster care. Goshen Homes is designed to bring siblings together instable and caring homes by providing professional services for thewhole family through foster families, case managers, counselors andother professionals, with support through local churches andcommunity partners, while advocating for the physical,psychological, emotional and spiritual growth and development ofCounties Served: CHEROKEE




Youth Characteristics (a √ next to an item below indicates this program serves that type of youth)√ Autism√ Behavioral Issues - Mild Behavioral Issues - Moderate Behavioral Issues - Severe√ Delinquent Behaviors√ Developmentally Delayed√ Educational Issues - Mild√ Educational Issues - Moderate Educational Issues - Severe√ Emotional/Psychological Issues - Mild√ Emotional/Psychological Issues - Moderate Emotional/Psychological Issues - Severe√ Known/Suspected Marijuana Use

√ Medical Issues - Mild√ Medical Issues - Moderate Medical Issues - Severe√ Medically Fragile√ Oppositional/Defiant Behaviors Other Substance Use√ RAD Recent DJJ History Self-Injurious (Cutters)√ Sexual Abuse History Sexual Offenders Sexually Exploited Tobacco Use

Program ServicesCore Services/MRO Provider: N Focus Psychiatric Facility Affiliation: N




DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile Hillside Connections Program (700) Site Address: 1301 Monroe Drive

Atlanta, GA 30306 County: FULTON (Region 14) Phone: 404-875-4551Admissions: 404-328-6885

[email protected] Hours: Helen Arnold

404-328-6885Director:




DHS Region & County

Performance Based PlacementScores (FY15)Q1: 95.26% (A) Q2: 99.42% (A+) Q3: 93.66% (A-) Q4:


Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountAdministrative Assistant 1 CEO 1Family Service Worker 2 Program Director 1Program Manager 1 Recruiter and Training Specialist 1


Program DescriptionHillside Connections Program is part of the continuum of care offered byHillside, Inc. to serve children and adolescents with serious emotionaland behavioral difficulties. In keeping with the organization’scommitment to providing services in the least restricted environment, theConnections Program is an alternative to hospitalization andinstitutionalization. Hillside, Inc. is a MAAC partner.

Counties Served:CARROLL,CLAYTON,DEKALB,DOUGLAS,FAYETTE,GWINNETT,HENRY,NEWTON,PAULDING,ROCKDALE,WALTON



Age/IQ/Gender Notes:Several of our foster homes are skilled at parenting youth with developmentaldelays and severe emotional and behavioral problems.


√ Medical Issues - Mild√ Medical Issues - Moderate Medical Issues - Severe Medically Fragile√ Oppositional/Defiant Behaviors Other Substance Use√ RAD√ Recent DJJ History√ Self-Injurious (Cutters)√ Sexual Abuse History√ Sexual Offenders√ Sexually Exploited√ Tobacco Use

Program ServicesCore Services/MRO Provider: N variousPsychiatric Facility Affiliation: Y Primarily Refer To: Hillside, Inc. PRTF


Special Services (a √ next to an item below indicates this program offers that type of special service)√ Additional Respite to Caregivers Clothing Closet Educational Coordinator Father Engagement Program On-campus school Parent/Sibling Visitation Center/Room√ Transportation Services to Parents/Siblings for Visitation Other: Independent Living Program/Activities, Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Skills Training


DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile Laurel Heights Hospital -UniversalHealth Laurel Heights CPA (722) SiteAddress:

934 Briarcliff Rd., NE Atlanta, GA 30306

County: FULTON (Region 14) Phone: 404-888-7860Admissions: 404-888-6040

[email protected] Hours: Toni Berry

678-760-3766Director:

LicenseType:

CPA Vendor ID:35443



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DHS Region & County

Performance Based PlacementScores (FY15)Q1: 82.57% (B-) Q2: 81.65% (B-) Q3: 76.96% (C) Q4:


Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountFamily Services Coordinator 3 Program Director 1


Program DescriptionLaurel Heights serves children and adolescents with seriousemotional difficulties who can be safely managed by specially trainedfoster parents. Family Consultants and the Program Director have allworked in intensive residential treatment settings so have significantexperience in managing the behavioral challenges and understandingthe needs of this population. Our foster parents have primarilyworked with children stepping down from intensive residentialtreatment or PRTFs. We primariy work with children who have aneed for Specialty services as our staff have the expertise to workwith this population and our program is small (30 - 35 children)Counties Served: CLAYTON,COBB,DEKALB,DOUGLAS,FULTON,GWINNETT,HENRY,NEWTON





√ Medical Issues - Mild√ Medical Issues - Moderate Medical Issues - Severe Medically Fragile√ Oppositional/Defiant Behaviors Other Substance Use√ RAD√ Recent DJJ History Self-Injurious (Cutters)√ Sexual Abuse History√ Sexual Offenders Sexually Exploited√ Tobacco Use

Program ServicesCore Services/MRO Provider: N Variety of providers depends on location of the foster homePsychiatric Facility Affiliation: Y Primarily Refer To: Laurel Heights


Special Services (a √ next to an item below indicates this program offers that type of special service)√ Additional Respite to Caregivers Clothing Closet Educational Coordinator Father Engagement Program√ On-campus school Parent/Sibling Visitation Center/Room Transportation Services to Parents/Siblings for Visitation


DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile Lighthouse Therapeutic Foster Care(727) SiteAddress:

35 Mountain Street Ringgold, GA 30736-2045

County: CATOOSA (Region 1) Phone: 706-937-4236Admissions: 423-400-9299

[email protected] Hours: Monty Chancey or Eric

Coney 423 400 9299

Director: Karen Chancey

[email protected]

LicenseType:

CPA Vendor ID:35446



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Performance Based PlacementScores (FY15)Q1: 93.34% (A-) Q2: 89.21% (B+) Q3: 87.94% (B+) Q4:

Program Designations RateTRAD $22.08BWO $29.89MWO $41.27SMWO $71.07SMFWO $83.43

Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountAdministrative Assistant 1 Case Manager 3Director 2 Executive Director 1Program Director 1 Regional Director 1


Program DescriptionLighthouse Foster Care, located in Ringgold, GA is a private,non-profit, child placing agency. We specialize in providing qualitycare for foster children by finding caring and stable homes.

Counties Served: BARTOW,CATOOSA,GILMER,GORDON,MURRAY,WALKER,WHITFIELD





√ Medical Issues - Mild√ Medical Issues - Moderate√ Medical Issues - Severe√ Medically Fragile√ Oppositional/Defiant Behaviors√ Other Substance Use RAD√ Recent DJJ History√ Self-Injurious (Cutters)√ Sexual Abuse History Sexual Offenders Sexually Exploited√ Tobacco Use

Program ServicesCore Services/MRO Provider: N NAPsychiatric Facility Affiliation: N




DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile Lighthouse Therapeutic Foster CareStockbridge (5186) SiteAddress:

120 N. Berry St. Suite 3 Stockbridge, GA30281

County: HENRY (Region 13) Phone: 770-912-4766Admissions:770.912.4766

[email protected]:

Reshanda Sims770.912.4766

Director: Reshanda [email protected]

LicenseType:




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DHS Region & County

Performance Based PlacementScores (FY15)Q1: 98.73% (A+) Q2: 97.27% (A+) Q3: 93.97% (A-) Q4:


Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountAdministrative Assistant 1 Case Manager 3Director 1


Program DescriptionThe Stockbridge Office of Lighthouse Therapeutic Foster Care wasopened on July 1, 2014. This is an Add-On CPA Office for the Mainoffice in Ringgold, Ga. Program Description and Services Provided isthe Same.

