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FY 2013 RBWO Provider Profile Guide

December 5, 2012

Office of Provider Management, Georgia Department of Human Services

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DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile Guide

Table of Contents

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A Friend's House - (563) - CCI 1 Advocates for Bartow's Children - Flowering Branch Children's Shelter (564) - CCI 3 Agape Behavioral Healthcare, Inc. - (694) - CCI 5 Alcove, The - (565) - CCI 7 Alyssa and Brothers, Inc. - dba Rowley Residence #2 (908) - CCI 9 Ark Family Counseling Center, The - Ricky Homes/Dallas (569) - CCI 11 Ark Family Counseling Center, The - Ricky Homes/Decatur (571) - CCI 13 Ark Family Counseling Center, The - Ricky Homes/Lithonia (591) - CCI 15 Ark Family Counseling Center, The - Ricky Homes/Powder Springs (570) - CCI 17 Ascension Homes - Ellenwood (572) - CCI 19 Bald Ridge Lodge, Inc. - Bald Ridge Lodge (4124) - CCI 21 Behavioral Health Services of South GA - dba Lowndes C & A North Point Group Home (Valdosta) (866) - CCI 23 Beth-Ester Ministries - dba Restoration House 1 (817) - CCI 25 Broken Shackle Ranch - (576) - CCI 27 Carl Malone Foundation, Inc. - Mercy's Door I (993) - CCI 29 Carl Malone Foundation, Inc. - Mercy's Door II (994) - CCI 31 Carl Malone Foundation, Inc. - Mercy's Door III (1041) - CCI 33 Carrie Steele-Pitts Home, Inc. - (577) - CCI 35 Carrie Steele-Pitts Home, Inc. - Independent Living (5129) - CCI 37 Celine's Place - (884) - CCI 39 Center for Children and Young Adults, The - Another Chance (578) - CCI 41 Center for Children and Young Adults, The - Life Works (formerly Turning Point) (580) - CCI 43 Center for Children and Young Adults, The - Life Works Prep (5114) - CCI 45 Center for Children and Young Adults, The - Open Gate (579) - CCI 47 Chestnut Manor - (581) - CCI 49 CHRIS Kids, Inc. - Dekalb (597) - CCI 51 CHRIS Kids, Inc. - Douglas (598) - CCI 53 CHRIS Kids, Inc. - Ellenwood (599) - CCI 55 CHRIS Kids, Inc. - Fulton (601) - CCI 57 CHRIS Kids, Inc. - Gwinnett (602) - CCI 59 CHRIS Kids, Inc. - Rock Shadow (617) - CCI 61 CHRIS Kids, Inc. - Sherwood (604) - CCI 63 CHRIS Kids, Inc. - Stephenson (605) - CCI 65 CHRIS Kids, Inc. - Summit Trail Boys ILP (4675) - CCI 67 CHRIS Kids, Inc. - Summit Trail Girls ILP (4674) - CCI 69 CHRIS Kids, Inc. - Summit Trail- Second Chance (5110) - CCI 71 Christian City Home for Children - (585) - CCI 73 Deloach Group Home - (619) - CCI 75

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Devereux GA Treatment Network - Project Plus (4429) - CCI 77 Dream House Youth Services, Inc. (formerly Ctr for Creative Growth & Human Dvlpmt) - House of Job (4582) - CCI 79 Dream House Youth Services, Inc. (formerly Ctr for Creative Growth & Human Dvlpmt) - House of Samuel (4581) - CCI 81 Dream House Youth Services, Inc. (formerly Ctr for Creative Growth & Human Dvlpmt) - Lighthouse (956) - CCI 83 Elks Aidmore Children's Center - (628) - CCI 85 Elks Aidmore Children's Center - Transitional Living Program (629) - CCI 87 Embracing Arms - (944) - CCI 89 Families First - Cherokee Boys Group Home (637) - CCI 91 Families First - College Park Boys Group Home (638) - CCI 93 Families First - Gwindale Girls Group Home (640) - CCI 95 Families First - Second Chance Home (642) - CCI 97 Families First - Transitional Living Program (643) - CCI 99 Family Community Care Centers - (formerly Faith Child Caring Centers) (634) - CCI 101 Family Crisis Center of Walker, Dade, Catoosa, Chattooga Counties - The Cottage (645) - CCI 103 Family Support Council - Oak Haven Second Chance Home (646) - CCI 105 Foundation Group Home, Inc. - CCI (992) - CCI 107 Genesis House for Homeless, Inc. - (654) - CCI 109 Georgia Baptist Children's Home & Family Ministries - Alice's House (663) - CCI 111 Georgia Baptist Children's Home & Family Ministries - Angel's House (657) - CCI 113 Georgia Baptist Children's Home & Family Ministries - Baxley Campus (664) - CCI 115 Georgia Baptist Children's Home & Family Ministries - dba Good Shepherd The (685) - CCI 117 Georgia Baptist Children's Home & Family Ministries - Fayette Program: Johnson Home (660) - CCI 119 Georgia Baptist Children's Home & Family Ministries - Maternity Home (662) - CCI 121 Georgia Baptist Children's Home & Family Ministries - Meansville Campus (666) - CCI 123 Georgia Baptist Children's Home & Family Ministries - Nelson Price (4508) - CCI 125 Georgia Baptist Children's Home & Family Ministries - Palmetto Campus (864) - CCI 127 Georgia Sheriff's Youth Home - dba Boys Ranch (676) - CCI 129 Georgia Sheriff's Youth Home - dba Cherokee Estate (677) - CCI 131 Georgia Sheriff's Youth Home - dba Herrington Homes (678) - CCI 133 Georgia Sheriff's Youth Home - dba Mountainview (963) - CCI 135 Georgia Sheriff's Youth Home - dba Pineland (679) - CCI 137 Goshen Valley Foundation - dba Goshen Valley Boy's Ranch (687) - CCI 139 Goshen Valley Foundation - New Beginnings House of Hope (5130) - CCI 141 Greenbriar Children's Center - (688) - CCI 143 Greenbriar Children's Center - ILP Program (5118) - CCI 145 Gwinnett Children's Shelter - (690) - CCI 147 Gwinnett Children's Shelter - Adolescent Boys Teen Development Program (1012) - CCI 149

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HARP Foundation, Inc. - Douglas Campus (1022) - CCI 151 HARP Foundation, Inc. - Vidalia Campus (693) - CCI 153 Haven Heart's Community Development Center - Haven Heart's Community Development Center (921) - CCI 155 Hephzibah Children's Home - (695) - CCI 157 Hephzibah Children's Home - dba Elizabeth Home (696) - CCI 159 Hephzibah Children's Home - Second Chance Home (4625) - CCI 161 House of Dawn - Second Chance Home (918) - CCI 163 House of Inspiration - (706) - CCI 165 Jesse's House - (614) - CCI 167 Joseph's Home for Boys - (713) - CCI 169 Kidspeace - Bowdon Residential Campus (715) - CCI 171 Liberty County Children's Home - dba Gabriel's House (725) - CCI 173 Little Debbie's Second Chance Home, Inc. - dba Ida's Cove III (5111) - CCI 175 Little Debbie's Second Chance Home, Inc. - Ellenwood Second Chance Home (966) - CCI 177 Little Debbie's Second Chance Home, Inc. - II / ILP (1042) - CCI 179 Little Debbie's Second Chance Home, Inc. - ILP (967) - CCI 181 Little Debbie's Second Chance Home, Inc. - Joseph Ladder (5133) - CCI 183 Mentoring Youth Services - (5122) - CCI 185 Methodist Home for Children & Youth, The - Arabella (1016) - CCI 187 Methodist Home for Children & Youth, The - dba Americus Group Home (749) - CCI 189 Methodist Home for Children & Youth, The - dba St. Marys Group Home (750) - CCI 191 Methodist Home for Children & Youth, The - dba Valdosta Group Home (752) - CCI 193 Methodist Home for Children & Youth, The - Macon (754) - CCI 195 Methodist Home for Children & Youth, The - Our House at Carpenter's Way Ranch (1015) - CCI 197 Methodist Home for Children & Youth, The - STARS Program (753) - CCI 199 Morningstar Children and Family Services - Morningstar Youth Estate Center-Residential Program (764) - CCI 201 Mountain Top Boys' Home, Inc. - (888) - CCI 203 Multi-Agency Alliance for Children (MAAC) - Network of Approved Provider Agencies (768) - CCI 205 Murphy-Harpst Children's Centers - (770) - CCI 207 My House Ministry, Inc. - (630) - CCI 209 New Life Beginning Maternity Home - (926) - CCI 211 North Georgia Angel House - (925) - CCI 213 North Georgia Angel House - ILP (5126) - CCI 215 Northwest Georgia Girls Home - (779) - CCI 217 Open Arms - Bridge I - Miller Rd. (787) - CCI 219 Open Arms Children's Network - dba Ordered Steps Home for Girls (4320) - CCI 221 Open Door Home - Boys Annex Long Term Program (940) - CCI 223 Open Door Home - Boys ILP (5132) - CCI 225 Open Door Home - Girls Annex Long Term Program (939) - CCI 227 Open Door Home - Girls ILP (5131) - CCI 229

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Our House for Kids - (792) - CCI 231 Park Place Outreach (formerly Marshland Foundation) - (732) - CCI 233 Positive Growth - Ponce De Leon Ave. (795) - CCI 235 Positive Growth - Ponce de Leon Ave. II (955) - CCI 237 Psychiatric Solutions (formerly HHC Augusta) - Lighthouse of Augusta (726) - CCI 239 Rainbow Children's Home - (809) - CCI 241 Rainbow House Emergency Shelter for Children - (810) - CCI 243 Raintree Village - Lowndes County (811) - CCI 245 Raintree Village - Second Chance (4587) - CCI 247 Raintree Village - Teen Development (4586) - CCI 249 Refuge House, The - (945) - CCI 251 Res-Care, Inc. (formerly Alternative Youth Services, Inc.) - dba Georgia Center for Youth (667) - CCI 253 Roosevelt Wilderness Camp - Roosevelt Wilderness Camp - Outdoor Therapeutic Program (883) - CCI 255 Safe Harbor Children's Center, Inc. - (820) - CCI 257 Safe Harbor Children's Center, Inc. - Hamer House (4958) - CCI 259 Sheila's Group Home, Inc. - (5115) - CCI 261 Smith Group Home - (824) - CCI 263 Star Island - (1021) - CCI 265 Stroman Account & Property - dba My Sister's Keeper (892) - CCI 267 Tapestry Youth Ministries - dba Fairburn Second Chance Home (924) - CCI 269 Tapestry Youth Ministries - Second Chance - College Park (825) - CCI 271 Tapestry Youth Ministries - Teen Parents Program (4817) - CCI 273 Treutlen House at New Ebenezer, Inc. - (4228) - CCI 275 Turning Point Homes - Ahmonie's Cottage (1003) - CCI 277 Turning Point Homes - Callahan's Cottage (828) - CCI 279 Turning Point Homes - Francois Cottage (829) - CCI 281 Turning Point Homes - Independent Living Program (832) - CCI 283 Turning Point Homes - Joshua Cottage I (830) - CCI 285 Turning Point Homes - Turning Point Cottage (833) - CCI 287 Twin Cedars Youth Services (formerly Georgia Industrial Children's Home) - Campus of Twin Cedar Youth Service (4340) - CCI 289 Twin Cedars Youth Services - Anne Elizabeth Shepherd (835) - CCI 291 Twin Cedars Youth Services - Annette Boyd Group Home (838) - CCI 293 Twin Cedars Youth Services - Bradfield Center (846) - CCI 295 Twin Cedars Youth Services - Connections (837) - CCI 297 Twin Cedars Youth Services - Magnolia Second Chance Home (844) - CCI 299 Twin Cedars Youth Services - Reality House (841) - CCI 301 Twin Cedars Youth Services - Weracoba Second Chance Home (937) - CCI 303 United Methodist Children Home of the North GA Conference - Independent Living Program (4428) - CCI 305 United Methodist Children Home of the North GA Conference - On-Campus Transitional Living Program (Hybrid) (849) - CCI 307 United Methodist Children Home of the North GA Conference - Second Chance (5123) - CCI 309 Vashti Center, The - (852) - CCI 311

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Vision Youth Services - Boys (5125) - CCI 313 Vision Youth Services - Girls (5124) - CCI 315 Visions of Hope for Boys - (978) - CCI 317 Westlake Investments, LLC - Westlake Estates, LLC (1001) - CCI 319 Young Adult Guidance Center, The - (860) - CCI 321 Youth Villages (Inner Harbour Campus) - Douglas Center: Girls (624) - CCI 323 Youth Villages (Inner Harbour Campus) - EXCEL Program: Boys (1027) - CCI 325 CPA All God's Children - (861) - CPA 327 Benchmark Family Services, Inc - (formerly Lifeway for Youth) (973) - CPA 329 Benchmark Family Services, Inc - Columbus (5113) - CPA 331 Benchmark Family Services, Inc - Lawrenceville (5112) - CPA 333 Bethany Christian Services - Atlanta (573) - CPA 335 Bethany Christian Services - Columbus (574) - CPA 337 Childkind, Inc - (583) - CPA 339 Choices for Life Foster Care - Valdosta (943) - CPA 341 Community Connections - (586) - CPA 343 Creative Community Services - (612) - CPA 345 Devereux GA Treatment Network - Specialty Foster Care (621) - CPA 347 Elks Aidmore Children's Center - Child Placing Agency (5120) - CPA 349 ENA, Inc., dba NECCO (formerly GA SAFE) - Albany (672) - CPA 351 ENA, Inc., dba NECCO (formerly GA SAFE) - Jonesboro (4289) - CPA 353 ENA, Inc., dba NECCO (formerly GA SAFE) - Macon (675) - CPA 355 ENA, Inc., dba NECCO (formerly GA SAFE) - Martinez (673) - CPA 357 Faithbridge Foster Care - (974) - CPA 359 Families First - Foster Care Program (639) - CPA 361 Georgia Agape - (655) - CPA 363 Georgia Baptist Children's Home & Family Ministries - Fayette Program: Grace for Children (1024) - CPA 365 Georgia Parent Support Network - (670) - CPA 367 Giving Children A Chance of Georgia - (981) - CPA 369 Giving Tree, The - An Adoption Resource Center (684) - CPA 371 Hillside - (700) - CPA 373 Laurel Heights Hospital -Universal Health - Laurel Heights CPA (722) - CPA 375 Lighthouse Therapeutic Foster Care - (727) - CPA 377 Lookout Mountain Community Services Board - TREK Program (876) - CPA 379 Lutheran Services of Georgia - Lutheran of Albany (731) - CPA 381 Lutheran Services of Georgia - Lutheran of Atlanta (728) - CPA 383 Lutheran Services of Georgia - Lutheran of Rome (4381) - CPA 385 Lutheran Services of Georgia - Lutheran of Savannah (730) - CPA 387 Mentor Network - Mentor Albany (733) - CPA 389 Mentor Network - Mentor Athens (734) - CPA 391 Mentor Network - Mentor Atlanta (736) - CPA 393 Mentor Network - Mentor Augusta (737) - CPA 395

