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ADMISSIONS AND INTAKE
Getting Started with AFLH Services
Advocacy for Friendliness, Love & Hope (AFLH) accepts referrals for licensed residential care and certified behavioral health services for adults and adolescents across Ohio. All admissions are reviewed to ensure appropriateness of placement, program alignment, and compliance with Ohio Department of Behavioral Health requirements.
Who Can Make a Referral
AFLH accepts referrals from:
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Families and guardians
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Schools and educational systems
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Courts and legal entities
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Hospitals and healthcare providers
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Community and behavioral health agencies
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Case managers and care coordinators
Self-referrals are also accepted and reviewed.
Admission Pathways
To ensure clarity and appropriate placement, admissions are organized by service type.
Adult Residential Admissions — Class 2
Population Served
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Adults age 18 and older​
Program Overview
AFLH operates licensed Class 2 Residential Care Facilities for adults who benefit from structured supervision, assistance with activities of daily living, and coordination with behavioral health and community supports.
Admission Considerations
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Ability to benefit from a supervised residential setting
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Alignment with Class 2 residential scope
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Authorization and funding review as applicable
Adolescent Residential Admissions — Class 1
Population Served
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Adolescents ages 10–18
Program Overview
AFLH operates licensed Class 1 Residential Facilities providing a structured, supervised environment integrated with behavioral health services.
Admission Considerations
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Referral from an appropriate source (family, school, court, agency, etc.)
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Alignment with program scope and supervision level
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Review of clinical and placement needs
Behavioral Health Services Admissions
AFLH operates a certified behavioral health agency offering services that may support residential clients or individuals in the community.
Behavioral Health Programs Include
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Case Management Services
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​​Residential Treatment
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Day Treatment Services
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Outpatient Treatment Services
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Community Psychiatric Supportive Treatment (CPST)
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Psychosocial Rehabilitation
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Therapeutic Behavioral Services
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Substance Use Disorder (SUD) Case Management
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Qualified Residential Treatment Program (QRTP)
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Interim Initial and General Interim Services
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Mental Health Day Treatment Services
Eligibility and service authorization are reviewed prior to enrollment.
Intake Process
The AFLH intake process is designed to ensure appropriate placement, safety, and service alignment.
Step 1: Referral Submission
Complete the appropriate intake form or contact our Admissions team.
Step 2: Review & Screening
Our team reviews referral information to confirm program fit and eligibility.
Step 3: Coordination & Authorization
We coordinate with referral sources, families, and service partners as needed.
Step 4: Admission Decision
Once approved, admission timelines and next steps are communicated clearly.
Important Information
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All services are delivered in accordance with Ohio Department of Behavioral Health standards.
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AFLH is CARF Accredited and maintains compliance with applicable licensing and certification requirements.
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Admission is contingent upon program availability and appropriateness of placement.
Start the Intake Process
To begin the admissions process, please:
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​Complete an intake form
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Contact our Admissions team directly
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Request additional program information
Health and background info is used to plan non-medical support (medication reminders, dietary needs, daily routines).
We do NOT provide direct clinical care.
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