Counties Served: CLAYTON,DEKALB,FULTON,GWINNETT,HENRY,NEWTON,PAULDING


DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile Lookout Mountain CommunityServices Board TREKProgram/Cartersville (5199) SiteAddress:

25 East Main Street Suite A Cartersville, GA30120

County: BARTOW (Region 3) Phone: 706-676-4062Admissions: 706676-4062

[email protected] Hours: Sherry Cook

706-676-4062Director: Tom Ford

[email protected]

LicenseType:

CPA Vendor ID:15004



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DHS Region & County

Performance Based PlacementScores (FY15)Q1: N/A Q2: 4.00% (F) Q3: 93.02% (A-) Q4:


Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountCEO 1 Case Manager 1Director 1 Recruiter and Training Coordinator 1Recruiter and Training Specialist 1 Supervisor 1


Program DescriptionCPA Traditional, BWO, MWO, SBWO, SMWO, SMFWO

Counties Served: BARTOW,CHEROKEE,COBB,DOUGLAS,FLOYD,GORDON,PAULDING,POLK


DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile Lookout Mountain CommunityServices Board TREKProgram/Forsyth (5146) SiteAddress:

44 Harris Street Forsyth, GA 31029

County: MONROE (Region 6) Phone: 478-993-5357Admissions: 706-806-1211

[email protected] Hours: Nakkesha Butler

478-993-5357Director: Tom Ford

[email protected]

LicenseType:




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DHS Region & County

Performance Based PlacementScores (FY15)Q1: 89.40% (B+) Q2: 87.00% (B) Q3: 91.14% (A-) Q4:


Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountAdministrative Assistant 2 CEO 1Case Manager 1 Program Director 1Recruiter and Training Specialist 1 Social Worker 1


Program DescriptionRBWO - Traditional, BWO, MWO, SBWO, SMWO, SMFWO

Counties Served: BIBB,DOUGLAS,HENRY,PEACH,TAYLOR





√ Medical Issues - Mild√ Medical Issues - Moderate√ Medical Issues - Severe√ Medically Fragile√ Oppositional/Defiant Behaviors Other Substance Use√ RAD√ Recent DJJ History√ Self-Injurious (Cutters)√ Sexual Abuse History√ Sexual Offenders√ Sexually Exploited√ Tobacco Use

Program ServicesCore Services/MRO Provider: N Fayetteville Mental healthPsychiatric Facility Affiliation: N




DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile Lookout Mountain CommunityServices Board TREKProgram/Ft.Oglethorpe (876) SiteAddress:

1875 Fant Drive Fort Oglethorpe, GA 30742

County: CATOOSA (Region 1) Phone: 706-806-12111Admissions: 423-899-2036

[email protected] Hours: John Brewer

423-899-2036Director: Thomas Ford

[email protected]

LicenseType:

CPA Vendor ID:35448



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DHS Region & County

Performance Based PlacementScores (FY15)Q1: 91.66% (A-) Q2: 95.59% (A) Q3: 93.05% (A-) Q4:


Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountAdministrative Assistant 1 Case Manager 6Child Care Worker 1 Director 1Executive Director 1 Quality Assurance Administrator 1Recruiter and Training Coordinator 2 Social Worker 1Supervisor 1


Program DescriptionRBWO - Traditional, Basic, Maximun SBWO, SMWO, SMFWO

Counties Served:CATOOSA,CHATTOOGA,CHEROKEE,DADE,GORDON,MURRAY,PAULDING,WALKER,WHITFIELD



Age/IQ/Gender Notes:Babies or very young children only as part of a sibling group. IQ, notMentally Retarded diagnoses


√ Medical Issues - Mild√ Medical Issues - Moderate√ Medical Issues - Severe Medically Fragile√ Oppositional/Defiant Behaviors Other Substance Use√ RAD√ Recent DJJ History√ Self-Injurious (Cutters)√ Sexual Abuse History Sexual Offenders√ Sexually Exploited√ Tobacco Use

Program ServicesCore Services/MRO Provider: YPsychiatric Facility Affiliation: Y Primarily Refer To: Lookout Mt. Comm. Serv./CSB




DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile Lutheran Services of GeorgiaLutheran of Albany (731) SiteAddress:

1508 Whispering PinesAvenue Albany, GA 31707

County: DOUGHERTY (Region 10) Phone: 229-432-7664Admissions: 229-432-7664

[email protected] Hours: Tywannda Kiegler

229-432-7664Director:

LicenseType:

CPA Vendor ID:35450



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DHS Region & County

Performance Based PlacementScores (FY15)Q1: 93.10% (A-) Q2: 90.33% (A-) Q3: 96.71% (A) Q4:


Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountAdministrative Assistant 1 Case Manager 1Director 1 Quality Assurance Administrator 1Supervisor 1 VP/COO 1


Program DescriptionSpecialized Foster Care program with expertise in serving childrenwith MRDD, Medically Fragile, Autism, psychiatric and behaviorissues, and large sibling groups.

Counties Served: COLQUITT,CRISP,DOUGHERTY,MITCHELL,PEACH



Age/IQ/Gender Notes:No minimum IQ required.



Program ServicesCore Services/MROProvider: N

TWI Counseling Services, Pathway to Hope Counseling Services, Yes-U-CanBehavioral Health Services, Families United Services

Psychiatric FacilityAffiliation: N




DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile Lutheran Services of Georgia Lutheran ofAtlanta (728) Site Address: 100 Edgewood Avenue

Suite 1800 Atlanta, GA 30303 County: FULTON (Region 14) Phone: 404-875-0201Admissions: 404-591-7059

[email protected] Hours: Agency On-Call

1-866-333-6355Director: Alieizoria Redd

[email protected]




DHS Region & County

Performance Based PlacementScores (FY15)Q1: 85.12% (B) Q2: 86.55% (B) Q3: 90.01% (A-) Q4:


Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountAdministrative Assistant 1 Case Manager 4Director 1 Program Manager 1Quality Assurance Administrator 2 Recruiter and Training Coordinator 1Recruiter and Training Specialist 3 Supervisor 2VP/COO 1


Program DescriptionProvide foster care services with expertise in MRDD/MedicallyFragile, and Autistic children; psychiatric and behavior issues; largesibling groups; have adult MRDD waiver program to which childreneligible for waivers and/or aging out of care can transition

Counties Served:CLARKE,CLAYTON,COBB,DEKALB,DOUGLAS,FLOYD,FORSYTH,FULTON,GWINNETT,HENRY,JACKSON,NEWTON,PAULDING,ROCKDALE



Age/IQ/Gender Notes:Age= 18+; No minimum IQ



Program ServicesCore Services/MRO Provider: N Family Ties, Pathways, Transitional Family ServicesPsychiatric Facility Affiliation: N


Special Services (a √ next to an item below indicates this program offers that type of special service)√ Additional Respite to Caregivers√ Clothing Closet Educational Coordinator Father Engagement Program On-campus school√ Parent/Sibling Visitation Center/Room√ Transportation Services to Parents/Siblings for Visitation Other: Parent Aide, Homestead, Family Visitation/Safe Care


DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile Lutheran Services of GeorgiaLutheran of Rome (4381) SiteAddress:

336 Broad Street Suite 200 Rome, GA 30161

County: FLOYD (Region 3) Phone: 706-512-1185Admissions: 706-512-6936

[email protected] Hours: LSG Staff

1-800-343-2458Director: Alieizoria Redd

[email protected]

LicenseType:

CPA Vendor ID:62037



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Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountCase Manager 3 Director 1Program Manager 1 Quality Assurance Administrator 1Recruiter and Training Coordinator 2 Supervisor 1VP/COO 1


Program DescriptionChild Placing Agency specializing in medically fragile, behavioralissues, and sibling groups.