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Mentor Network - Mentor Macon (740) - CPA 397 Mentor Network - Mentor Savannah (742) - CPA 399 Meritan, Inc. d/b/a Meritan Stepping Stones - Cartersville (680) - CPA 401 Meritan, Inc. d/b/a Meritan Stepping Stones - Macon (682) - CPA 403 Methodist Home for Children & Youth, The - Macon - CPA Administrative Site (748) - CPA 405 Morningstar Children and Family Services - Foster Care Services - Brunswick (765) - CPA 407 Multi-Agency Alliance for Children (MAAC) - Network of Approved Provider Agencies (767) - CPA 409 Murphy-Harpst Children's Centers - Murphy-Harpst CPA (769) - CPA 411 National Youth Advocate Program - Augusta (683) - CPA 413 National Youth Advocate Program - East Point (4389) - CPA 415 Neighbor to Family - Chatham County (4960) - CPA 417 Neighbor to Family - Dekalb County (1031) - CPA 419 Neighbor to Family - Douglas County (1033) - CPA 421 Neighbor to Family - Fulton County (774) - CPA 423 Neighbor to Family - Gwinnett County (1032) - CPA 425 Neighbor to Family - Henry County (1035) - CPA 427 Neighbor to Family - Richmond County (1034) - CPA 429 New Beginnings, Life Changing Network, Inc. - (979) - CPA 431 New Horizons Community Services Board - New Horizons (877) - CPA 433 New Horizons Initiatives, Inc. - (968) - CPA 435 Omni Visions, Inc. - (formerly Phoenix Homes) (4934) - CPA 437 Omni Visions, Inc. - College Park (5119) - CPA 439 Omni Visions, Inc. - Ringgold (5121) - CPA 441 Trinity J and D, LLC - Trinity J and D, LLC (980) - CPA 443 Twin Cedars Youth Services - Foster Care (932) - CPA 445 United Methodist Children Home of the North GA Conference - (847) - CPA 447 Universal Health Services of Savannah - Coastal Harbor Families (990) - CPA 449

Appendix A – CCI Index by DFCS Region Appendix B – CPA Index by DFCS Region

DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile A Friend's House (563) Site Address: 111 Henry Pkwy.

McDonough, GA 30253 County: HENRY (Region 13) Phone: 678-432-1630Admissions: 678-432-1630After Hours: Keisha Reaves

6784321630Director: Jill Holder

[email protected]

License Type: CCI Vendor ID: 35215Opened: 1998 SHINES Resource ID: 8507199OPM Team: Green Accreditation Status: N/A

Placements as of 12/4/12Total Children: 19MAAC Children: 0Capacity: 24% Capacity: 79%

DHS Region & County

Performance BasedPlacement Scores (FY13)Q1: 108.33% (A+) Q2:Q3:Q4:

Program Designations RateBase $101.82

Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountChild Care Worker 22 Coordinator of Educational Services 1Direct Care Supervisor 1 Director 1HSP (Human Services Professional) 2 Program Manager 1

Placement Types AcceptedDFCS custodyDFCS/DJJ joint custody

Program DescriptionA Friend's House is a Base care program and is licensed to serveboth males and females, ages 0-18.

Counties Served: HENRY

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

DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile

Population ServedMales: Ages 0 - 18Females: Ages 0 - 18Minimum IQ: 60

Age/IQ/Gender Notes:Children under age 13 cannot be placed without waiver from regional or stateDFCS office. We are a base level RBWO facility and are unable to acceptchildren who have severe special needs in any area (mental, medical, physical,behavioral).

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: NPsychiatric 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 Advocates for Bartow's ChildrenFlowering Branch Children's Shelter (564) Site Address: 49 Monroe Crossing

Cartersville, GA 30120 County: BARTOW (Region 3) Phone: 770-382-6180Admissions: 770-387-1143After Hours: Angela James

770-382-6180Director: Patty Eagar

[email protected]

License Type: CCI Vendor ID: 35217Opened: 1985 SHINES Resource ID: 8507201OPM Team: Red Accreditation Status: N/A


DHS Region & County



Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountChild Care Worker 18 Clinical Director 1Executive Director 1 HSP (Human Services Professional) 1Paraprofessional 1

Placement Types AcceptedDFCS custodyDFCS/DJJ joint custodyParental custody

Program DescriptionFlowering Branch provides a safe and loving shelter withindividual bedrooms for six boys and six girls at any one time.Flowering Branch serves abused and neglected youth who areinvolved with DFCS, DJJ, and/or runaways and homeless.Professional staff is on duty 24 hours per day. Youth receive casemanagement services, individual and family counseling,development of social and independent living skills, andassistance with achieving a high school diploma or GED.

Counties Served: BARTOW




Age/IQ/Gender Notes:There is no minimum IQ for admission. Each referral and admission isreviewed on a case by case basis with several factors considered indetermining youth's appropriateness for placement.

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 HopePsychiatric 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 Agape Behavioral Healthcare, Inc. (694) Site Address: 3830 Old Gordon Rd

Atlanta, GA 30336 County: DEKALB (Region 14) Phone: 404-505-7619Admissions: 404-505-7619After Hours: Derek Edwards

404-838-1317Director: Derek Edwards

[email protected]



DHS Region & County

Performance BasedPlacement Scores (FY13)Q1: 71.76% (C-) Q2:Q3:Q4:


Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountChild Care Worker 4 Direct Care Supervisor 1Director 1 HSP (Human Services Professional) 1

Placement Types AcceptedDFCS custody

Program DescriptionThis Child Care Institution provides a safe, structuredenvironment for the youth. Youth are given room, board andwatchful oversight which include educational and medicalservices. Youth are allowed to communicate and visit with familymembers based on the recommendation of their casemanagers.

Counties Served: DEKALB



Population ServedMales: Ages 10 - 17Females: NAMinimum IQ: 69

Age/IQ/Gender Notes:Males that fall in the average range of intellectural functioning. Scores between85 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 Covenant Youth EmpowermentPsychiatric 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 Alcove, The (565)*Suspended*Site Address: 507 E. Church St.

Monroe, GA 30655 County: WALTON (Region 5) Phone: 770-267-9156Admissions:After Hours: Tephra Fields

770-267-9156Director: Tephra Fields

[email protected]



DHS Region & County

Performance BasedPlacement Scores (FY13)Q1: 52.33% (F) Q2:Q3:Q4:


Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountAdministrative Assistant 1 Crisis Support 6Executive Director 1

Placement Types AcceptedParental custody

Program DescriptionThe Alcove, Inc. is a private not-for-profit, 501(c)(3)emergency-shelter licensed by the state of Georgia’s Office ofRegulatory Services as a 12 bed facility, located in WaltonCounty, in the city of Monroe. Our utilization rate is 8 beds, theother 4 beds can be used for emergency purposes. We havethree bedrooms and there are 3 to 4 youth per room at anygiven time. Our target population is, males and females, ages 11to 17, who may have run away, or have been abused, neglected,abandoned, or otherwise rendered homeless by situations beyondtheir control. Youth reside in the shelter from 15 days up to 6months. While in the shelter, youth receive intensive services,such as mental

Counties Served: WALTON




Age/IQ/Gender Notes:We are a girl's emergency shelter facility. There are a few exceptions to theage and IQ. Depending on situational purposes we may take in children at 10years old. In some cases an IQ may be accepted in the upper 60's.

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: Emergency Shelter


DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile Alyssa and Brothers, Inc. dba RowleyResidence #2 (908) Site Address: 4552 Dorset Circle

Decatur, GA 30035 County: DEKALB (Region 14) Phone: 678 518-8633Admissions: 678-570-8731After Hours: Jennifer Keeling

678-570-8731Director: Laquetta Anderson

(678) [email protected]



DHS Region & County

Performance BasedPlacement Scores (FY13)Q1: 88.50% (B+) Q2:Q3:Q4:


Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountAdministrative Assistant 1 Director 1HSP (Human Services Professional) 1 House Parent 3Supervisor 1


Program DescriptionAlyssa & Brothers, Inc. d/b/a Rowley Residence is a 24 hourresidential group home for males. The services offered include:tutorial services and educational counseling; life skills; angermanagement/ conflict resolutions groups; substance abuseprevention/ intervention services; behavior modification; financialplanning; recreational activities; family activities; fieldtrips/summer vacation; comprehensive psychiatric/psychologicalcare; treatment planning and assessment by a Human ServiceProfessional; health services; bi-linqual staff andoccupational/physical/speech therapy (by referral.)





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: N Underdue Social ServicesPsychiatric Facility Affiliation: Y Primarily Refer To: Riley Psychiatric Services, Inc.


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 Ark Family Counseling Center, The RickyHomes/Dallas (569) Site Address: 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]



DHS Region & County

Performance BasedPlacement Scores (FY13)Q1: 79.06% (C+) Q2:Q3:Q4:

Program Designations RateBase $101.82AWO $128.98

Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountAdministrative Assistant 1 CEO 1Director 1 Executive Director 1HSP (Human Services Professional) 2 House Parent 3


Program DescriptionThe Ark Family Counseling Center opened Ricky Homes - Dallasin 1999. 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-like environment staffed by quality care providers andResidential House Parents. We work closely with the Departmentof Family and Children Services, ORS, Provider's Management,Family members, CASA workers, school personnel and otherstakeholders for the best collaborative services efforts on behalfof each resident. S

Counties Served: PAULDING




Age/IQ/Gender Notes:This Facility services children and Adolscents from age 6 - 21. We acceptchildren with a Minimal IQ of 65. However, all new intakes are subject to apre-screening that determines if placement is appropriate. This Facility servicesMales 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: 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, The RickyHomes/Decatur (571) Site Address: 2580 S. Hariston Rd.

Decatur, GA 30035 County: DEKALB (Region 14) Phone: 770-593-0913Admissions: 678.858.5303After Hours: Daino Deas

678-608-8674Director: Kelly Deas

[email protected]



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Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountAdministrative Assistant 1 CEO 1Director 1 Executive Director 1HSP (Human Services Professional) 2 House Parent 5Program Director 1


Program DescriptionThe Ark Family Counseling Center opened Ricky Homes - Decatur1995. Program Description: Our Residential Program is designedto bring help and hope to abused, neglected and abandonedchildren. Our program provides temporary shelter and supervisionfor children who are victims of, or at risk of, abuse, neglect, orabandonment. We provide a safe, nurturing, home-likeenvironment staffed by quality care providers and ResidentialHouse Parents. We work closely with the Department of Familyand Children Services, ORS, Provider's Management, Familymembers, CASA workers, school personnel and otherstakeholders for the best collaborative services efforts on behalfof each resident. See



DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile Ark Family Counseling Center, The RickyHomes/Lithonia (591) Site Address: 3383 Evans Mill Rd.

Lithonia, GA 30038 County: DEKALB (Region 14) Phone: 770-593-0913Admissions: 678.858.5303After Hours: Daino Deas

678.608-8674Director: Kelly Gibbs

[email protected]



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Performance BasedPlacement Scores (FY13)Q1: 60.58% (D-) Q2:Q3:Q4:


Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountAdministrative Assistant 1 CEO 1Director 1 HSP (Human Services Professional) 2House Parent 5 Program Director 1


Program DescriptionThe Ark Family Counseling Center opened Ricky Homes - Lithoniain 2003. 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-like environment staffed by quality care providers andResidential House Parents. We work closely with the Departmentof Family and Children Services, ORS, Provider's Management,Family members, CASA workers, school personnel and otherstakeholders for the best collaborative services efforts on behalfof each resident.



DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile Ark Family Counseling Center, The RickyHomes/Powder Springs (570) Site Address: 4330 Bridle Ct.

Powder Springs, GA 30124 County: COBB (Region 15) Phone: 770-593-0913Admissions: 678.858.5303After Hours: Daino Deas

678.608-8674Director: Kelly Gibbs

[email protected]



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Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountAdministrative Assistant 1 CEO 1Director 3 HSP (Human Services Professional) 2House Parent 5


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-like environment staffed by quality care providers andResidential House Parents. We work closely with the Departmentof Family and Children Services, ORS, Provider's Management,Family members, CASA workers, school personnel and otherstakeholders for the best collaborative services efforts on behalfof each resi

Counties Served: COBB




Age/IQ/Gender Notes:This Facility services children and Adolscents from age 6 - 21. We acceptchildren with a Minimal IQ of 65. However, all new intakes are subject to apre-screening that determines if placement is appropriate. This Facility servicesFemales only.







DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile Ascension Homes Ellenwood (572) Site Address: 5995 Dan Dr.

Ellenwood, GA 30294 County: CLAYTON (Region 13) Phone: 678-278-9335Admissions:After Hours: Ascension Homes Main Line

6782789335Director: Twantay Compton

[email protected]



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Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountActivities & Recreation Coordinator 1 Case Manager 1Child Care Worker 2 Direct Care Supervisor 1Director 1 Executive Director 1


Program DescriptionAscension Homes is an 6 bed child caring institution thatspecializes in the total development of males ages 6-20. Ourprograms are based out of pre-independent and independentskills development of young and growing men. Ascension Homesfocuses on the whole person in order to prepare an individualizedcomprehensive and wholistic plan for each resident in our care.We prepare them for the real world by allowing them toexperience life as a teen with moderate adult responsibilities.