Counties Served: BARTOW,CARROLL,DOUGLAS,FLOYD,GORDON,HARALSON,PAULDING



Age/IQ/Gender Notes:No minimum IQ required



Program ServicesCore Services/MRO Provider: N Solutions; local behavioral healthPsychiatric Facility Affiliation: N


Special Services (a √ next to an item below indicates this program offers that type of special service)√ Additional Respite to Caregivers Clothing Closet Educational Coordinator Father Engagement Program On-campus school√ Parent/Sibling Visitation Center/Room√ Transportation Services to Parents/Siblings for Visitation Other: Parent Aide, Homestead, Family Visitation/Safe Care, Foster Home Development Services


DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile Lutheran Services of GeorgiaLutheran of Savannah (730) SiteAddress:

6555 Abercorn St. Savannah, GA 31406

County: CHATHAM (Region 12) Phone: 912-353-8875Admissions: 912-353-8875

[email protected] Hours: On call rotating staff

912-335-3849Director: Alieizoria Redd

[email protected]

LicenseType:

CPA Vendor ID:35452



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DHS Region & County

Performance Based PlacementScores (FY15)Q1: 92.43% (A-) Q2: 90.84% (A-) Q3: 85.51% (B) Q4:


Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountCase Manager 3 Director 2Quality Assurance Administrator 1 Recruiter and Training Coordinator 1Supervisor 3 VP/COO 1


Program DescriptionSpecialized Foster Care program with expertise in MRDD/MedicallyFragile, Autism, behavioral, teens, sibling groups; also have anMRDD Adult Program, Adoption Program

Counties Served: BULLOCH,CANDLER,CHATHAM,EFFINGHAM,JENKINS,LIBERTY,LONG



Age/IQ/Gender Notes:18+, no minimum IQ



Program ServicesCore Services/MRO Provider: N Access Mental HealthPsychiatric Facility Affiliation: N


Special Services (a √ next to an item below indicates this program offers that type of special service)√ Additional Respite to Caregivers√ Clothing Closet Educational Coordinator Father Engagement Program On-campus school√ Parent/Sibling Visitation Center/Room√ Transportation Services to Parents/Siblings for Visitation Other: Parent Aide, Homestead, Family Visitation/Safe Care


DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile Mentor Network Mentor Albany (733) SiteAddress:

2200 Watergate Court Albany, GA 31707

County: DOUGHERTY (Region 10) Phone: 229-435-6601Admissions: 229-435-6601 ext10

[email protected]

AfterHours:

Toreka Hicks229-726-4585

Director:

License Type: CPA Vendor ID: 35498Opened: 2003 SHINES Resource ID: 8507388OPM Team: Red Accreditation Status: CARF



DHS Region & County

Performance Based PlacementScores (FY15)Q1: 91.05% (A-) Q2: 97.40% (A+) Q3: 95.83% (A) Q4:


Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountCase Manager 7 Program Director 1Recruiter and Training Specialist 1 Supervisor 1


Program DescriptionCommunity-based services to adults and children throughout Albanyand the surrounding areas. Our diverse, professional staffaccommodates children with a wide range of needs and conditions andwe provide families with the resources to cope with children’s changingand often challenging needs. MENTOR provides foster care services forall program categories and specializes in serving children withemotional/behavioral disorders, medically fragile/complex anddevelopmental disabilities.

Counties Served:COLQUITT,COOK,DECATUR,DOOLY,DOUGHERTY,GRADY,LEE,LOWNDES,MITCHELL,MUSCOGEE,TERRELL,TURNER



Age/IQ/Gender Notes:Mentor does not have an IQ requirement.







DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile Mentor Network Mentor Athens (734) SiteAddress:

220 Ben Burton Circle, Suite A Bogart, GA 30622

County: OCONEE (Region 5) Phone: 706 425-1814Admissions:706-425-1814 x38

[email protected]:

AFTER HOURS ON CALL706-201-6385

Director: Bianca [email protected]

LicenseType:

CPA Vendor ID:35497



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DHS Region & County

Performance Based PlacementScores (FY15)Q1: 75.01% (C) Q2: 83.85% (B-) Q3: 87.17% (B+) Q4:


Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountCounselor 4 Director 2Intake Worker 1 Recruiter and Training Specialist 1Supervisor 1


Program DescriptionCommunity-based services to adults and children throughout Athensand the surrounding areas. Our diverse, professional staffaccommodates children with a wide range of needs and conditionsand we provide families with the resources to cope with children’schanging and often challenging needs. MENTOR provides foster careservices for BWO, MWO, SMWO, SBWO, and SMFWO programcategories and specializes in serving children withemotional/behavioral disorders, medically fragile/complex anddevelopmental disabilities.

Counties Served:BARROW,CLARKE,ELBERT,GREENE,GWINNETT,JACKSON,MADISON,NEWTON,OGLETHORPE,WALTON



Age/IQ/Gender Notes:No restrictions







DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile Mentor Network Mentor Atlanta (736) SiteAddress:

2302 Parklake Drive Suite 200 Atlanta, GA 30345

County: FULTON (Region 14) Phone: 470-362-7202 Admissions: 4703627250

[email protected] Hours: Assigned On-Call Coordinator

404-276-3200Director: AnnJanette Wilson

[email protected]




DHS Region & County

Performance Based PlacementScores (FY15)Q1: 81.81% (B-) Q2: 87.70% (B+) Q3: 85.70% (B) Q4:


Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountCase Manager 6 Counselor 1Executive Director 1 Intake Worker 1Program Director 1 Recruiter and Training Specialist 2Supervisor 1


Program DescriptionCommunity-based services to adults and children throughout MetroAtlanta and the surrounding areas. Our office provides Specialty andMedically Complex Foster Care. Our diverse, professional staffaccommodates children with a wide range of needs and conditionsand we provide families with the resources to cope with children’schanging and often challenging needs.

Counties Served:CHEROKEE,CLAYTON,COBB,DEKALB,DOUGLAS,FAYETTE,FORSYTH,FULTON,GWINNETT,HENRY,NEWTON,PAULDING,ROCKDALE


DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile Mentor Network Mentor Augusta(737) SiteAddress:

4210 Columbia Rd. Suite 17 A Martinez, GA30907

County: COLUMBIA (Region 7) Phone: 706-868-5268Admissions:After Hours: Yulanda Williams

(706)868-5268Director:

LicenseType:

CPA Vendor ID:35495



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DHS Region & County

Performance Based PlacementScores (FY15)Q1: 90.23% (A-) Q2: 91.83% (A-) Q3: 86.77% (B) Q4:


Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountCase Manager 2 HSP (Human Services Professional) 1Intake Worker 1 Program Director 1Recruiter and Training Coordinator 2


Program DescriptionCommunity-based services to adults and children throughoutAugusta and the surrounding areas. Our diverse, professional staffaccommodates children with a wide range of needs and conditionsand we provide families with the resources to cope with children’schanging and often challenging needs. MENTOR provides foster careservices for all program categories and specializes in serving childrenwith emotional/behavioral disorders, medically fragile/complex anddevelopmental disabilities.

Counties Served: BURKE,COLUMBIA,EMANUEL,MCDUFFIE,RICHMOND,SUMTER



Age/IQ/Gender Notes:no restrictions



Program ServicesCore Services/MRO Provider: N TWI, TT&T, TFSPsychiatric Facility Affiliation: N




DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile Mentor Network Mentor Macon (740) SiteAddress:

4977 Mt. Pleasant Church Road Macon, GA 31216

County: BIBB (Region 6) Phone: 478-785-0005Admissions:AfterHours:

Melinda Sams478-749-5142

Director: Melinda [email protected]

LicenseType:

CPA Vendor ID:35496



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DHS Region & County

Performance Based PlacementScores (FY15)Q1: 92.22% (A-) Q2: 92.77% (A-) Q3: 82.37% (B-) Q4:


Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountUnassigned 2 Case Manager 7Director 1 Intake Worker 1Recruiter and Training Coordinator 1 Supervisor 1


Program DescriptionCommunity-based services to adults and children throughout Maconand the surrounding areas. Our diverse, professional staffaccommodates children with a wide range of needs and conditionsand we provide families with the resources to cope with children’schanging and often challenging needs. MENTOR provides foster careservices for all program categories and specializes in serving childrenwith emotional/behavioral disorders, medically fragile/complex anddevelopmental disabilities.

Counties Served:BALDWIN,BIBB,CLAYTON,DODGE,FULTON,HANCOCK,HOUSTON,PEACH,PIKE,PUTNAM,TAYLOR



Age/IQ/Gender Notes:We are willing to consider any age from birth to 21 and any IQ levelregardless of disability or ability.



Program ServicesCore Services/MRO Provider: N Hephzibah Behavioral HealthPsychiatric Facility Affiliation: N




DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile Mentor Network Mentor Savannah (742) SiteAddress:

7130 Hodgson Memorial Dr. Suite 203 Savannah, GA 31406

County: CHATHAM (Region 12) Phone: 912-234-6853Admissions:912-234.6853

[email protected]:

Mary Jo Carver912-234-6853

Director: Yulanda [email protected]

LicenseType:

CPA Vendor ID:35494


OPM Team: Red Accreditation Status:CARFOther


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DHS Region & County

Performance Based PlacementScores (FY15)Q1: 83.64% (B-) Q2: 88.45% (B+) Q3: 96.14% (A) Q4:


Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountCase Manager 4 Director 1Recruiter and Training Specialist 2 Regional Director 1Supervisor 1


Program DescriptionCommunity-based services to adults and children throughoutSavannah and the surrounding areas. Our diverse, professional staffaccommodates children with a wide range of needs and conditionsand we provide families with the resources to cope with children’schanging and often challenging needs. MENTOR provides foster careservices for all program categories and specializes in serving childrenwith emotional/behavioral disorders, medically fragile/complex anddevelopmental disabilities.

Counties Served:BRYAN,BULLOCH,CHATHAM,EFFINGHAM,EMANUEL,GLYNN,LIBERTY,LONG,MCINTOSH,TATTNALL,WAYNE


DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile Meritan, Inc. d/b/a Meritan Stepping StonesCartersville (680) Site Address: 920-A N Tennessee St.

Cartersville, GA 30120 County: BARTOW (Region 3) Phone: 770-387-9003Admissions: 770-387-9003

[email protected] Hours: On Call Case Manager (CSW)

1-800-209-1007Director: Sharal Ozim

[email protected]




DHS Region & County

Performance Based PlacementScores (FY15)Q1: 92.48% (A-) Q2: 93.27% (A-) Q3: 96.02% (A) Q4:


Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountAdministrative Assistant 1 Case Manager 3Program Director 1 Recruiter and Training Specialist 1Supervisor 1 VP/COO 1


Program DescriptionFormerly Therapeutic, placing children RBWO BWO to SMFWO;nowspecialized foster care providing services and placement for RBWO:Traditional to and including SMFWO. Meritan offers services tochildren birth thru 1821 who have behavioral as well as mental healthissue. We specialize in teens, sibling groups and medically fragilechildren. Resource Parents and referral sources have access 24 / 7for case management support. Meritan is approved by a nationalboard on accreditation (COA)(Council On Accrediation). We werereaccredited effective February 10, 2009 via a review conductedJanuary 25, 28, 2009. We are members of GAHSC (GeorgiaAssociation of Homes and Services for Children) and FFTA (

Counties Served:BARTOW,CARROLL,CHEROKEE,CLAYTON,COBB,DEKALB,FAYETTE,FLOYD,GORDON,GWINNETT,HENRY,PAULDING,POLK,WILCOX



Age/IQ/Gender Notes:Any


√ Medical Issues - Mild√ Medical Issues - Moderate Medical Issues - Severe√ Medically Fragile√ Oppositional/Defiant Behaviors√ Other Substance Use√ RAD√ Recent DJJ History√ Self-Injurious (Cutters)√ Sexual Abuse History√ Sexual Offenders√ Sexually Exploited√ Tobacco Use





DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile Meritan, Inc. d/b/a Meritan Stepping Stones Macon(682) Site Address: 3312 Northside Drive

Suite D-200 Macon, GA 31210 County: BIBB (Region 6) Phone: 478-474-8552Admissions: 478-474-8552

[email protected] Hours: Falan Herring

478-474-8552Director: Wanda Davis

[email protected]



DHS Region & County

Performance Based Placement Scores(FY15)Q1: 96.96% (A) Q2: 96.54% (A) Q3: 91.53% (A-) Q4:


Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountAdministrative Assistant 1 Case Manager 5Executive Director 1 Program Director 1Supervisor 1


Program DescriptionMeritan Foster Care Program is a community-based, in-home service forchildren and youth. Meritan serves children and adolescents both maleand female, ages birth to 21, who have been identified as severelyemotionally disturbed, medically fragile or who exhibit on-goingemotional and behavioral problems. Clients must be able to be enrolledin school and appear both able and willing to benefit from in-home,community-based assistance. Meritan provides services to children thatare in DFCS Custody and DFCS/ DJJ Joint Custody with an RBWOProgram Designation Traditional, Base, Maximum, Specialty Base,Specialty Maximum and Specialty Medically Fragile Watchful Oversight.Meritan Approved foster

Counties Served:BALDWIN,BIBB,CRAWFORD,CRISP,DODGE,FULTON,HENRY,HOUSTON,JASPER,LAMAR,LAURENS,PEACH,PIKE,SPALDING,TAYLOR,WILKINSON



Age/IQ/Gender Notes:Any







DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile Methodist Home for Children & Youth,The Macon - CPA Administrative Site(748)*Suspended*SiteAddress:

304 Pierce Avenue Macon, GA 31204


[email protected]:Director: Jill Myers

[email protected]

LicenseType:

CPA Vendor ID:35464

Opened: SHINES Resource ID: 8507369



DHS Region & County



Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountDirector 1 Executive Director 1VP/COO 1

Placement Types Accepted Program DescriptionOur agency works with both boys & girls providing an array ofservices to children in the custody of DFCS. We provide services tochildren in need of emergency placements as well as longer termplacements.

Counties Served:


DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile Methodist Home for Children and Youth,The St. Marys Region (942) SiteAddress:

201 King's Bay Road St. Marys, GA 31588

County: CAMDEN (Region 12) Phone: 912 882-7770Admissions:4787512800

[email protected]:Director: Devon Loggins

[email protected]

LicenseType:

CPA Vendor ID:35460



DHS Region & County

Performance Based PlacementScores (FY15)Q1: 0.00% (F) Q2: 0.00% (F) Q3: 0.00% (F) Q4:


Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountUnassigned 1 Intake Worker 1Supervisor 1

Placement Types Accepted Program DescriptionThe Methodist Home for Children and Youth HOPE Program in St.Marys is currently closed for new placements. At this time, HOPE inSt. Marys is providing supervisory and support services only forthose children who were already placed in Family Foster Care as ofNovember 2007. The clients receive therapeutic and behaviorsupport services through the MHCY MRO program established in St.Marys.