Counties Served: CLAYTON






√ 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: NPsychiatric 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 Bald Ridge Lodge, Inc. Bald Ridge Lodge(4124) Site Address: 775 Lanier 400 Pkwy

Cumming, GA 30040 County: FORSYTH (Region 2) Phone: 770-887-1220Admissions: 404-259-1974After Hours: John Haigler

(404) 259-1974Director: John Haigler

[email protected]



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Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountAdministrative Assistant 1 Child Care Worker 11Direct Care Supervisor 2 Executive Director 1HSP (Human Services Professional) 2 Part Time Activities Staff 1Program Director 1


Program DescriptionBRL was developed to fill a documented need forcommunity-based emergency housing for adolescent males thatopened in August, 2008. The mission is to stabilize, assess andsupervise children in need of an intervention by providing anenvironment that nurtures the child and strengthens the family.This program will serve children who exhibit moderate to severebehaviors who have emotional and/or behavioral managementproblems that interfere with their ability to function in the family,school and/or community. They may have one or morepsychiatric diagnoses and require administration of dailyprescription medications. Residents may have issues withauthority figures and limited knowledge of

Counties Served: FORSYTH



Population ServedMales: Ages 12 - 18Females: NAMinimum IQ:

Age/IQ/Gender Notes:Bald Ridge Lodge serves only males ages 12 to 18.


√ 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: Substance Abuse Education/Prevention


DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile Behavioral Health Services of South GAdba Lowndes C & A North Point GroupHome (Valdosta) (866) Site Address: 4401 Willow Wood Gate

Valdosta, GA 31602 County: LOWNDES (Region 11) Phone: 229-242-4734Admissions:After Hours: Kendrick Dyer

229-242-4734Director:



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Performance BasedPlacement Scores (FY13)Q1: 76.09% (C) Q2:Q3:Q4:

Program Designations RateBase $101.82AWO $128.98MWO $181.84

Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountChild Care Worker 1 Director 2HSP (Human Services Professional) 1 House Parent 4Paraprofessional 1 Supervisor 1


Program DescriptionThe Group home is located in a residential area of LowndesCounty and serves a maximum of six (6) residents. The programprovides 24-hour close supervision and a highly structuredenvironment. The professional and para-professional staffprovides therapeutic and supportive services and become keychange agents on behalf of the residents. A major emphasis ofthe program is to assist the resident in developing appropriateand productive behaviors that are acceptable to the community.This process is facilitated by an individualized behaviormanagement plan, which provides positive reinforcements forgrowth, incentives to change, and logical consequences forinappropriate behaviors. Ad

Counties Served: LOWNDES




Age/IQ/Gender Notes:If a consumer has been admitted prior to his 18th birthday, has not obtained orcompleted his high school education and decided to stay in DFCS custody, thenthat consumer can stay at North Point Group Home until completion ofeducation, graduation or GED.

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: Y Primarily Refer To: Behavioral health Services


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 Beth-Ester Ministries dba RestorationHouse 1 (817) Site Address: 53 Poplar St.

Newnan, GA 30263 County: COWETA (Region 4) Phone: 678-423-4193Admissions: 404-886-1442After Hours: Pat Buford

4048861442Director: Parthenia Buford

[email protected]



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Performance BasedPlacement Scores (FY13)Q1: 92.68% (A-) Q2:Q3:Q4:


Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountAdministrative Assistant 1 Child Care Worker 2Director 1 Owner 1


Program DescriptionBeth-Esther's purpose is to provide a loving family atmospherefor girls between the ages of 6 and 17 years outside of their ownhomes. We will provide programs to enhance character, andtraining to mold the children's future physically, emotionally,spiritually, socially, and academically. Our gold is to restore theirlives back to the original purpose God has for them. We believeall children can learn when they are given the proper nurturing,guidance and love. We know early teaching is the key to asuccessful and challenging future. We will provide an opportunityfor children to master skills while they are young so they canbecome the best person they can be in life. We believe

Counties Served: COWETA



Population ServedMales: NAFemales: Ages 12 - 17Minimum IQ: 60

Age/IQ/Gender Notes:Female residents from the ages of 12 thru 17 year of age. The normalborderline IQ is 60

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 UnderduePsychiatric 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 Other: residents are engaged in georgia empowerment program


DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile Broken Shackle Ranch (576) Site Address: 1542 Francis Bridge Rd.

Davisboro, GA 31018 County: WASHINGTON (Region 7) Phone: 478-348-6555Admissions: 478-348-6555After Hours: David Cobb

478-232-5324Director: Gary Cobb

[email protected]



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Performance BasedPlacement Scores (FY13)Q1: 94.26% (A) Q2:Q3:Q4:


Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountUnassigned 1 Administrative Assistant 1Child Care Worker 12 Direct Care Supervisor 1Director 1 HSP (Human Services Professional) 2Intake Worker 1 Medical Support Coordinator 2Paraprofessional 1 Program Director 1Supervisor 1 Teacher 2Vocational Skills Coordinator 4


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 angermanagement, substance abuse prevention, social skills, life skills,and self esteem. In addition we have an ILP component inAugusta where students who have completed Broken Shacklecan 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 an individualbasis and they must be able to follow instruction on the job site 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 Carl Malone Foundation, Inc. Mercy'sDoor I (993) Site Address: 2281 Dawnville Beaverdale

Rd. Dalton, GA 30721

County: WHITFIELD (Region 1) Phone: 706-277-4883Admissions:After Hours: Audrey Simmons

706 277-4883Director: Paula Malone

[email protected]



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Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountAdministrative Assistant 2 Child Care Worker 4Director 1 Executive Director 1HSP (Human Services Professional) 2 House Parent 3


Program DescriptionMission Statement: The mission statement of Mercy’s Door is toprovide a safe haven for at risk youth that are referred by theDepartment of Family and Children Services, the Department ofJuvenile Justice and private agencies. It is the goal of Mercy’sDoor to provide a positive, stable and therapeutic family styleenvironment that facilitates the learning of self-help skills,independent living skills, behavior and crisis managementtechniques, self-control strategies, effective relationship buildingskills, and respectable behavior. The target groups for residentsat Mercy’s Door are those between the ages of six to seventeenwho have been abused, neglected, abandoned, homeless, and/ordetermined to be at risk.

Counties Served: 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 GA HOPEPsychiatric Facility Affiliation:




DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile Carl Malone Foundation, Inc. Mercy'sDoor II (994) Site Address: 2295 Dawnville Beaverdale

Rd. Dalton, GA 30721

County: WHITFIELD (Region 1) Phone: 706-277-4883Admissions:After Hours: Audrey Simmons


[email protected]



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Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountAdministrative Assistant 2 Child Care Worker 4Director 1 Executive Director 1Founder 1 HSP (Human Services Professional) 2House Parent 1


Program DescriptionMission Statement: The mission statement of Mercy’s Door is toprovide a safe haven for at risk youth that are referred by theDepartment of Family and Children Services, the Department ofJuvenile Justice and private agencies. It is the goal of Mercy’sDoor to provide a positive, stable and therapeutic environmentthat facilitates the learning of self-help skills, independent livingskills, behavior and crisis management techniques, self-controlstrategies, effective relationship building skills, and respectablebehavior. The target groups for residents at Mercy’s Door arethose between the ages of six to seventeen who have beenabused, neglected, abandoned, homeless, and/or determined tobe at risk.






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 GA HOPEPsychiatric Facility Affiliation:




DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile Carl Malone Foundation, Inc. Mercy'sDoor III (1041) Site Address: 345 Rockman Way

Dalton, GA 30721 County: WHITFIELD (Region 1) Phone: 706-217-6185Admissions: 706-277-4883After Hours: Audrey Simmons


[email protected]



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Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountAdministrative Assistant 1 Child Care Worker 2Director 1 Executive Director 1Founder 1 HSP (Human Services Professional) 2House Parent 5 Paraprofessional 1


Program DescriptionOur mission is to provide a safe family like environment for at riskfemales that are referred by the Department of Family andChildren Services, the Department of Juvenile Justice and privateagencies. Mercy’s Door is a 24 hour supervision home. It is thegoal of Mercy’s Door to provide a positive, stable and therapeuticenvironment within a family setting that facilitates the learning ofself help skills, behavior and crisis management techniques, selfcontrol strategies, effective relationship building skills, andrespectable behavior.




Population ServedMales: NAFemales: Ages 6 - 18Minimum IQ:

Age/IQ/Gender Notes:Girls Only Facility Location

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 GA HOPEPsychiatric Facility Affiliation: Y Primarily Refer To: The Stevens Clinic




DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile Carrie Steele-Pitts Home, Inc. (577) Site Address: 667 Fairburn Rd., NW

Atlanta, GA 30331 County: DEKALB (Region 14) Phone: 404-691-5187Admissions: 404-691-5187After Hours: Trustee Cottage

404 691 5187Director: Evelyn Lavizzo

[email protected]



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Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountAdministrative Assistant 1 Child Care Worker 2Director 1 House Parent 4Paraprofessional 1 Social Worker 1


Program DescriptionCarrie Steele-Pitts Home provides 24 hour, state approvedresidency to neglected, abandoned and orphaned children. ThisChild Caring Institution aims to maintain a family environmentthat fosters physical, social-emotional, mental and spiritualdevelopment of each child.






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 Carrie Steele-Pitts Home, Inc.Independent Living (5129) Site Address: 667 Fairburn Rd., NW

Atlanta, GA 30331 County: DEKALB (Region 14) Phone: 404-691-5187Admissions:After Hours:Director:

License Type: CCI Vendor ID: 109513Opened: SHINES Resource ID: 16827696OPM Team: Green Accreditation Status: N/A


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Performance BasedPlacement Scores (FY13)Q1: Q2:Q3:Q4:

Program Designations RateILP $108.21

Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff Count


Program Description




Population ServedMales: NAFemales: NAMinimum 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


Program ServicesCore Services/MRO Provider: Psychiatric Facility Affiliation:




DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile Celine's Place (884) Site Address: 1768 Young Rd.

Lithonia, GA 30058 County: DEKALB (Region 14) Phone: 770-808-8490Admissions: 470-331-9430After Hours: Angeline Jackson

470-331-9430Director: Sandra Leavell

[email protected]



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Program Designations RateBase $101.82AWO $128.98AWO $128.98

Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountChild Care Worker 5 HSP (Human Services Professional) 1Owner 1 Program Director 1


Program DescriptionCeline's Place goal is to enlighten, encourage, empower andenhance the life of girls ages 8-18 that have been abused orneglected, by providing them a loving and nurturing environmentthat will encourage a healthy future.





Age/IQ/Gender Notes:Celine's Place typically serves girls between the ages of 12-18 years with IQsthat fall above 68. Referrals for young ladies falling out of this range will bereviewed on a case by case basis.


√ 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 Center for Children and Young Adults, TheAnother Chance (578) Site Address: 2221 Austell Rd.

Marietta, GA 30008 County: COBB (Region 15) Phone: 770-485-1641Admissions: 770-333-9447After Hours: Patricia Rowe

770-485-1635Director: Kimberley Borna

770 [email protected]



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Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountActivities & Recreation Coordinator 1 CEO 1Child Care Worker 10 Direct Care Supervisor 1Director 1 HSP (Human Services Professional) 1Placement Supervisor 1 Supervisor 1


Program DescriptionAnother Chance provides food, clothing, shelter, medicalattention when needed, educational assistance and recreationalactivities for up to 26 boys and girls ages 13 to 17 who arevictims of abuse and neglect. Every child's need is met while incare. The Center partners with Northside Psychological Services(NPS), a Medicaid approved provider, that ensures each childreceives individual and group therapy weekly from their licensedclinicians.





Age/IQ/Gender Notes:Another Chance accepts males ages 13 to 17 (age 12 with a waiver from theDFCS County Director).

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 Northside Psychological 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: Community volunteer opportuinties, on-site tutoring (Certified Cobb Co. instructors), Life Skills Instruction


DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile Center for Children and Young Adults, TheLife Works (formerly Turning Point) (580) Site Address: 2221 Austell Rd.

Building 3 Marietta, GA 30008 County: COBB (Region 15) Phone: 770-485-1657Admissions: 770-485-1626After Hours: Patricia Rowe


[email protected]



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Performance BasedPlacement Scores (FY13)Q1: 59.41% (F) ILP 1.08% (F) Q2:Q3:Q4:


Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountActivities & Recreation Coordinator 1 CEO 1Child Care Worker 4 Director 1Intake Worker 1 Life Coach 2Supervisor 3

Placement Types AcceptedDFCS custodyDFCS/DJJ joint custodyEmancipated

Program DescriptionLife Works fromerly Turning Point began operating as atransitional living program for males and females in April, 2001.Life Works is a new and innovative residential transitional livingprogram for foster youth and young adults ages 17 - 21. Ourdormitory style housinghousing offers a community of support,supervision, and services, as well as a host of opportunities topractice hands-on life skills from all of the Casy Life Skills.Assessments: Career Planning , Communication, DailyLiving,Home Life, Housing, Money Management, Self Care, SocialRelationships,Work Life, and Work & Study Skills. Life Works islocated just minutes from Kennesaw State University,Chattahoochee Tech,




Population ServedMales: Ages 17 - 20Females: Ages 17 - 20Minimum IQ:

Age/IQ/Gender Notes:A transitional living program, 10-bed facility for young adults ages 17 to 21.





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 instruction, Cobb Works employment opportunities, GED instruction, GED tutoring, Teen Parentconnection, busline access, community volunteer opportunities, internships, extra-curricular activities


DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile Center for Children and Young Adults, TheLife Works Prep (5114) Site Address: 2221 Austell Rd.