Counties Served:


DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile Morningstar Children and FamilyServices Foster Care Services -Brunswick (765) SiteAddress:

3596 Darien Highway,Suite 3 Brunswick, GA 31525

County: GLYNN (Region 12) Phone: 912-267-3700Admissions: 912-577-8873

[email protected] Hours: Angel Tatum

912-577-8873Director: Wells Kilgore

[email protected]

LicenseType:

CPA Vendor ID:53071



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DHS Region & County

Performance Based PlacementScores (FY15)Q1: 87.65% (B+) Q2: 88.02% (B+) Q3: 87.19% (B+) Q4:


Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountUnassigned 1 Director 1President 1


Program DescriptionThe child placing agency provider foster care services to children inDFCS custody. Specialized services include in-home supervision,coordination of services, crisis intervention, 24/7 support for fosterparents, and training. The mission of Morningstar Children andFamily Services, Inc is to serve children and families by providing acontinuum of superior quality, outcome focused, preventative andtherapeutic services, in a steadfast effort to give children andfamilies the care and support necessary to improve life! Morningstaroperates thre Foster Care programs. These programs are located inBrunswick, Georgia, West Point, Georgia and Flowery BranchCounties Served: GLYNN,LIBERTY





√ Medical Issues - Mild√ Medical Issues - Moderate Medical Issues - Severe√ Medically Fragile√ Oppositional/Defiant Behaviors√ Other Substance Use√ RAD√ Recent DJJ History Self-Injurious (Cutters)√ Sexual Abuse History Sexual Offenders√ Sexually Exploited√ Tobacco Use





DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile Murphy-Harpst Children's CentersMurphy-Harpst CPA (769) SiteAddress:

740 Fletcher St. Cedartown, GA 30125

County: POLK (Region 3) Phone: 770-748-1500Admissions: 770-748-0686

[email protected] Hours: Emergency Oncall

770-362-9997Director: Charles Troutman

[email protected]

LicenseType:

CPA Vendor ID:35485



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Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountCEO 1 Case Manager 3Child Care Worker 2 Director 1Executive Director 1 Supervisor 1


Program DescriptionMHCC Began as an orphanage in 1924. It became a Residentialtreatment provider in 1987. The program had a name change in2007 by State DHR to CCI. Murphy Harpst offers Maximum Room,Board and Watchful Oversight Residential Services, TherapeuticFoster Care, and Core Outpatient Services.

Counties Served: BARTOW,CARROLL,CHEROKEE,COBB,DOUGLAS,FLOYD,HARALSON,PAULDING,POLK



Age/IQ/Gender Notes:Our agency will consider children younger than 5 if appropriate for ourprogram. We continue to serve foster children who sign themselvesback into foster care on their 18th birthday provided they were alreadyplaced in our program. Children with IQ's lower than 60 will beevaluated on a case by case basis.







DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile National Youth Advocate ProgramAugusta (683) SiteAddress:

1054 Claussen Rd Suite 312 Augusta, GA30907

County: RICHMOND (Region 7) Phone: (706) 724-4387Admissions: 706-724-4386

[email protected] Hours: Central Reception

877-692-7226Director:

LicenseType:

CPA Vendor ID:35387

Opened: 1994 SHINES Resource ID: 8507311OPM Team: Green Accreditation Status:Other


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DHS Region & County

Performance Based PlacementScores (FY15)Q1: 87.93% (B+) Q2: 84.40% (B) Q3: 78.29% (C+) Q4:


Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountAdministrative Assistant 2 Child Care Worker 2Direct Care Supervisor 1 Director 1HSP (Human Services Professional) 6 Intake Worker 2Recruiter and Training Coordinator 2


Program DescriptionProvide therapeutic homes for children ages 0-21 needing out ofhome care. Accept referrals from DFCS and DJJ.

Counties Served: BURKE,CLARKE,COLUMBIA,JEFFERSON,MCDUFFIE,RICHMOND,WASHINGTON


DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile National Youth Advocate Program EastPoint (4389) Site Address: 315 W. Ponce de Leon Ave.

Suite 661 Decatur, GA 30030 County: DEKALB (Region 14) Phone: (404) 761-7997Admissions: 877-692-7226

[email protected]

After Hours: Central Reception877-692-7226

Director: Stacie [email protected]




DHS Region & County

Performance Based PlacementScores (FY15)Q1: 89.99% (B+) Q2: 77.78% (C+) Q3: 81.31% (B-) Q4:


Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountAdministrative Assistant 2 Clinical Director 1Executive Director 1 HSP (Human Services Professional) 4Intake Worker 4 Placement Supervisor 1Program Manager 1 Quality Assurance Administrator 1Recruiter and Training Coordinator 1


Program DescriptionNational Youth Advocate Program provides therapeutic foster homes tochildren ages 0-21 needing out of home care. This Child PlacingAgency (CPA) accepts DFACS and DJJ children.

Counties Served:CLAYTON,COBB,DEKALB,FLOYD,FULTON,GWINNETT,HENRY,JACKSON,NEWTON,RICHMOND,ROCKDALE,WALTON


DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile National Youth Placement Corp, Inc.(5141) SiteAddress:

1115 Mount Zion Road Suite C Morrow, GA 30260


[email protected] Hours: Demetrius Roman

678-849-2038Director: Carroll Braddy

[email protected]

LicenseType:




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DHS Region & County

Performance Based PlacementScores (FY15)Q1: 88.59% (B+) Q2: 84.13% (B) Q3: 70.55% (C-) Q4:


Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountAdministrative Assistant 3 Case Manager 2Clinical Director 1 Director 1Executive Director 1 Recruiter and Training Coordinator 1Recruiter and Training Specialist 1 Residential Coordinator 1Social Worker 3 Supervisor 1


Program Description

Counties Served: CLAYTON,COBB,DEKALB,FULTON,GWINNETT,HENRY,NEWTON





√ Medical Issues - Mild√ Medical Issues - Moderate√ Medical Issues - Severe√ Medically Fragile√ Oppositional/Defiant Behaviors√ Other Substance Use RAD√ Recent DJJ History√ Self-Injurious (Cutters)√ Sexual Abuse History√ Sexual Offenders√ Sexually Exploited√ Tobacco Use

Program ServicesCore Services/MRO Provider: N Community Healthcare of GeorgiaPsychiatric Facility Affiliation: N




DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile Neighbor to Family Chatham County(4960) SiteAddress:

801 Green St. Augusta, GA 30901


[email protected] Hours: Monique Brabham

762-215-0378Director: Monique Brabham

[email protected]

LicenseType:

CPA Vendor ID:89583

Opened: SHINES Resource ID: 16805223

OPM Team: Red Accreditation Status:OtherCOA


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DHS Region & County


Program Designations RateTRAD,BWO,MWO $89.50

Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountAdministrative Assistant 1 Case Manager 1Executive Director 1 Recruiter and Training Coordinator 1


Program DescriptionAccedited by Council on Accreditation. NTF providescommunity-based specialized foster care services focusing onkeeping sibling groups intact. The program components includepromoting social development and a sense of continuity for childrenby engaging biological parents, when appropriate, in activitiesinvolved in caring for their children to improves prospects ofreunification.

Counties Served: CHATHAM



Age/IQ/Gender Notes:NTF serves sibling groups only, boys and girls, ages 0-18.

Youth Characteristics (a √ next to an item below indicates this program serves that type of youth)√ Autism√ Behavioral Issues - Mild√ Behavioral Issues - Moderate Behavioral Issues - Severe Delinquent Behaviors Developmentally Delayed√ Educational Issues - Mild√ Educational Issues - Moderate√ Educational Issues - Severe√ Emotional/Psychological Issues - Mild√ Emotional/Psychological Issues - Moderate Emotional/Psychological Issues - Severe√ Known/Suspected Marijuana Use

√ Medical Issues - Mild√ Medical Issues - Moderate Medical Issues - Severe Medically Fragile√ Oppositional/Defiant Behaviors Other Substance Use RAD Recent DJJ History√ Self-Injurious (Cutters)√ Sexual Abuse History Sexual Offenders√ Sexually Exploited√ Tobacco Use



Special Services (a √ next to an item below indicates this program offers that type of special service) Additional Respite to Caregivers Clothing Closet√ Educational Coordinator Father Engagement Program On-campus school Parent/Sibling Visitation Center/Room√ Transportation Services to Parents/Siblings for Visitation Other: Sibling Groups


DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile Neighbor to Family Dekalb County(1031) SiteAddress:

1900 Century Pl. Suite 108-A Atlanta, GA 30345

County: FULTON (Region 14) Phone: 404-486-5831Admissions:404-315-0100

[email protected]:

Brandalyn Tolbert404-315-0100

Director: Oliver [email protected]

LicenseType:

CPA Vendor ID:35503



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Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountAdministrative Assistant 1 Case Manager 4Director 1 HSP (Human Services Professional) 7VP/COO 1


Program DescriptionNeighbor To Family provides community based specialized careservices focusing on keeping sibling groups together. The programcomponents include promoting social development and a sense ofcontinuity for children by engaging biological parents, whenappropriate, in activities involved in caring for their children toimprove chances of reunification.

Counties Served: DEKALB,GWINNETT,HENRY,NEWTON,ROCKDALE




Youth Characteristics (a √ next to an item below indicates this program serves that type of youth) Autism Behavioral Issues - Mild√ Behavioral Issues - Moderate Behavioral Issues - Severe√ Delinquent Behaviors√ Developmentally Delayed Educational Issues - Mild√ Educational Issues - Moderate Educational Issues - Severe Emotional/Psychological Issues - Mild√ Emotional/Psychological Issues - Moderate Emotional/Psychological Issues - Severe√ Known/Suspected Marijuana Use

Medical Issues - Mild√ Medical Issues - Moderate Medical Issues - Severe Medically Fragile√ Oppositional/Defiant Behaviors Other Substance Use√ RAD Recent DJJ History Self-Injurious (Cutters)√ Sexual Abuse History Sexual Offenders√ Sexually Exploited√ Tobacco Use

Program ServicesCore Services/MRO Provider: N PathwaysPsychiatric Facility Affiliation: N


Special Services (a √ next to an item below indicates this program offers that type of special service)√ Additional Respite to Caregivers√ Clothing Closet√ Educational Coordinator Father Engagement Program On-campus school√ Parent/Sibling Visitation Center/Room√ Transportation Services to Parents/Siblings for Visitation Other: Life skills with Teenagers


DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile Neighbor to Family Douglas County(1033) SiteAddress:

2075 W Park Pl. Suite D Stone Mountain, GA30087


[email protected]:

Keita Evans678-677-4995

Director: Keita [email protected]

LicenseType:

CPA Vendor ID:35502



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Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountAdministrative Assistant 1 Case Manager 4Executive Director 1 Family Service Worker 2Recruiter and Training Coordinator 1


Program DescriptionNeighbor To Family's signature program is providingcommunity-based, specialized foster care to sibling groups. Specialemphasis is given to achieving permanency goals for children within12 months of placement.

Counties Served: CLAYTON,COBB,GWINNETT,PAULDING






Program ServicesCore Services/MRO Provider: N VariousPsychiatric Facility Affiliation: N


Special Services (a √ next to an item below indicates this program offers that type of special service)√ Additional Respite to Caregivers√ Clothing Closet√ Educational Coordinator Father Engagement Program On-campus school√ Parent/Sibling Visitation Center/Room Transportation Services to Parents/Siblings for Visitation Other: Family Advocate who works with birth parents


DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile Neighbor to Family Fulton County (774) SiteAddress:

1900 Century Pl. Suite 310 Atlanta, GA 30345


[email protected]:

Tanya Reynolds404-822-3938

Director: Amy [email protected]

LicenseType:

CPA Vendor ID:35505



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Performance Based PlacementScores (FY15)Q1: 98.38% (A+) Q2: 91.91% (A-) Q3: 96.57% (A) Q4:


Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountAdministrative Assistant 1 Case Manager 1Director 1 Family Service Worker 1Recruiter and Training Coordinator 1 Supervisor 1


Program DescriptionNTF is a unique sibling foster care program. We only take siblingsinto our care. We focus on quick reunificaton with the birth family orother relatives. We are able to do so with the help of our FamilyAdvocates who are dedicated to engaging and working with the birthparents and seeking out relatives. We provide educational support,and complete our own CCFA's and Family Team Meetings.

Counties Served: CLAYTON,COBB,DEKALB,FAYETTE,FULTON,GWINNETT,NEWTON,ROCKDALE





√ Medical Issues - Mild√ Medical Issues - Moderate Medical Issues - Severe Medically Fragile√ Oppositional/Defiant Behaviors Other Substance Use RAD Recent DJJ History√ Self-Injurious (Cutters)√ Sexual Abuse History√ Sexual Offenders√ Sexually Exploited Tobacco Use



Special Services (a √ next to an item below indicates this program offers that type of special service)√ Additional Respite to Caregivers√ Clothing Closet√ Educational Coordinator√ Father Engagement Program On-campus school√ Parent/Sibling Visitation Center/Room√ Transportation Services to Parents/Siblings for Visitation Other: family advocate


DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile Neighbor to Family Gwinnett County(1032) SiteAddress:

2075 W Park Pl. Suite D Stone Mountain, GA30087


[email protected]:



LicenseType:

CPA Vendor ID:35504



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Counties Served: BARROW,CLAYTON,COBB,DEKALB,DOUGLAS,FULTON,GWINNETT,ROCKDALE








Special Services (a √ next to an item below indicates this program offers that type of special service)√ Additional Respite to Caregivers√ Clothing Closet√ Educational Coordinator Father Engagement Program On-campus school√ Parent/Sibling Visitation Center/Room Transportation Services to Parents/Siblings for Visitation Other: Family Advocate who works with the birth family


DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile Neighbor to Family Henry County(1035) SiteAddress:

2075 West Park Place Suite D Stone Mountain, GA30087


[email protected]:



LicenseType:

CPA Vendor ID:62038



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Performance Based PlacementScores (FY15)Q1: 93.02% (A-) Q2: 96.51% (A) Q3: 100.09% (A+) Q4:





Counties Served: CLAYTON,HENRY,NEWTON








Special Services (a √ next to an item below indicates this program offers that type of special service)√ Additional Respite to Caregivers√ Clothing Closet√ Educational Coordinator Father Engagement Program On-campus school√ Parent/Sibling Visitation Center/Room Transportation Services to Parents/Siblings for Visitation Other: Family Advocate who works with birth families.


DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile Neighbor to Family RichmondCounty (1034) SiteAddress:

801 Green St. Augusta, GA 30901


[email protected] Hours: Monique Brabham

762-215-0378Director: Monique Brabham

[email protected]

LicenseType:

CPA Vendor ID:35506

Opened: SHINES Resource ID: 8536369OPM Team: Red Accreditation Status:COA


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Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountAdministrative Assistant 1 Case Manager 1Executive Director 1 Recruiter and Training Coordinator 1


Program DescriptionNTF is a unique child placing agency program providing theProfessional Foster Care model serving sibling groups. Focus is onquick reunification with families with the help of our FamilyAdvocates who assist with engaging and working with birth parentsand relatives. We provide educational support, completeComprehensive Child & Family Assessments and lead Family TeamMeetings.

Counties Served: COLUMBIA,RICHMOND



Age/IQ/Gender Notes:NTF only serves sibling groups, 0-18, both boys and girls.