Marietta, GA 30008 County: COBB (Region 15) Phone: 770-485-1630Admissions: 770-485-1626After Hours: Patricia Rowe


[email protected]



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Program Designations RateTLP $108.21

Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountCEO 1 Child Care Worker 1Director 1 Intake Worker 1Supervisor 1


Program DescriptionLife Works Prep is an 8 bed residential program designed toteach independent living skills to youth 16-17. Life Works Prepwill maintain an enviorment that breaks from historical socialservices dependency and family dysfunction. The programmethodology is designed to address cognitive behavior, socialskills, education, and graduated independence. Youth referred toLife Works Prep recieve services from a team of child careprofessionals consisting of a human services professional, dormresident advisor, core service provider and a volunteer mentor,who work in concert to meet the assess needs of the residentwhile in care. The team works with the referring agency andconducts monthly






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 Northside Psychological Services, Eastchester Family Svcs, Creative InterventionsPsychiatric 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: On-site GED tutoring, Cobb Works employment, ILP Prepatory, community volunteer programs, TeenParenting Network (education)


DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile Center for Children and Young Adults, TheOpen Gate (579) Site Address: 2221 Austell Rd.

Suite A Marietta, GA 30008 County: COBB (Region 15) Phone: 770-485-1630Admissions: 770-485-1626After Hours: Patricia Rowe

770-485-1635Director:



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Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountCEO 1 Child Care Worker 6Director 1 Quality Assurance Administrator 1Supervisor 2


Program DescriptionOpen Gate provides food, clothing, shelter,medical attentionwhen needed, educational services and recreational activities forup to 9 boys and girls who are victims of abuse and neglect. Allof a child's needs are met while in care at Open Gate. Theagency partners with Nortside Psychological Services (NPS), aMedicaid approved provider, who ensures all of a child's mentalhealth needs are met through individual and group threapy withlicensed clinicians.










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 tutoring on-site, Cobb Works employment opportunities, tutoring on-site (Certified teachers),community volunteer opportunities, life skills Instruction on-site, girls' only workshops, Teen Parenting connections(for teen mothers w/ children)


DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile Chestnut Manor (581) Site Address: 8673 Chestnut Ln.

Lithia Springs, GA 30122 County: DOUGLAS (Region 3) Phone: 770-920-9369Admissions: 404 62 6798After Hours: Shirley Brady

404 626 6798Director:



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


Program DescriptionWe are a total care facility and serve males between the ages of6 and 18 years of age. We provide room and board, social skillsand independent living skills training. We utilize communityresources for mental and physical health and other services tomeet residents needs. We also provide in house tutoring.

Counties Served: DOUGLAS





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: 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 CHRIS Kids, Inc. Dekalb (597) Site Address: 2914 Cocklebur Trail

Decatur, GA 30334 County: DEKALB (Region 14) Phone: (404) 284-0109Admissions: 404-564-3420After Hours: Cindy Simpson

770-823-2858Director: Kathy Colbenson


License Type: CCI Vendor ID: 35278Opened: 2001 SHINES Resource ID: 8000044OPM Team: Green Accreditation Status: COA


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Program Designations RateMWO $212.00

Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountCEO 1 Direct Care Supervisor 1Director 1 HSP (Human Services Professional) 1Intake Worker 1 Paraprofessional 12Program Director 1 Quality Assurance Administrator 1


Program DescriptionThe DeKalb Home, licensed for ages 6-18, provides maximumroom, board, and watchful oversight services to male youthaverage ages of 14-18 at a suburban ranch home in NorthDecatur. The boys attend public school. CHRIS Kids, thecorporate umbrella under which the group homes operate, alsooperates an outpatient MRO clinic, the CHRIS Counseling Center,which provides CORE services to youth with severe emotional andco-occurring disorders. These services, when selected by thecustodian, are provided to youth at the DeKalb home two timesper weeek.





Age/IQ/Gender Notes:Age range is flexible depending upon the needs and presenting issues of theyouth, and the make-up of the home at any given time. 70 IQ is not a rule out,but represents a threshold that at less than, that the intake department wouldlook for adaptive assessment scores and direct the focus of the interview on,among other things, the youth's ability 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) Site Address: 3819 Chattahoochee Dr.

Douglasville, GA 30135 County: DOUGLAS (Region 3) Phone: 404-942-1540Admissions: 404-564-3420After Hours: Cindy Simpson

770-823-2858 Director: Kathy Colbenson

[email protected]



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Program DescriptionThe Douglas Home, licensed for ages 6-18, is a 6 bed grouphomes for males average ages 14-18, providing maximum room,board, and watchful oversight services. The group home is asplit-level home located in the suburban Douglasville area. CHRISKids also operates an outpatient MRO clinic called CHRISCounseling Center. The Counseling Center providescomprehensive CORE services to RBWO youth placed at theDouglas home two times per week, when selected by custodian.





Age/IQ/Gender Notes:Age requirements may vary depending upon the specific make-up of the homeat any given time. IQs of less than 70 may require adaptive assessmentscores. The interview would focus attention on the youth's ability to succeed inthe programming.







DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile CHRIS Kids, Inc. Ellenwood (599) Site Address: 4489 Northwind Dr.

Ellenwood, GA 30294 County: CLAYTON (Region 13) Phone: 404-212-5035Admissions: 404-564-3420After Hours: Cindy Simpson


[email protected]



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


Program DescriptionThe Ellenwood Home, licensed for ages 6-18, provides maximumroom, board, and watchful oversight services to male youthaverage ages 14-18. CHRIS Kids, the corporate umbrella underwhich the group homes operate, also operates an outpatientMRO clinic, the CHRIS Counseling Center, which provides COREservices to youth with severe emotional and co-occurringdisorders. These services, when selected by the custodian, areprovided to youth at the Ellenwood home twice per week.



DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile CHRIS Kids, Inc. Fulton (601) Site Address: 3686 Calmer Circle

East Point, GA 30344 County: FULTON (Region 14) Phone: (404) 768-4527Admissions: 404-564-3420After Hours: Cindy Simpson


[email protected]



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Program DescriptionThe Fulton Home, licensed for ages 6-18, provides maximumroom, board, and watchful oversight services to male youthaverage ages 15-18. CHRIS Kids, the corporate umbrella underwhich the group homes operate, also operates an outpatientMRO clinic, the CHRIS Counseling Center, which provides COREservices to youth with severe emotional and co-occurringdisorders. These services, when selected by the custodian, arecoordinated for youth at the Fulton home two times per week..

Counties Served: FULTON


DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile CHRIS Kids, Inc. Gwinnett (602) Site Address: 2552 Poplar St.

Snellville, GA 30078 County: GWINNETT (Region 15) Phone: 404-978-3549Admissions: 404-564-3420After Hours: Cindy Simpson


[email protected]



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Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountCEO 1 HSP (Human Services Professional) 1Intake Worker 1 Paraprofessional 13Program Director 2 Quality Assurance Administrator 1Supervisor 1


Program DescriptionThe Gwinnett Home, licensed for ages 6-18, provides maximumroom, board, and watchful oversight services to male youthaverage ages 12-16 at a suburban split level home in Snellville.The boys attend public school. CHRIS Kids, the corporateumbrella under which the group homes operate, also operates anoutpatient MRO clinic, the CHRIS Counseling Center, whichprovides CORE services to youth with severe emotional andco-occurring disorders. These services, when selected by thecustodian, are provided to youth at the Gwinnett home twice perweek.

Counties Served: GWINNETT




Age/IQ/Gender Notes:Age ranges are flexible depending upon the presenting needs and strengths ofthe youth and the make up of the youth already in the home. IQ is not a ruleout, but for you presenting with IQs less than 70 the intake staff would requirean adaptive scale score and would focus carefully during the interview on theyouth's ability to success in the programming.







DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile CHRIS Kids, Inc. Rock Shadow (617) Site Address: 568 Rock Shadow Ct.

Stone Mountain, GA 30087 County: DEKALB (Region 14) Phone: (404) 498-2002Admissions: 404-564-3420After Hours: Cindy Simpson


[email protected]



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Program DescriptionThe Rock Shadow Home, licensed for ages 6-18, 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, thecorporate umbrella under which the group homes operate, alsooperates an outpatient MRO clinic, the CHRIS Counseling Center,which provides CORE services to youth with severe emotional andco-occurring disorders. These services, when selected by thecustodian, are provided to youth at the Rock Shadow home twotimes per week.





Age/IQ/Gender Notes:Age range is flexible depending upon the needs and presenting issues of theyouth, and the make-up of the home at any given time. 70 IQ is not a rule out,but at less than that the intake department would look for adaptiveassessment scores and the interview would focus on, among other things, theyouth's ability to succeed in the programming.







DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile CHRIS Kids, Inc. Sherwood (604) Site Address: 569 Sherwood Greens



[email protected]



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Program DescriptionThe Sherwood Home, licensed for ages 6-18, 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, thecorporate umbrella under which the group homes operate, alsooperates an outpatient MRO clinic, the CHRIS Counseling Center,which provides CORE services to youth with severe emotional andco-occurring disorders. These services, when selected by thecustodian, are provided to youth at the Sherwood home twiceweekly.








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) Site Address: 505 Stephenson Rd.



[email protected]



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Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountCEO 1 Director 1HSP (Human Services Professional) 1 Intake Worker 1Paraprofessional 10 Program Director 1Quality Assurance Administrator 1 Supervisor 1


Program DescriptionThe Stephenson Home, licensed for ages 6-18, providesmaximum room, board, and watchful oversight services to maleyouth average ages 14-18 at a suburban two story home in StoneMountain. The boys attend public school. CHRIS Kids, thecorporate umbrella under which the group homes operate, alsooperates an outpatient MRO clinic, the CHRIS Counseling Center,which provides CORE services to youth with severe emotional andco-occurring disorders. These services, when selected by thecustodian, are provided to youth at the Stephenson home twiceweekly.



DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile CHRIS Kids, Inc. Summit Trail Boys ILP(4675) Site Address: 2045 Graham Circle SE

Building E Atlanta, GA 30316-2933

County: DEKALB (Region 14) Phone: 770-216-9472Admissions: 404-564-3450After Hours: Shemeka Frazier


[email protected]



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Performance BasedPlacement Scores (FY13)Q1: 90.39% (A-) ILP 41.85%(F) Q2:Q3:Q4:


Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountCEO 1 Intake Worker 1Life Coach 3 Paraprofessional 10Program Director 1 Residential Coordinator 6Supervisor 1


Program DescriptionTransitionZ at Summit Trail prepares young adults to make asuccessful transition to become productive, independent, andcontributing members of our community. Youth reside in anapartment community in which supervision and support isprovided 24 hours, 7 days a week. Youth are on track for“graduated independence” and participate in guiding andformulating their individualized service plans. Services areoutlined by each youth’s individualized service plan.





Age/IQ/Gender Notes:Young adult must have a documented Mental Health diagnosis to qualify forprogram and require a semi-supervised environment.


√ 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: Recreation/Enrichment Activities


DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile CHRIS Kids, Inc. Summit Trail Girls ILP(4674) Site Address: 2045 Graham Circle SE

Building E Atlanta, GA 30316-2933

County: FULTON (Region 14) Phone: 404-244-4618Admissions:After Hours: Shemeka Frazier


[email protected]



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Performance BasedPlacement Scores (FY13)Q1: 94.84% (A) ILP 48.88%(F) Q2:Q3:Q4:


Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountCEO 1 Director 1Intake Worker 1 Life Coach 3Paraprofessional 12 Program Director 1Supervisor 1


Program DescriptionTransitionZ at Summit Trail prepares young adults to make asuccessful transition to become productive, independent, andcontributing members of our community. Youth reside in anapartment community in which supervision and support isprovided 24 hours, 7 days a week. Youth are on track for“graduated independence” and participate in guiding andformulating their individualized service plans. Services areoutlined by each youth’s individualized service plan.





Age/IQ/Gender Notes:Young adult must have a documented Mental Health diagnosis to qualify forprogram and require a semi-supervised environment.





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: Recreation/Enrichment Activities


DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile CHRIS Kids, Inc. Summit Trail- SecondChance (5110) Site Address: 2045 Graham Circle

Atlanta, GA 30316 County: DEKALB (Region 14) Phone:Admissions:After Hours:Director:



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Program Designations Rate2nd Chance $75.00

Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountUnassigned 2

Placement Types Accepted Program Description



DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile Christian City Home for Children (585) Site Address: 7345 Red Oak Rd.

Union City, GA 30291 County: FULTON (Region 14) Phone: 770-964-3309Admissions: 770-964-3309After Hours: Kelvin or Jill Thompson

770-655-3224Director: Phil Kouns

[email protected]



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Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountChild Care Worker 2 Director 1House Parent 9 Program Director 1Social Worker 2


Program DescriptionThe Home for Children at Christian City opened on ValentinesDay, 1965 with a single cottage for boys. Today, the Home forChildren provides care for boys and girls. We are now licensed tocare for 62 children on campus in eight residential cottages and24 children off campus in Foster Care. The children live withhouseparents, whom they call "Mom" & "Dad", who live atChristian City full-time. The houseparents do not work shifts, butare in the same home full-time just like regular parents. All of thechildren at Christian City have a legal parent or guardian andtherfore are not up for adoption. Christian City is not an adoptionagency. Christian City provides a loving and secure





Age/IQ/Gender Notes:Christian City services children from age 5-post high school and each residentis evaluated on a case-by-case basis regarding IQ, gender, and needs.


√ 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 GA BaptistPsychiatric Facility Affiliation: N




DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile Deloach Group Home (619) Site Address: 282 North East Anchor RD

Ludowici, GA 31316 County: LONG (Region 12) Phone: 912-545-9458Admissions: 912-294-1887After Hours: Linda Deloach

912-294-1887Director: Linda DeLoach

[email protected]



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Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountAdministrative Assistant 1 Child Care Worker 32Director 1 HSP (Human Services Professional) 6


Program DescriptionDGH, Inc. is a family oriented Girls Group Home. We provide asafe, healthy environment that allows growth and matuity. Weprovide an array of counseling services, educational services,tutoring, substance abuse counseling and fun activities, afterschool extra curricular activities, life skills,independent living skillsand spiritual guidance, but most of all unconditional love. We usethe least restrictive behavior management. We encourage familyvisitation, contact, and reunification if possible. We believe youngpeople are the worlds most valuable resource. We are a GroupHome that takes pride in demonstrating a family type setting.