Youth Characteristics (a √ next to an item below indicates this program serves that type of youth)√ Autism√ Behavioral Issues - Mild√ Behavioral Issues - Moderate Behavioral Issues - Severe Delinquent Behaviors√ Developmentally Delayed√ Educational Issues - Mild√ Educational Issues - Moderate√ Educational Issues - Severe√ Emotional/Psychological Issues - Mild√ Emotional/Psychological Issues - Moderate Emotional/Psychological Issues - Severe√ Known/Suspected Marijuana Use

√ Medical Issues - Mild√ Medical Issues - Moderate Medical Issues - Severe Medically Fragile√ Oppositional/Defiant Behaviors Other Substance Use RAD Recent DJJ History Self-Injurious (Cutters)√ Sexual Abuse History Sexual Offenders√ Sexually Exploited√ Tobacco Use



Special Services (a √ next to an item below indicates this program offers that type of special service) Additional Respite to Caregivers Clothing Closet Educational Coordinator Father Engagement Program On-campus school Parent/Sibling Visitation Center/Room√ Transportation Services to Parents/Siblings for Visitation Other: Sibling Groups


DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile New Beginnings, Life ChangingNetwork, Inc. (979) SiteAddress:

100 Edgewood Avenue Suite 1530 Atlanta, GA30303


[email protected]:

Nicole Harris6789490884

Director: Nicole [email protected]

LicenseType:

CPA Vendor ID:40080



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Performance Based PlacementScores (FY15)Q1: 80.04% (B-) Q2: 85.30% (B) Q3: 74.08% (C) Q4:


Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountAdministrative Assistant 3 CEO 1Case Manager 5 Clinical Director 1Program Director 1


Program DescriptionNew Beginnings, Life Changing Network’s vision is to provide youthand their families with an array of services by partnering with thecommunity to give them a chance at a successful future. This will beaccomplished by meeting basic needs, which will enable them toconcentrate on education, and future goals for themselves and theirfamilies. We will provide support from a holistic perspective bypartnering with families and community resources for the bestsuccess possible.

Counties Served: CLAYTON,COBB,DEKALB,FULTON,GWINNETT,HENRY,NEWTON,ROCKDALE,WALTON



Age/IQ/Gender Notes:The children served by the New Beginnings, Life Changing Network areyoung teen mothers with babies and emergency placements for 60 to90 days of intense evaluation. The children served will be of variedages (0-18), including children with special emotional needs. Allchildren are referred to NBN by the local county Department of Familyand Children Services or DJJ.


√ Medical Issues - Mild√ Medical Issues - Moderate√ Medical Issues - Severe√ Medically Fragile√ Oppositional/Defiant Behaviors√ Other Substance Use√ RAD√ Recent DJJ History√ Self-Injurious (Cutters)√ Sexual Abuse History Sexual Offenders√ Sexually Exploited√ Tobacco Use

Program ServicesCore Services/MRO Provider: N Positive Change Counseling ServicesPsychiatric Facility Affiliation: N


Special Services (a √ next to an item below indicates this program offers that type of special service)√ Additional Respite to Caregivers√ Clothing Closet Educational Coordinator Father Engagement Program On-campus school√ Parent/Sibling Visitation Center/Room√ Transportation Services to Parents/Siblings for Visitation


DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile New Horizons Community ServicesBoard New Horizons (877) SiteAddress:

2100 Comer Ave. Columbus, GA 31904

County: MUSCOGEE (Region 8) Phone: 706-596-5512Admissions: 706-596-5512

[email protected] Hours: Key Wheeler

706-249-0975Director: Andrea Winston

[email protected]

LicenseType:

CPA Vendor ID:35508



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Performance Based PlacementScores (FY15)Q1: 78.43% (C+) Q2: 85.13% (B) Q3: 80.09% (B-) Q4:


Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountAdministrative Assistant 1 Clinical Director 1Executive Director 1 Part Time Activities Staff 1Program Manager 1


Program DescriptionNew Horizons Child Placing Agency accepts children whose needsmay rise from moderate to serious that may include behavioralissues accessible to core services in the same agency. We acceptyouth ages 4-12 into placement.

Counties Served: MUSCOGEE





√ Medical Issues - Mild√ Medical Issues - Moderate Medical Issues - Severe Medically Fragile√ Oppositional/Defiant Behaviors Other Substance Use√ RAD√ Recent DJJ History√ Self-Injurious (Cutters)√ Sexual Abuse History√ Sexual Offenders√ Sexually Exploited√ Tobacco Use





DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile On The Path (5209) SiteAddress:

108 Byrd Way Suite 400 Warner Robins,GA 31088

County: HOUSTON (Region 6) Phone: 478-953-0330Admissions:After Hours:Director:

LicenseType:


Opened: SHINES Resource ID: 16855122OPM Team: Accreditation Status:N/A


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Counties Served:


DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile Ray of Hope Foster Care, Inc. (5189) SiteAddress:

4405 Mall Blvd Suite 153 Union City, GA30291

County: FULTON (Region 14) Phone: 770-306-5144Admissions: 7703065144

[email protected] Hours: Pamela Todd

770-882-8591Director:

LicenseType:




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Performance Based PlacementScores (FY15)Q1: N/A Q2: 106.00% (A+) Q3: 86.00% (B) Q4:


Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountCEO 1


Program DescriptionRay of Hope Foster Care, Inc is a family centered and strength basedprogram with professionally trained and qualified foster parents whoare providing a safe and nuturing enviornment for children ages0-18.

Counties Served: COBB,DEKALB,DOUGLAS,FULTON


DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile Trinity J and D, LLC Trinity J and D,LLC (980) SiteAddress:

7805 Waters Avenue Suite 6B Savannah, GA31406

County: CHATHAM (Region 12) Phone: 912-443-3799Admissions: 912-443-3799

[email protected] Hours: Janice Miller-Walker

912-443-3799Director: Janice Miller-Walker

[email protected]

LicenseType:

CPA Vendor ID:40245



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Program Designations RateTRAD $21.44BWO $29.02MWO $40.07SBWO $45.00

Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountCase Manager 4 HSP (Human Services Professional) 1Program Director 1


Program DescriptionChild Placing Agency, securing foster homes for children in GeorgiaState Custody.

Counties Served: BULLOCH,CANDLER,CHATHAM,EMANUEL,GLYNN,LIBERTY,LONG,SCREVEN






Program ServicesCore Services/MRO Provider: N Coastal CounselingPsychiatric Facility Affiliation: N




DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile Twin Cedars Youth Services FosterCare (932) SiteAddress:

99 Johnson Street 222 Poplar DriveLaGrange, GA 30241

County: TROUP (Region 4) Phone: 706-884-1717Admissions: 706-298-0050 x1084

[email protected] Hours: Scotty Alexander

706-884-1717 ext.114Director: Mike Angstadt

[email protected]

LicenseType:

CPA Vendor ID:35611



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Performance Based PlacementScores (FY15)Q1: 88.38% (B+) Q2: 90.32% (A-) Q3: 81.42% (B-) Q4:


Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountUnassigned 1 Director 2Executive Director 1 Family Service Worker 5Family Services Coordinator 1 Supervisor 1


Program DescriptionTwin Cedars Youth Services CPA is a new community-basedprogram for children and youth, whose special needs and challengescan best be met in a professional, well-trained foster home. Servicesare delivered through a Child and Family Planning Team, which ismade up of the child or youth, foster parents, child's family, CPAstaff, and agency and community representatives. CPA teammembers work together in full partnership to allow children tobenefit from the richness and normalizing influence of a homeenvironment and community-based setting while receiving treatmentand clinical services appropriate to their needs. Program supportsCounties Served:

BIBB,CARROLL,COWETA,HEARD,HOUSTON,MERIWETHER,MUSCOGEE,PEACH,TALBOT,TROUP,WILCOX



Age/IQ/Gender Notes:n/a

Youth Characteristics (a √ next to an item below indicates this program serves that type of youth) Autism√ Behavioral Issues - Mild√ Behavioral Issues - Moderate√ Behavioral Issues - Severe√ Delinquent Behaviors Developmentally Delayed√ Educational Issues - Mild√ Educational Issues - Moderate Educational Issues - Severe√ Emotional/Psychological Issues - Mild√ Emotional/Psychological Issues - Moderate√ Emotional/Psychological Issues - Severe√ Known/Suspected Marijuana Use

√ Medical Issues - Mild Medical Issues - Moderate Medical Issues - Severe Medically Fragile√ Oppositional/Defiant Behaviors√ Other Substance Use√ RAD√ Recent DJJ History√ Self-Injurious (Cutters)√ Sexual Abuse History√ Sexual Offenders√ Sexually Exploited Tobacco Use


Twin Cedars Coleman Community Center (LaGrange) & Dorthy Wells KnightCommunity Counseling Center (Columbus)






United Methodist Children Home of the North GA Conference (847) Site Address: 500 South Columbia Dr.

Decatur, GA 30030 County: DEKALB (Region 14) Phone: 404-327-5820Admissions: 404-259-8214- intake

[email protected]

After Hours: On-Call404-518-5637

Director:



DHS Region & County

Performance Based Placement Scores (FY15)Q1: 105.00% (A+) Q2: 102.55% (A+) Q3: 101.53% (A+) Q4:


Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountAdministrative Assistant 1 CEO 1Director 1 HSP (Human Services Professional) 7Program Director 1 Recruiter and Training Coordinator 1Recruiter and Training Specialist 2 Supervisor 1Therapist 1


Program DescriptionThe mission of the United Methodist Children’s Home is to provideredemptive, healing services that bring meaningful change to thelives of children and families. Grounded by scripture and thetradition of the church, we seek to bring the wholeness of God’slove to persons through Christ. UMCH's long established foster careprogram continues to provide homes for children in needthroughout the Atlanta metro area. Services have been delivered,primarily, through our central office at 500 Columbia Drive inDecatur. In 2011, we began serving children through ourGainesville district office, PO Box Box 1746, Gainesville, GA 30503.

Counties Served:BARROW,CLARKE,CLAYTON,COBB,COWETA,DEKALB,DOUGLAS,FAYETTE,FORSYTH,FULTON,GWINNETT,HALL,HENRY,JACKSON,LUMPKIN,MORGAN,NEWTON,OGLETHORPE,PIKE,ROCKDALE,UNION,WALTON


Counties Served:BARROW,CLARKE,CLAYTON,COBB,COWETA,DEKALB,DOUGLAS,FAYETTE,FORSYTH,FULTON,GWINNETT,HALL,HENRY,JACKSON,LUMPKIN,MORGAN,NEWTON,OGLETHORPE,PIKE,ROCKDALE,UNION,WALTON



Population ServedMales: 0 y 0 m - 21 y 11 m Females: 0 y 0 m - 21 y 11 m Minimum IQ: 0


Youth Characteristics (a √ next to an item below indicates this program serves that type of youth) Autism√ Behavioral Issues - Mild√ Behavioral Issues - Moderate Behavioral Issues - Severe√ Delinquent Behaviors√ Developmentally Delayed√ Educational Issues - Mild√ Educational Issues - Moderate√ Educational Issues - Severe√ Emotional/Psychological Issues - Mild√ Emotional/Psychological Issues - Moderate Emotional/Psychological Issues - Severe Known/Suspected Marijuana Use

√ Medical Issues - Mild√ Medical Issues - Moderate√ Medical Issues - Severe√ Medically Fragile√ Oppositional/Defiant Behaviors Other Substance Use√ RAD√ Recent DJJ History Self-Injurious (Cutters)√ Sexual Abuse History Sexual Offenders√ Sexually Exploited√ Tobacco Use


We partner with DFCS in choosing a provider that matches the child's needs. Agencies that have served our children include Family Works, Attachment and Bonding Center,and Chris Kids. Carol Stubbs, PhD, as well as Jennifer Hamlin PsyD are other resources



Special Services (a √ next to an item below indicates this program offers that type of special service)√ Additional Respite to Caregivers√ Clothing Closet√ Educational Coordinator Father Engagement Program√ On-campus school√ Parent/Sibling Visitation Center/Room√ Transportation Services to Parents/Siblings for Visitation Other: On-campus school is a GED program; Clothing closet is for foster children in our program; respite is provided to UMCH foster parents


DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile Uniting Hope 4 Children (5188) Site Address: 7706 B Hampton Place

Loganville, GA 30052 County: WALTON (Region 5) Phone: 678-585-4686Admissions: 678-585-4686

[email protected]

After Hours: Tonya Thompson678-585-4686

Director: Wayne [email protected]




DHS Region & County

Performance Based PlacementScores (FY15)Q1: N/A Q2: 70.73% (C-) Q3: 89.25% (B+) Q4:


Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountCase Manager 6 Executive Director 1Recruiter and Training Specialist 2 Supervisor 1


Program DescriptionUH4C partners with local churches to recruit, train and support fosterfamilies through our Banner Family Model. We create support for eachfoster family to ensure long lasting partnerships for our families andDFCS.

Counties Served:BARROW,CLARKE,DEKALB,FULTON,GWINNETT,HALL,JACKSON,MORGAN,NEWTON,OCONEE,ROCKDALE,WALTON




Youth Characteristics (a √ next to an item below indicates this program serves that type of youth)√ Autism√ Behavioral Issues - Mild√ Behavioral Issues - Moderate Behavioral Issues - Severe√ Delinquent Behaviors√ Developmentally Delayed√ Educational Issues - Mild√ Educational Issues - Moderate√ Educational Issues - Severe√ Emotional/Psychological Issues - Mild√ Emotional/Psychological Issues - Moderate Emotional/Psychological Issues - Severe Known/Suspected Marijuana Use

√ Medical Issues - Mild√ Medical Issues - Moderate√ Medical Issues - Severe√ Medically Fragile√ Oppositional/Defiant Behaviors√ Other Substance Use√ RAD Recent DJJ History Self-Injurious (Cutters)√ Sexual Abuse History Sexual Offenders√ Sexually Exploited√ Tobacco Use



Special Services (a √ next to an item below indicates this program offers that type of special service)√ Additional Respite to Caregivers√ Clothing Closet√ Educational Coordinator Father Engagement Program On-campus school√ Parent/Sibling Visitation Center/Room Transportation Services to Parents/Siblings for Visitation


DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile Universal Health Services ofSavannah Coastal Harbor Families(990) SiteAddress:

1150 Cornell Avenue Savannah, GA 31406

County: CHATHAM (Region 12) Phone: 912-354-3911Admissions:After Hours: CHF On Call Number

912-355-6437Director:

LicenseType:

CPA Vendor ID:44182



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Performance Based PlacementScores (FY15)Q1: 83.57% (B-) Q2: 79.40% (C+) Q3: 80.26% (B-) Q4:


Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountAdministrative Assistant 1 CEO 1Case Manager 4 Program Director 1VP/COO 1


Program DescriptionUHS of Savannah, L.L.C. - Coastal Harbor Families Foster CareProgram is therapeutic behavioral based providing alternativeplacement for children in the custody of the Department of Familyand Children Services or the Department of Juvenile Justice. Ourfoster care program specializes in providing a nurturing and stablefamily environment to youth experiencing moderate to severe mentalhealth issues that are in need of addressing significant problems withliving. We provide one-on-one positive behavioral supports gearedtowards youth stepping down from a hospital setting or to preventplacement into a high level group home. Our “specialty mentalCounties Served: BULLOCH,CHATHAM,EFFINGHAM,MCINTOSH,NEWTON,SCREVEN,TATTNALL






Program ServicesCore Services/MRO Provider: N Access Behavorial HealthPsychiatric Facility Affiliation: Y Primarily Refer To: Coastal Harbor Treatment Center


Special Services (a √ next to an item below indicates this program offers that type of special service)√ Additional Respite to Caregivers√ Clothing Closet Educational Coordinator Father Engagement Program On-campus school√ Parent/Sibling Visitation Center/Room√ Transportation Services to Parents/Siblings for Visitation Other: Therapeutic Behavioral Services, Life Skills Development,


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