Counties Served: LONG






√ 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: American Brain


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 Devereux GA Treatment Network ProjectPlus (4429) Site Address: 2740 Tiffany Drive

Marietta, GA 30008 County: COBB (Region 15) Phone: 770-795-9465Admissions: 678-303-5233After Hours: Karsten Hartman

770-795-9465Director: Gwen Skinner

[email protected]

License Type: CCI Vendor ID: 35306Opened: 2001 SHINES Resource ID: 8507252OPM Team: Green Accreditation Status: JCAHO


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Performance BasedPlacement Scores (FY13)Q1: 110.00% (A+) ILP 87.95%(B+) Q2:Q3:Q4:


Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountChild Care Worker 6 Direct Care Supervisor 1Executive Director 1 HSP (Human Services Professional) 2Intake Worker 1 Program Manager 1Quality Assurance Administrator 1


Program DescriptionProject PLUS is a Transitional Living Program that provideshousing and support services for young men between the ages of16 - 21. Youth who would otherwise have no appropriate optionsfor housing and be at risk for homelessness, receive support andguidance as they prepare for independence.






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 Dream House Youth Services, Inc.(formerly Ctr for Creative Growth &Human Dvlpmt) House of Job (4582) Site Address: 517 Ridley Avenue

LaGrange, GA 30241 County: TROUP (Region 4) Phone: 706-637-8246Admissions: 7066378246After Hours: Dr. Jimmy D. McCamey, Jr.

7065231114Director:

License Type: CCI Vendor ID: 82982Opened: 2007 SHINES Resource ID: 11309456OPM Team: Red Accreditation Status: CARF


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Program Designations RateAWO $128.98MWO $181.84

Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountChild Care Worker 5 Founder 1HSP (Human Services Professional) 1 Residential Coordinator 1

Placement Types AcceptedDFCS custodyDFCS/DJJ joint custodyEmancipatedParental custody

Program DescriptionDream House Youth Services, Inc. provides a comprehensivecommunity-based residential treatment program for Additionaland Maximum Watchful Oversight males ages 12-17 who aredifficult to place in traditional residential treatment programs.Treatment programs cover behavioral problems including sexualabuse, self-abuse, emotional dis-regulation and conduct disorder.Dream House residents may be diagnosed with psychiatricdisorders or learning disabilities and may have a history ofDepartment of Juvenile Justice or Department of Family andChildren Services involvement.

Counties Served: TROUP




Age/IQ/Gender Notes:IQ of a 70 and above. All other youth will be admitted 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



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 Dream House Youth Services, Inc.(formerly Ctr for Creative Growth &Human Dvlpmt) House of Samuel (4581) Site Address: 500 Granite Street

Hogansville, GA 30230 County: TROUP (Region 4) Phone: 7066738246Admissions: 7068841212After Hours: Dr. Jimmy D. McCamey, Jr.

7065231114Director: Dr. Jimmy McCamey

[email protected]



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Program DescriptionDream House Youth Services, Inc. provides a comprehensivecommunity-based residential treatment program for Additionaland Maximum Watchful Oversight males ages 12-17 who aredifficult to place in traditional residential treatment programs.Treatment programs cover behavioral problems including sexualabuse, self-abuse, emotional dis-regulation and conduct disorder.Center residents may be diagnosed with psychiatric disorders orlearning disabilities and may have a history of Department ofJuvenile Justice or Department of Family and Children Servicesinvolvement.





Age/IQ/Gender Notes:Youth who have IQ below 70 will be considered 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





DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile Dream House Youth Services, Inc.(formerly Ctr for Creative Growth &Human Dvlpmt) Lighthouse (956) Site Address: 102 West Bacon Street

LaGrange, GA 30241 County: TROUP (Region 4) Phone: 706-637-8246Admissions: 706-8841080After Hours: Dr. Jimmy D. McCamey, Jr.

7065231114Director: Dr. Jimmy McCamey, Jr.

7068841212



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Program DescriptionDream House Youth Services, Inc. provides a comprehensivecommunity-based residential treatment program for Additionaland Maximum Watchful Oversight males ages 12-18 who aredifficult to place in traditional residential treatment programs.Treatment programs cover behavioral problems including sexualabuse, self-abuse, emotional dis-regulation and conduct disorder.Center residents may be diagnosed with psychiatric disorders orlearning disabilities and may have a history of Department ofJuvenile Justice or Department of Family and Children Servicesinvolvement.





Age/IQ/Gender Notes:IQ of a 70 or above. Youth who has an IQ below 70 are accepted on a case bycase 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


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




DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile Elks Aidmore Children's Center (628) Site Address: 2394 Morrison Rd.

Conyers, GA 30094 County: ROCKDALE (Region 13) Phone: 770-483-3535Admissions: (770)483-3535After Hours: On-Call

(404) 667-6672Director: Abe Wilkinson

(770) 483-3535 [email protected]



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Performance BasedPlacement Scores (FY13)Q1: 80.29% (B-) Q2:Q3:Q4:

Program Designations RateTLP $101.82Base $101.82AWO $128.98

Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountAdministrative Assistant 2 CEO 1Child Care Worker 6 Coordinator of Educational Services 1HSP (Human Services Professional) 2 Intake Worker 1Life Coach 1 Program Director 1Supervisor 1


Program DescriptionElks Aidmore, Inc. addresses the needs of youth and families incrisis. Our mission is to provide youth and families in crisis withthe necessary skills and resources to help heal their hearts,restore their hopes and rebuild their lives- we have providedservices to Georgia’s children for more than eight decades. Wedeliver our mission through a wide range of residential treatmentand support programs to participants and their families that focuson creating success for at-risk teenagers and young adults.Components: -Education- public education through RockdalePublic Schools -Affordable safe housing- children live in cottagesand are supervised 24 hours a day -GED and v

Counties Served: 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

Program ServicesCore Services/MRO Provider: N Family TiesPsychiatric 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 Elks Aidmore Children's CenterTransitional Living Program (629) Site Address: 2394 Morrison Rd.

Conyers, GA 30094 County: ROCKDALE (Region 13) Phone: 770-483-3535Admissions: (770)483-3535After Hours: On-Call Worker

(404) 667-6672Director: Abe Wilkinson

(770) 483-3535 [email protected]



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Performance BasedPlacement Scores (FY13)Q1: 81.62% (B-) ILP 49.24%(F) Q2:Q3:Q4:


Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountAdministrative Assistant 2 CEO 1Child Care Worker 8 HSP (Human Services Professional) 2Intake Worker 2 Life Coach 1Nurse 1 Program Director 1Supervisor 1


Program DescriptionThe Preparation For Independent Living Program provides youthwith the opportunity to learn the important practical andinterpersonal skills needed to live successfully in today's world.The program provides skilled counselors who provide guidanceand practical knowledge through a series of life skills programs,group meetings, and individual counseling. EDUCATIONEducation is a key component to the ILP program. Residents arerequired to attend school. Students may be attending highschool, GED, technical school or college. The staff encouragesyouth to explore and develop their interests and personal skills. Asummer program has been developed to allow youth to testdifferent career

Counties Served: 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

Program ServicesCore Services/MRO Provider: N Family TiesPsychiatric Facility Affiliation: N




DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile Embracing Arms (944) Site Address: 1673 Hearthstone Court

Jonesboro, GA 30236 County: CLAYTON (Region 13) Phone: 770 477-2551Admissions: 678-437-2557After Hours: La Kendra Baker

404-784-3753Director: Kimberly Underdue

[email protected]



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Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountChild Care Worker 3 Counselor 1Crisis Support 2 Director 1HSP (Human Services Professional) 1 Program Manager 1


Program DescriptionOur agency provides residential services for females ages 12-17that are in the custody of DFCS and/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 Underdue Social ServicesPsychiatric Facility Affiliation: Y Primarily Refer To: Crescent Pines Hospital


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 Families First Cherokee Boys Group Home(637) Site Address: 809 Cherokee Ave., SE

Atlanta, GA 30315 County: DEKALB (Region 14) Phone: 404-853-2822Admissions: 678.984.2377After Hours: Temeka. R. Weatherly

678.984.2377Director: Peggy Baird

[email protected]



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Performance BasedPlacement Scores (FY13)Q1: 68.44% (D+) Q2:Q3:Q4:


Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountCEO 1 Child Care Worker 1Direct Care Supervisor 1 Director 1House Parent 1 Program Manager 1Recruiter and Training Coordinator 1


Program DescriptionCherokee Boys Home located in Grant Park area, can house up to7 boys ages 15-17 years old. The boys issues exhibits issuesranging from difficulty controlling their anger to chronic runawaybehaviors to depression. Families First also serve youth that areaddicted to drugs. Families First Inc prides itself on providing asafe and nurturing environment for youth to seek housing as wellas supportive services that promote their overall emotional andbehavioral wellbeing. In addition to individual, family, and groupcounseling services, youth are encouraged to take advantage ofeducational and permanency services through our Child andYouth services Programs. The youth are also provided oppor





Age/IQ/Gender Notes:The youth range in age from 14-20. The Cherokee home serves males from allnationalities. We serve youth that range in IQ from the low end of thespectrum (70) to higher functioning youth (120).


√ 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, Family WorksPsychiatric 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 Families First College Park Boys GroupHome (638) Site Address: 2345 Morris Rd.

College Park, GA 30349 County: FULTON (Region 14) Phone: 404-853-2844Admissions: 678.984.2377After Hours: Rodney Knight

678-910-7463Director: Peggy Baird

[email protected]



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Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountUnassigned 1 CEO 1Child Care Worker 7 Direct Care Supervisor 1Director 1 Program Manager 1


Program DescriptionSouth Fulton/Morris Road Boys Home can house up to 7 boysages 13-18. Families First Inc prides itself on providing a safe andnurturing environment for youth to seek housing as well assupportive services that promote their overall emotional andbehavioral wellbeing. In addition to individual, family, and groupcounseling services, youth are encouraged to take adavantage ofeducational and permenancy services through our Child andYouth services Programs. The youth are also providedopportunities to participate in theraputic outdoor activities suchas "Wagging Tails Farm" visits, political awareness gained inparticipating on our Debate Team, and become informed on theday to day practices





Age/IQ/Gender Notes:The youth range in age from 14-20. The South Fulton home serves malesfrom all nationalities. We serve youth that range in IQ from the low end of thespectrum (70) to higher functioning youth (120).


√ 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, Family WorksPsychiatric Facility Affiliation: N




DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile Families First Gwindale Girls Group Home(640) Site Address: 2176 Ridgedale Dr.

Grayson, GA 30017 County: GWINNETT (Region 15) Phone: 404-853-2800Admissions: 678.984.2377After Hours: Tameka Weatherly

678-984-2377Director: Peggy Baird

[email protected]



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Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountUnassigned 1 CEO 1Child Care Worker 2 Direct Care Supervisor 1Director 1 Executive Director 1House Parent 1 Program Manager 1


Program DescriptionGwindale Girls Home is located in Grayson, GA and can house upto 7 young ladies ages 13-21 years old. Families First Inc pridesitself on providing a safe and nurturing environment for youth toseek housing as well as supportive services that promote theiroverall emotional and behavioral wellbeing. In addition toindividual, family, and group counseling services, youth areencouraged to take advantage of educational and permanencyservices through our Child and Youth services Programs. Theyouth are also provided opportunities to participate in vocationalreadinesss programs, political awareness gained in participatingon our Debate Team, and become informed on the day to daypractices of





Age/IQ/Gender Notes:The youth range in age from 13-21. The Gwindale Girls' Home servicesfemales from all nationalities. We serve youth that range in IQ from the lowend of the spectrum (70) to higher functioning youth (120).


√ 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, IncPsychiatric 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 Families First Second Chance Home (642) Site Address: 2625 Jerome Rd.

College Park, GA 30349 County: FULTON (Region 14) Phone: 404-853-2800Admissions: 6789842377After Hours: Temeka. Weatherly

678.984.2377Director: Peggy Baird

[email protected]



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Program Designations Rate2nd Chance $162.912nd Chance $224.00

Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountCEO 1 Child Care Worker 8Director 1 HSP (Human Services Professional) 1House Parent 2 Program Director 1Supervisor 1 VP/COO 1


Program DescriptionSecond Chance Home is located in College Park, GA. FamiliesFirst Second Change Home provides services forMothers/Expectant mothers between ages of 13-21. The housecan hold up to 8 young ladies and 10 children. Families First Incprides itself on providing a safe and nurturing environment foryouth to seek housing as well as supportive services thatpromote their overall emotional and behavioral wellbeing. Inaddition to individual, family, and group counseling services,parenting, life skills groups, transportation, and recreationalactivities. Child care services are provided for Mother/Child. Theyouth are encouraged to take advantage of educational andpermanency services through our C





Age/IQ/Gender Notes:The youth range in age from 13-21. The Whatley-Showell Second ChanceHome serves young Mothers/Expectant Mothers from all nationalities. Weserve youth that range in IQ from the low end of the spectrum (70) to higherfunctioning youth (120).

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 Bagley Youth Development, LLCPsychiatric Facility Affiliation: N




DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile Families First Transitional Living Program(643) Site Address: 1105 W. Peachtree St.

Atlanta, GA 30309 County: FULTON (Region 14) Phone: 404-853-2844Admissions: 4048532848After Hours: On call rotation

4043106056Director: Kim Anderson

[email protected]



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Performance BasedPlacement Scores (FY13)Q1: 96.45% (A) ILP 82.65%(B-) Q2:Q3:Q4:


Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountAdministrative Assistant 1 CEO 1Director 1 Life Coach 1Program Manager 1 VP/COO 1

Placement Types AcceptedDFCS custodyEmancipated

Program DescriptionIndependent Living Program aids up to 9 young adults ages18-21 years old.It offers youth the opportunity to live in theirown apartment and attend school and/or work. These youngadults must have completed high school or their GED,andcurrently receiving Extended Youth Services. They can receive astipend,rental assistance, an assigned Life Coach,and areencourged to save with a bank account. They are monitored andsupervised by a Life Coach/ Case Specialist and learnindependent living skills.






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 Community resourcesPsychiatric 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 Family Community Care Centers(formerly Faith Child Caring Centers)(634) Site Address: 280 Tomer Rd.

Perry, GA 31069 County: HOUSTON (Region 6) Phone: 4789738780Admissions: 4789738780After Hours: Joyce Knight

478-973-8780Director: Xavier Moore

[email protected]



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Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountAdministrative Assistant 1 CEO 1Child Care Worker 4 House Parent 1Program Director 1 Program Manager 1


Program DescriptionFamily Community Care Center has been in serve since 2002formerly Faith Child Caring Center, Inc. FCCC provide services formales from age of 10-17 years of age.FCCC will provide awakesupervision (24)hour (7) days a week. Program provide scheduleservices and structured activities, including but not limited toindividual/group mentoring, academic and vocationalassessments, passive and interactive and interactive recreationalprivileges and community interactive sessions.

Counties Served: HOUSTON





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 Family Crisis Center of Walker, Dade,Catoosa, Chattooga Counties The Cottage(645) Site Address: 467 Long Hollow Rd.

Rock Spring, GA 30739 County: WALKER (Region 1) Phone: 706-375-9060Admissions: 7063759060After Hours: Marjorie Lyons

706-375-9060Director: Marjorie Lyons

[email protected]



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Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountAdministrative Assistant 1 Child Care Worker 9Direct Care Supervisor 1 Director 1HSP (Human Services Professional) 1


Program DescriptionWe are a 20 bed facility that can house both male and females.The population age ranges are 13-17. This allows a lot of siblinggroups to remain together.

Counties Served: WALKER







Program ServicesCore Services/MRO Provider: N Lookout Mountain Community ServicesPsychiatric Facility Affiliation: N




DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile Family Support Council Oak HavenSecond Chance Home (646) Site Address: 216 Fort Hill Terr.

Dalton, GA 30720 County: WHITFIELD (Region 1) Phone: 706-259-4550Admissions: 706-259-4552After Hours: Tracy Brookshire

423-580-3068Director:



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Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountChild Care Worker 5 HSP (Human Services Professional) 1House Parent 3 Program Director 1Supervisor 1


Program DescriptionOak Haven Second Chance Home is a highly collaborative entitythat brings together the critical supportive resources of thecommunity to benefit parenting teens and their children. Thiscollaboration enables Oak Haven to keep costs low, increaseaccess to services, maintain a community-based operation, andprovide the highest quality services to teen mothers and theirchildren. Key collaborative partners include the Department ofJuvenile Justice, the Department of Family and Children Services,Whitfield County Health Department, Early Head Start, andDalton Public Schools. All of Oak Haven’s residents are eligible toreceive social services benefits such as TANF, food stamps, WIC,employ





Age/IQ/Gender Notes:Population requirements are parenting or pregnant teenage girls.


√ 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 based servicesPsychiatric Facility Affiliation: N




DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile Foundation Group Home, Inc. CCI (992) Site Address: 827 Tallapoosa Street

Bremen, GA 30110 County: HARALSON (Region 3) Phone: 770-537-0700Admissions:After Hours: Manina Harris

770-712-8784Director: Manina Harris

[email protected]



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Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountDirector 1 House Parent 6


Program DescriptionFoundation Group Home, Inc. is a group home located inHaralson County, GA. We are a non-profit, community-basedfacility dedicated to the service of children in our care.Entrepeneured by Steven Edmerson, we oversee and improve thequality of life for kids who have unfortunately become parts ofthe "system". It is funded by charitable organizations andgenerous donors of surrounding counties in Georgia. It isconstructed to hold 9 children. Our goal at Foundation is toprovide a safe, healthy, and improved quality of life for ourchildren. Through qualified personnel and staff, we conduct oneof the most respected businesses in the world-that is thebusiness of human service. At Fou

Counties Served: HARALSON





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 Solutions Community Services, Inc.Psychiatric 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: Horse Therapy with Rachel's Wish Foundation, Inc.


DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile Genesis House for Homeless, Inc. (654) Site Address: 2107 Hwy 41 North

Perry, GA 31069 County: HOUSTON (Region 6) Phone: 478-987-7466Admissions: 478-918-5994After Hours: Milton Wynn

478-919-8322Director:



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Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountAdministrative Assistant 1 Child Care Worker 5HSP (Human Services Professional) 1


Program DescriptionWe are a child caring institution (group home) that is dedicatedto assisting in saving families and youth. We provide a safe,loving home where our residents can thrive. In addition toproviding counseling, we also are strong on insuring ourresidents get and fully receive a quality education. For many, theGenesis House is truly a new start for them. RBWO and AWO

Counties Served: HOUSTON






√ 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 M. Graham and AssociatesPsychiatric Facility Affiliation: N




DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile Georgia Baptist Children's Home & FamilyMinistries Angel's House (657) Site Address: 1401 Holbrook Rd.

Newnan, GA 30263-7712 County: COWETA (Region 4) Phone: 770.251.7050Admissions: 770-251-7050After Hours: Becky Parish

770-251-6080Director: James Harper




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Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountAdministrative Assistant 1 Child Care Worker 4President 1 Program Director 1


Program DescriptionAngel’s House is a residential/community-based RBWO/Basegroup home. Any age exception based on OPM guidelines.Placement based on: capability of meeting needs, spaceavailable, current group & dynamics & immediacy of need.Program based Case Manager receives & screens servicerequests. Program components: meet basic needs of food,clothing, shelter; group home life w/life skills; educational &recreational opportunities. Educational support: homework help,tutoring, Title I computers & other tools. Staff participate in SSTs,IEPs & other team strategies w/school personnel. Staff providemedical/dental care through scheduling, transporting &participating in medical appointments, follow up,

Counties Served: COWETA




Age/IQ/Gender Notes:Angel's House is licensed for male & female but is currently only servingfemales due to ages and needs.


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 Grace Harbour, GBCHFM Counseling Center, OasisPsychiatric Facility Affiliation: N




DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile Georgia Baptist Children's Home & FamilyMinistries Baxley Campus (664) Site Address: 9420 Blackshear Hwy.

Baxley, GA 31513 County: APPLING (Region 9) Phone: 912-367-6691Admissions:After Hours: on call supervisor



License Type: CCI Vendor ID: 35359Opened: SHINES Resource ID: 8507289OPM Team: Red Accreditation Status: COA


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Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountAdministrative Assistant 1 Child Care Worker 28HSP (Human Services Professional) 2 Intake Worker 1President 1 Program Director 2


Program DescriptionGeorgia Baptist Children's Homes and Family Ministries is aChristian caring ministry whose services are designed to promotethe spiritual, physical and emotional well-being of children, youthand families. As one of the oldest and largest providers ofresidential care and counseling services in Georgia, our ministriesreach beyond the tragedies of life to help families and children indesperate need of love, support and healing. Age: 6-17 Sex: Male& Female Eligibility: Children must be physically and emotionallyable to accept group living in a cottage of 8-10 children.Residents must attend public school and should have at leastborderline intelligence (minimum Full Scale IQ: 70)

Counties Served: APPLING






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 Georgia Baptist Children's Home & FamilyMinistries dba Good Shepherd The (685) Site Address: 390 Bar Rest Ranch Road

Warm Springs, GA 31830 County: MERIWETHER (Region 4) Phone: 706-655-2354Admissions: (770) 463-3800After Hours: Jamey Grover





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Program Designations RateAWO $128.98

Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountActivities & Recreation Coordinator 1 Child Care Worker 12HSP (Human Services Professional) 2 Intake Worker 1President 1 Teacher 1


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 - 12capacity. On campus accredited school is provided.

Counties Served: MERIWETHER









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 & FamilyMinistries Fayette Program: JohnsonHome (660) Site Address: 115 Elsberry Ln.

Brooks, GA 30205 County: FAYETTE (Region 4) Phone: 770-460-6652Admissions: 770-460-6652After Hours: Sandra Johnson





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Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountAdministrative Assistant 1 Child Care Worker 4HSP (Human Services Professional) 1 President 1Program Director 1


Program DescriptionThe Fayette Program of GA Baptist Children's Homes is a basiccare group home named the Friday Johnson Home in Brooks, GA.The home serves 10 children ages 6-17 and is considered RBWObasic. Our program offers counseling, routine medical/dentalcare, medication management as needed through a psychiatrist,recreation,educational support through the local school, spiritualguidance in the home and at a local church, life skills training andnutritional balanced meals. This well-rounded program hastremendous community support giving our children manyopportunities that they may not otherwise enjoy. Our childrenparticipate in extra-curricular activities, field trips, camps in thesummer an

Counties Served: FAYETTE




Age/IQ/Gender Notes:Males--6-12; Females--6-17. When possible this program does not mixteenage boys and teenage girls due to the increased liabilities this creates.


√ 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 Georgia Baptist Children's Home & FamilyMinistries Maternity Home (662) Site Address: 9250 Hutcheson Ferry Rd.

Palmetto, GA 30268 County: FULTON (Region 14) Phone: 770-463-3344Admissions: (770) 463-3344After Hours: Sharon Wallace

(770) 463-3344Director: James Harper




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Program Designations RateMaternity $101.82

Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountAdministrative Assistant 1 Child Care Worker 4President 1 Program Director 1


Program DescriptionThe Maternity Program at GBCHFM consists of one cottage withcapacity for 8. Staff are live-in with two on duty. Meals are servedon site. The mothers- to- be receive pre-natal care from localOB/GYN physicians and deliver at local hospitals. Each residentparticipates in birthing preparation and for those choosing toparent their child, they also have child care preparation. Plans aremade from date of placement for housing and services followingbirth. Residents attend school on site for approved credit or worktoward their GED. Individual, family and group counseling isprovided on site.





Age/IQ/Gender Notes:Pregnant unmarried females between 12 and 21.

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 & FamilyMinistries Meansville Campus (666)*Suspended*Site Address: 1508 Hwy. 19 S.

Meansville, GA 30256 County: PIKE (Region 4) Phone: 770-567-8987Admissions: (770) 463-3800After Hours: Ginger Lively

770 468-6119Director: James Harper




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Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountIntake Worker 1 President 1


Program DescriptionDFCS, DJJ, family members and clergy refer residents. Reasonsfor placement range from sexual abuse, to abandonment, tounruly. We provide RBWO to the residents. We providetransportation and support for medical, psychological, andpsychiatric services.

Counties Served: PIKE




Age/IQ/Gender Notes:Our girl's MWO program has temporarily closed as we evaluate what programswe may be able to offer that will provide the best type of services to youth inneed.


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 Georgia Baptist Children's Home & FamilyMinistries Nelson Price (4508) Site Address: 729 Lawrence St.

Marietta, GA 30060 County: COBB (Region 15) Phone: 770.514.8255Admissions: 770.514.8255After Hours: Claudia Gunselman

7703482848Director: James Harper

[email protected]

License Type: CCI Vendor ID: 35360Opened: 1998 SHINES Resource ID: 8507290

OPM Team: Green Accreditation Status: OtherCOA


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Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountAdministrative Assistant 1 Child Care Worker 23Clinical Director 1 HSP (Human Services Professional) 1Nurse 1 President 1Teacher 2


Program DescriptionThe Nelson L. Price Treatment Center of Georgia BaptistChildren's Homes and Family Ministries, Inc. is a residentialsubstance abuse treatment program serving youth ages 12(twelve) to 17 (seventeen). Average length of stay is 12 (twelve)months. The program focuses on group, family and individualtherapies. The Nelson Price Treatment Center also offers AA/NAgroups, Lifeskills and Recreation Therapy. The on-site school,Collins Academy, is accredited by the Southern Association ofColleges and Schools.







√ 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: Substance Abuse Treatment


DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile Georgia Baptist Children's Home & FamilyMinistries Palmetto Campus (864) Site Address: 9250 Hutcheson Ferry Rd.

Palmetto, GA 30268 County: FULTON (Region 14) Phone: (770)463-3344Admissions: (770) 463-3800After Hours: Kimber Scott

(770) 463-3800Director: James Harper




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Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountAdministrative Assistant 1 Child Care Worker 46HSP (Human Services Professional) 4 Intake Worker 1President 1 Program 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. Somebedrooms have private baths. DAC residents attend theon-campus school, AMEC, and participate in campus activities.Residents receive counseling/therapy services at the campusCounseling Center. 2. [MWO] -- Victory Program. The Victoryprogram serves adolescent females who have been victimizedthrough commercial sexual exploitation. Victory residentsparticipate in daily therapeutic groups, individual counselingsessions, on-site ac






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: Sexually exploited females


DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile Georgia Sheriff's Youth Home dba BoysRanch (676) Site Address: 5671 Hwy 122 E.

Hahira, GA 31632 County: LOWNDES (Region 11) Phone: 229-794-2606Admissions: 229-794-2606After Hours: Shaun Eilders

229-794-2606Director: Beth Tillman

[email protected]



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Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountClinical Director 1 Director 1House Parent 8 Social Worker 1

Placement Types AcceptedDFCS custodyParental custody

Program DescriptionGa. Sheriffs Boy's Ranch serves children in DFCS custody whoseneeds are at Base Watchful Oversight level.





Age/IQ/Gender Notes:We accept children up to the age of 16. However, if they are still in care andstill require placement, the child is welcome to stay until they complete school.We also help our children go to college or other secondary education if theyare interested in furthering their education.

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 Georgia Sheriff's Youth Home dbaCherokee Estate (677) Site Address: 850 Cherokee Estate Rd.

Dalton, GA 30721 County: WHITFIELD (Region 1) Phone: 706-259-8581Admissions: 706-259-8581After Hours: Haley Castoe

706-537-5373Director: Nikita Jordan

[email protected]



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Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountDirector 1 HSP (Human Services Professional) 2House Parent 9


Program DescriptionTo provide quality child care for Georgia’s children who may beproducts of physical and emotional neglect, physical and sexualabuse, and disrupted families. The youth, who are notadjudicated delinquents, are often unable to function well withinthe structure of their own homes, public schools and theircommunity. Although these children are not severely emotionallydisturbed, they are characterized by low self esteem, emotionalhandicaps, poor social relationship skills, low frustrationtolerance, and poor academic success. The mission will provideopportunities for boys and girls in care to resolve their personalconflicts, find their identities, and learn proper values as theywork t





Age/IQ/Gender Notes:Children may remain in our care after the age of eighteen if they are enrolledin 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





DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile Georgia Sheriff's Youth Home dbaHerrington Homes (678) Site Address: 8109 Hwy. 297

Nunez, GA 30448 County: EMANUEL (Region 9) Phone: 912-562-3968Admissions:After Hours: Lisa Jarriel

912-562-3968Director:



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Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountAdministrative Assistant 1 Director 1HSP (Human Services Professional) 1 House Parent 6


Program DescriptionGa Sheriffs Herrington Homestead works with children who havebase watchful oversight needs between the ages of 6-16. We willalso assist in developing a child's independent living skills.

Counties Served: EMANUEL




Age/IQ/Gender Notes:At time of admission we accept children between the ages of 6 and 16. Theymay continue to be served by our program as long as they are in school. Thisincludes higher education.

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 CarePartnersPsychiatric Facility Affiliation: N




DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile Georgia Sheriff's Youth Home dbaMountainview (963) Site Address: 716 Jackson Lake Road

Chatsworth, GA 30705 County: MURRAY (Region 1) Phone: 706 695-2100Admissions: 706-259-8581After Hours: Tiffany Hammontree

706-5375373Director: Nikita Jordan

[email protected]



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Program DescriptionTo provide quality child care for Georgia’s children who may beproducts of physical and emotional neglect, physical and sexualabuse, and disrupted families. The youth, who are notadjudicated delinquents, are often unable to function well withinthe structure of their own homes, public schools and theircommunity. Although these children are not severely emotionallydisturbed, they are characterized by low self esteem, emotionalhandicaps, poor social relationship skills, low frustrationtolerance, and poor academic success. The mission will provideopportunities for boys and girls in care to resolve their personalconflicts, find their identities, and learn proper values as theywork t

Counties Served: MURRAY




Age/IQ/Gender Notes:As long as a child is enrolled in school they can stay with us even after the ageof 18.


√ 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 Goshen Valley Foundation dba GoshenValley Boy's Ranch (687) Site Address: 387 Goshen Church Way

Waleska, GA 30183 County: CHEROKEE (Region 3) Phone: 7707964618Admissions: 770-833-1055After Hours: Jenny Wood

770-833-1055Director: Jenny Wood

[email protected]

License Type: CCI Vendor ID: 35392Opened: 2002 SHINES Resource ID: 8507315OPM Team: Red Accreditation Status: COA


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Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountAdministrative Assistant 1 Case Manager 1Clinical Director 1 Director 3Executive Director 1 HSP (Human Services Professional) 2House Parent 15 Intake Worker 1Program Director 2


Program DescriptionPermanency Initiative , ILP and community outreach

Counties Served: CHEROKEE




Age/IQ/Gender Notes:Waivers are considered for children ages 12 and under appropriate forplacement. Community emancipation is achieved in our permanency program,available to serve youth between the ages of 18 and 21.


√ 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 Renaissance Counseling Psychiatric Facility Affiliation: Y Primarily Refer To: Viewpoint Stabilization Program


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: Internship Work Program, Driving Program


DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile Goshen Valley Foundation NewBeginnings House of Hope (5130) Site Address: 110 Pine Rock Place

Waleska, GA 30183 County: CHEROKEE (Region 3) Phone: 7707964618Admissions: 770-833-1055After Hours: Jenny Wood-Harris

770-833-1055Director: Jenny Wood-Harris

[email protected]



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Performance BasedPlacement Scores (FY13)Q1: 102.67% (A+) ILP 97.50%(A+) Q2:Q3:Q4:


Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountClinical Director 1 HSP (Human Services Professional) 1House Parent 1 Life Coach 1Program Director 1


Program DescriptionBuilding on a decade of proven outcomes, Goshen Valley looks tobroaden its commitment to vulnerable youth and improve thelong term outcomes for foster children in Northwest Georgia.Goshen Valley will stand by the older, alone child who faces adifficult and uncertain future. With investment in communityprogramming, Goshen Valley seeks to better reach the youth whoare entering into adulthood. The North Georgia New BeginningsProgram will act as a continuation of the Goshen Valley ministryand is designed to assist youth who have been in Georgia’s fostercase system as they make their first steps in beginning asuccessful adult life. North Georgia New Beginnings (NGNB) willprovide a sup







√ 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 Renaissance/Dr. Davis PhdPsychiatric Facility Affiliation: Y Primarily Refer To: Viewpoint Short term Crisis Stabilization


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 Driving Program


DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile Greenbriar Children's Center (688) Site Address: 3709 Hopkins St.

Savannah, GA 31405 County: CHATHAM (Region 12) Phone: 912-234-3431Admissions: 912-236-8789After Hours: Constance Nunnally

912-236-8789Director: Gena Taylor

[email protected]



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Performance BasedPlacement Scores (FY13)Q1: 84.47% (B) Q2:Q3:Q4:


Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountUnassigned 2 Child Care Worker 8Director 1 Program Manager 1Shelter Coordinator 1


Program DescriptionSupervised Emergency Services are provided on a 24/7, yearround basis, for youth, ages 12-17 years old,(special permissionmust be authorized for youth under the age of 12) who are inDFCS custody or youth who are brought to the facility bySavanah/Chatham County law enforcement and a DFCS casemanager.Limited stay Emergency services are provided forChatham county youth ages 11-17 years old through ourRunaway/Homeless Program whose parent(s)or legal guardiansare temporarily housed in the Savannah Salvation Army facility asthe family await housing placement, or youth who have runawayfrom home and are in need of help. Greenbriar also has aresidential program for youth ages 12-17 who are

Counties Served: CHATHAM




Age/IQ/Gender Notes:Lower IQ considered on individual basis.



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


DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile Greenbriar Children's Center ILP Program(5118) Site Address: 711 Lincoln Street

Savannah, GA 31401 County: CHATHAM (Region 12) Phone: 912-233-4860Admissions:After Hours:Director: Gena Taylor



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Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountUnassigned 1

Placement Types Accepted Program Description



DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile Gwinnett Children's Shelter (690) Site Address: 3850 Tuggle Rd.

Buford, GA 30519 County: GWINNETT (Region 15) Phone: 678-546-8770Admissions: 678-546-8770After Hours: On Duty Staff

678-546-8770Director: Kim Phillips

[email protected]



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Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountUnassigned 3 Administrative Assistant 3Child Care Worker 18 Coordinator of Educational Services 1Direct Care Supervisor 3 Director 2Executive Director 1 Family Service Worker 1HSP (Human Services Professional) 2 Nurse 1Program Director 1 Supervisor 1


Program DescriptionThe Gwinnett Children's Shelter Short-Term facility providesemergency placement and short-term residential care, generallynot to exceed 9-12 months to adolescents aged 12-17. Intake isavailable 24 hours a day. Services provided to youth includeindividual and group counseling, community outings, recreationalactivities, tutoring and academic assistance.










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 Gwinnett Children's Shelter AdolescentBoys Teen Development Program (1012) Site Address: 3840 Tuggle Rd

Buford, GA 30519 County: GWINNETT (Region 15) Phone: 678-546-8770Admissions:After Hours: Agency Personnel

678-546-8770Director: Kim Phillips

[email protected]



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Performance BasedPlacement Scores (FY13)Q1: 84.64% (B) ILP 44.54%(F) Q2:Q3:Q4:


Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountChild Care Worker 6 Direct Care Supervisor 2Director 1 Executive Director 1HSP (Human Services Professional) 2 Nurse 1Program Director 1 Supervisor 1


Program DescriptionThe Gwinnett Children’s Shelter Adolescent Long-term facilityProgram serves adolescent males aged 16 to 21 years old. Theprogram identifies and addresses the needs of adolescent boyswith an emphasis on providing life skills to support the growthand development of youth. The purpose of this program is tomeet the needs of youth and families to ensure that young maleswithout a viable option for other long term placement have anindividually tailored group living program that includes: • A safe,positive and nurturing environment that supports healthybehavior change • An opportunity to work collaboratively withstaff to develop a predictable and structured living environment •Develop







√ 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 Northside Psychological ServoicesPsychiatric 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 HARP Foundation, Inc. Douglas Campus(1022) Site Address: 1731 Nichols Rd.

Hwy. 32 Douglas, GA 31534 County: COFFEE (Region 11) Phone: 912-384-8437Admissions: 912-384-8437After Hours: Michael Stull

912 384-8437Director: Deborah Ward




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


Program DescriptionThe Douglas Campus program has been approved to service 8males between the ages of 12-18. The Douglas Campus is areplica of the Vidalia Campus program. The mission of the HARPFoundation is to ensure all youth, including youth with learningdisabilities, understand their strengths, interest, and learningstyles. Then use this inforamtion with other tools to facilitate thesuccessful transition into work, independent living,post-secondary education, training, and the opportunity toenhance themselves, from an entrepreneurial standpoint.

Counties Served: COFFEE





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 Satilla 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: Sex Offender Counseling


DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile HARP Foundation, Inc. Vidalia Campus(693) Site Address: 701 Vann St.

Vidalia, GA 30474 County: TOOMBS (Region 9) Phone: 912-538-0717Admissions: 912 538-0717After Hours: Deborah Ward

478-494-3310Director: Deborah Ward

[email protected]



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Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountChild Care Worker 6 Director 1Program Director 1


Program DescriptionThe HARP Foundation provides RBWO services to young menages 12-17 years of age. The Foundation has had success withdifficult to place children with anger problems and trouble coping.Because the Program is located with in the Vidalia city limits,successes include attending public school, GED programs,employment opportunities, and independent / transitional livinglearning experiences.

Counties Served: TOOMBS




Age/IQ/Gender Notes:Program has accepted residents with less than 70 IQ on an emergency basis.



Program ServicesCore Services/MRO Provider: N Malinda Graham & Associates AgcyPsychiatric 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 Counseling


DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile Haven Heart's Community DevelopmentCenter Haven Heart's CommunityDevelopment Center (921) Site Address: 6616 Crossing Creek Point

Austell, GA 30126 County: COBB (Region 15) Phone: 770 485-2202Admissions: 770-485-2202After Hours: William Wells

404-245-5841Director: Sonja Hopkins

[email protected]



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Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountDirector 1 HSP (Human Services Professional) 1Life Coach 3


Program DescriptionHaven Heart's Community Development Center is a humanservices agency. Established in 1996, Haven Heart's CommunityDevelopment focused on career opportunities and entrepreneurialskills for young male adults within the community. With societalchanges our program evolved to include therapeutic residentialcare, where clients are trained to become self- sufficient.Community involvement geared toward teaching long-term lifeand social skills. Our agency is also CARF Accredited. HavenHeart's Community Development Center is anTransitional/Independent Living Program for young adults due toneglect, abuse, or other unfortunate circumstances. MISSIONHaven Heart's Transitiona





Age/IQ/Gender Notes:Effective 2/15/10, program changed to serve males ages 14-21


√ 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: Atlanta Behavior




DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile Hephzibah Children's Home (695) Site Address: 6601 Zebulon Rd.

Macon, GA 31220 County: BIBB (Region 6) Phone: 478-477-3383Admissions: 478-972-1860After Hours: Cynthia Bembridge

478 477-3383Director: Cyril Chitty




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Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountCEO 1 Director 1Executive Director 2 HSP (Human Services Professional) 3House Parent 20


Program DescriptionThis is a residential RBWO program for 26-30 children and youngpeople ages 13-21 or: until they are out of high school, age-outof care, or sign themselves back into care after the 18th birthday.There are three (3) Houses designated to Teen Parent SecondChance Homes serving 30 Moms and Children. The Teen ParentHomes each has 5 bedrooms to accomodate one Mom and OneChild. Hephzibah Children's Home has three - ten bed homes forRBWO residential care that serve 26 to 30 children to includesibling groups.

Counties Served: BIBB




Age/IQ/Gender Notes:Hephzibah Children's Home(HCH) serves both boys,girls, and Teen Mom's andbabies. HCH also serves sibling groups in order to keep families together.CORE/MOR Counseling on campus.





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 Hephzibah Children's Home dba ElizabethHome (696) Site Address: 6601 Zebulon Rd.


478-972-0063Director: Cyril Chitty




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Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountCase Manager 2 Director 2Supervisor 1


Program DescriptionThis program ia a maternity home for pregnant teens up to age20. It is named the Elizabeth Home. It is a ten bed facility thatprovides residential care for pregnant teens and up to two weeksafter the birth of the baby. We receive applications from DFACS,DJJ and private placements. There is a sliding pay scale forprivate placements. After delivery the Mom and baby maytransition into the Second Chance Teen Parent program on theHephzibah Children's Home campus.





Age/IQ/Gender Notes:Teen Moms are accepted and two weeks post delivery the residnet is given theopportunity to transition into the Second Chance Teen Parent Program alsolocated on the Hephzibah Children's Home campus. Education, parenting skillsand community jobs are supported and encourage for the individual to becomeself supporting.







DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile Hephzibah Children's Home SecondChance Home (4625) Site Address: 6601 Zebulon Rd.


478-972-0063Director: Cyril Chitty


License Type: CCI Vendor ID: 83339Opened: 1967 SHINES Resource ID: 11309834OPM Team: Red Accreditation Status: Other


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Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountCEO 1 Direct Care Supervisor 1Director 1 Executive Director 1HSP (Human Services Professional) 3


Program DescriptionThe Teen Parent Home provides services for teenage mothersand their babies. Young mothers, ages 12-20, are taught how tocare for themselves and their babies. The new mothers areencouraged to continue their education and to preparethemselves for total independence with employment, anapartment, and child-care for their infant. The Second ChanceProgram serve 30 total Moms and Babies in three houses on theHCH Campus. CORE Counseling services are also available oncampus.





Age/IQ/Gender Notes:Female residents with children/babies are housed on the HCH Campus in threeTeen Parent Homes that may accomodate 30 moms/babies. CORE services areoffered on campus along with CSI Parenting Skill building. GED,High Schooland College are encouraged along with working in the community workingtoward independance.







DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile House of Dawn Second Chance Home(918) Site Address: 298 South Main Street

Jonesboro, GA 30236 County: CLAYTON (Region 13) Phone: 770 477-2385Admissions:After Hours: Taralyn Keese

404-357-1463Director: Dawn Murray

[email protected]



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Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountCEO 1 Child Care Worker 1Direct Care Supervisor 1 HSP (Human Services Professional) 1House Parent 6 Program Director 1

Placement Types AcceptedDFCS custodyEmancipatedParental custody

Program DescriptionThe mission and purpose of House of Dawn is to prepare teenmothers for independent living. The program provides safe andsupportive housing, nutrition, mental health, medical and dentalattention; high school graduation or completion of a GEDprogram; post secondary education, employment preparation andchildcare services to ensure they are able meet their goals.Program enhancements are available to increase the teenmother’s knowledge of parenting skills and child development;making them better equipped to rear strong families.





Age/IQ/Gender Notes:Serve pregnant and parenting teen mothers and their children





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: Pregnant and Parenting teens


DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile House of Inspiration (706) Site Address: 8958 Saddlewood Dr.

Jonesboro, GA 30238 County: CLAYTON (Region 13) Phone: 678-479-7040Admissions: 678-478-5348After Hours: Keith Thompson

678-777-3635Director: Keith Thompson

[email protected]



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Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountAdministrative Assistant 1 Child Care Worker 4Director 1 Program Manager 1


Program DescriptionHouse of Inspiration (HOI) is a community-based residentialhome that operates 365 days a year and serves males betweenthe ages of 10 & 17 years of age. The males that are admittedinto the program have a mental health diagnosis and/or history ofemotional and behavioral problems. The staff provides support,promotes positive self-esteem, and responds to the emotional,social, and physical needs of the clients.





Age/IQ/Gender Notes:Youth home for 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



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: CCFA\Wrap Around


DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile Jesse's House (614) Site Address: 129 Samaritan Dr.

Cumming, GA 30040 County: FORSYTH (Region 2) Phone: 678-947-6217Admissions: 6789476217After Hours: Sabrina Graves

770-815-1148Director: Sabrina Graves

6789476217



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Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountChild Care Worker 10 Director 1HSP (Human Services Professional) 1 Part Time Activities Staff 1Residential Coordinator 1 Shelter Coordinator 1


Program DescriptionJesse's House program provides emergency and long-term careto female youth, ages 7-17. Immediate goals including meetingbasic needs and school enrollment. Jesse's House greater goalincludes providing services to assist youth in overcoming traumaexperienced and increasing likelihood for future success. Servicesprovided include individual and group counseling, academictutoring, life skills, mentor program, recreational therapy, pettherapy.

Counties Served: FORSYTH




Age/IQ/Gender Notes:We are a Base level shelter for girls, ages 7-17. Our residents attend publicschool and must be able to attend public school.

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 MedicaidPsychiatric Facility Affiliation: N




DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile Joseph's Home for Boys (713) Site Address: 3400 Cypress Lake Rd

Statesboro, GA 30458 County: BULLOCH (Region 12) Phone: 912-681-8526Admissions: 912-681-8526After Hours: Amy Futch

(912) 681-8526Director: Amy Futch

[email protected]



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Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountAdministrative Assistant 1 Child Care Worker 6Director 1


Program DescriptionOur mission is to provide a safe, caring environment where youngmen receive love, support, and encouragement. The basic needsof food, clothing, and shelter are provided. A structured programand Levels System help the young men to learn self –disciplineand responsibility. They grow in self-esteem through individualcounseling and group therapy. Education is the key to unlockingthe potential in today’s youth. Quality education or learned skillswill provide a young man the opportunity to succeed in life afterleaving care of the DHS. The Joseph’s Home for Boys inStatesboro, Georgia has developed educational programs to assistyoung men in achieving their GED and other post-secondary

Counties Served: BULLOCH




Age/IQ/Gender Notes:We are not equipped to work with sexual offenders or young men with ahistory of serious violent crimes towards others, or medically fragile children.


√ 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: Post secondary educational supports: GED program & access to three local university / technical colleges


DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile Kidspeace Bowdon Residential Campus(715) Site Address: 101 Kidspeace Dr.

Bowdon, GA 30108 County: CARROLL (Region 4) Phone: 770-437-7200Admissions: 770-437-7219After Hours: On-Campus Cell

404-788-8495Director: Scott Merritt

[email protected]

License Type: CCI Vendor ID: 35437Opened: 2004 SHINES Resource ID: 8507346OPM Team: Green Accreditation Status: JCAHO


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Program Designations RateMWO $181.84MWO $181.84

Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountChild Care Worker 45 Direct Care Supervisor 3Executive Director 1 HSP (Human Services Professional) 4Intake Worker 1 Placement Supervisor 1Program Manager 2 Supervisor 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 stepdown from a higher level hospitalization, need more intensiveservices than what the community can provide, possessemotional and/or behavioral management problems, etc.KidsPeace Georgia features self-contained, staff-secure, 24-hourcare for clients requiring around-the-clock structure andsupervision. The program utilizes a client- a

Counties 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 client youngerthan 12 if the appropriate approvals are recieved from the Legal Guardian andif the client can be treated safely on the unit.

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



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 Liberty County Children's Home dbaGabriel's House (725) Site Address: 6145 East Oglethorpe

Highway Midway, GA 31320

County: LIBERTY (Region 12) Phone: 912-884-4593Admissions: 912-884-4545After Hours: Alesha Stanley

912-659-1905Director: James Osteen

[email protected]



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Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountAdministrative Assistant 1 Child Care Worker 7HSP (Human Services Professional) 1 House Parent 2Program Director 1


Program DescriptionLiberty County Children's Home dba Gabriel’s House providea aquality home environment for foster children, boys and girls, birthto 17 years. At Gabriel's each child is loved and provided highquality shelter, food, leisure activities, entertainment, educationalopportunities and/or taught life skills training and values and aregiven emotional support and a strong support system. We striveto partner with, support and strengthen the family unit, and toestablish optimal levels of connection between the children andtheir family in an effort to reunify the family.

Counties Served: LIBERTY





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 Little Debbie's Second Chance Home, Inc.dba Ida's Cove III (5111) Site Address: 994 Millard Road

Stone Mountain, GA 30088 County: DEKALB (Region 14) Phone: 770-879-0432Admissions: 770-912-3742After Hours: Youlanda White

678-437-5248Director: Lakisha Stiggers

[email protected]



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Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountCoordinator of Educational Services 1 Director 1HSP (Human Services Professional) 1 House Parent 3Life Coach 1 Nurse 2Program Manager 1


Program DescriptionIda's Cove is a therapeutic residential program for young womenbetween the ages of 12-18. Our program comes equipped withseveral components clinical, educational and life skills. LDSCHoffers all residents CORE services which include; individual andgroup counseling and community support. With the ability tomanage our clinical staff, LDSCH is able to track progress andmake modifications to 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.Ellenwood Second Chance Home (966) Site Address: 4001 Weelaunee Road

Ellenwood, GA 30294 County: CLAYTON (Region 13) Phone: 404-244-7887Admissions: 678-789-5040After Hours: Lakisha Stiggers


(770) 912 - [email protected]



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Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountChild Care Worker 2 Coordinator of Educational Services 1Executive Director 1 HSP (Human Services Professional) 2House Parent 2 Nurse 1


Program DescriptionThe mission of Little Debbie's Second Chance Home, Inc. -Ellenwood (formerly Pearls for Girls, Inc.) is to provide housingand supportive services to pregnant and parenting teen mothersfacing the challenges of homelessness. We work to assisthomeless teen girls envision their personal potential and takemeaningful action to direct the course of their own lives and thelives of their children.






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: Y Primarily Refer To: Avenia Behavioral Management




DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile Little Debbie's Second Chance Home, Inc.II / ILP (1042) Site Address: 5224 Shawn Lane

Stone Mountain, GA 30088 County: DEKALB (Region 14) Phone: 770-912-3742Admissions: 770-912-3742After Hours: Lakisha Stiggers


[email protected]



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Performance BasedPlacement Scores (FY13)Q1: 78.13% (C+) ILP 31.75%(F) Q2:Q3:Q4:


Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountChild Care Worker 4 Coordinator of Educational Services 1Counselor 1 Director 1HSP (Human Services Professional) 1 House Parent 1Nurse 1 Supervisor 1


Program DescriptionLittle Debbie’s Second Chance Home, ILP (LDSCH) is anindependent living program for young women between the agesof 13-18. Our program comes equipped with several componentsclinical, educational and life skills. LDSCH offers all residentsCORE services which include; individual and group counselingand community support. With the ability to manage our clinicalstaff, LDSCH is able to track progress and make modifications totreatment goals. Also, we are committed to aligning our programwith the commissioner’s educational targets, hence we haveidentified a staff member as Educational director to track,monitor and support all residents’ educational pursuits. In theresidential setting, th






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




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.ILP (967) Site Address: 3900 Leprechaun Court

Decatur, GA 30034 County: DEKALB (Region 14) Phone: 770-912-3742Admissions: 7709123742After Hours: Martha Blocker


[email protected]



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Performance BasedPlacement Scores (FY13)Q1: 73.60% (C-) ILP 16.75%(F) Q2:Q3:Q4:


Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountChild Care Worker 5 Coordinator of Educational Services 1Counselor 1 Director 1HSP (Human Services Professional) 2 House Parent 1Nurse 1 Supervisor 1


Program DescriptionLittle Debbie’s Independent Living Program (ILP) is a 501(c)(3)non-profit organization, founded in 2004 to provide residentialcare for troubled and homeless adolescent females between theages of 15 and 18. This dream was built on and fulfilled due inpart to a sincere passion to help young ladies and families breakaway from generational cycles of abuse and neglect thatcontinues to plague the lives of many families. Little Debbie's ILPserves young ladies from diverse backgrounds. We advocate forminors who have had multiple placements in other child-carefacilities, encountered trouble with the law, have been removedfrom their homes as a result of abuse or neglect, or are in needof










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 services


DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile Little Debbie's Second Chance Home, Inc.Joseph Ladder (5133) Site Address: 411 Rays Road

Stone Mountain, GA 30088 County: DEKALB (Region 14) Phone: 404-296-1311Admissions: 6782214410After Hours: Willie "Prophet" Stiggers


[email protected]



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Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountChild Care Worker 5 Clinical Director 1Coordinator of Educational Services 1 Executive Director 2Founder 1 HSP (Human Services Professional) 1Nurse 1 Program Manager 1


Program DescriptionLittle Debbie’s Second Chance Home, ILP (LDSCH) is anindependent living program for young MWO & AWO men betweenthe ages of 13-18. Our program comes equipped with severalcomponents clinical, educational and life skills. LDSCH offers allresidents CORE services which include; individual and groupcounseling and community support. With the ability to manageour clinical staff, LDSCH is able to track progress and makemodifications to treatment goals. Also, we are committed toaligning our program with the commissioner’s educationaltargets, hence we have identified a staff member as Educationaldirector to track, monitor and support all residents’ educationalpursuits. In the residential set







√ 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 Mentoring Youth Services (5122) Site Address: 2700 1st Avenue

Columbus, GA 31904 County: MUSCOGEE (Region 8) Phone: 706-984-0161Admissions: 706-615-3552After Hours: Tamara Meadows

762-524-2204Director: C. Medley Hayes



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Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountUnassigned 1 Activities & Recreation Coordinator 1Behavior Specialist 1 Child Care Worker 6Direct Care Supervisor 1 Executive Director 1HSP (Human Services Professional) 1 Program Director 1Quality Assurance Administrator 1


Program DescriptionMentoring Youth Services, LLC serves females who haveexperienced sexual trauma, child abuse and neglect. A child mayhave mild to occasionally severe emotional or behavioralmanagement issues that interfere with the child’s ability tofunction in the family, school, or community without guidanceand supervision. Mentoring Youth Services, LLC strives tomaintain a home environment that promotes independent living.Services include but are not limited to, outpatient and individualcounseling, social skills and education training, independent livingpreparation, recreational activities and transportation to medicalappointments, visitations and outings.

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

Program ServicesCore Services/MRO Provider: N Ultimate Support Services, LLCPsychiatric Facility Affiliation: Y Primarily Refer To: Ultimate Support Services, LLC.




DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile Methodist Home for Children & Youth,The Arabella (1016) Site Address: 9308 GA Hwy 85

Waverly Hall, GA 31831 County: HARRIS (Region 8) Phone: 706-582-3843Admissions: 706-322-5406After Hours: Mike Duggar

706.505.3480Director: Steve Rumford

[email protected]



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$108.21AWO $128.98MWO $181.84

Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountChild Care Worker 8 HSP (Human Services Professional) 1President 1 Regional Director 1Supervisor 1 VP/COO 1


Program DescriptionThe Methodist Home - Our House at the Arabella Home for Girlsseeks to serve children who have mild to severe emotionaland/or behavioral management problems that may interfere withthe child’s ability to function in a family, school, and communityand make it difficult to maintain the safety of the child and othersoutside of a highly structured and supervised setting. Residentialservices include educational, medical/dental, socialization skills,behavior modification, spiritual growth, and recreational services.The Arabella Home for Girls, located in Waverly Hall, GA, willserve up to 9 females ages 6 – 17. Arabella residents will attendPine Ridge Elementary, Harris County Middle Schoo

Counties 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




DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile Methodist Home for Children & Youth,The dba Americus Group Home (749) Site Address: 102 Mill Creek Rd.

Americus, GA 31709 County: SUMTER (Region 8) Phone: 229-924-9550Admissions: 4787512800After Hours: On-Call Social Worker

229-942-6723Director: Steve Rumford

[email protected]



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Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountChild Care Worker 11 Director 1Executive Director 2 Intake Worker 1Program Director 1


Program DescriptionThe Methodist Home, Americus Campus, works with young ladieswho may have mild to moderate emotional or behavioraldifficulties.

Counties Served: SUMTER




Age/IQ/Gender Notes:Accept females ages 12-18 who do not have developmental delays, are notpregnant, and do not have primary diagnosis of drug dependence or 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) Site Address: 201 King's Bay Road

St. Marys, GA 31558 County: CAMDEN (Region 12) Phone: 912-882-7770Admissions: 912-882-7770After Hours: Devon Loggins


[email protected]



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Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountActivities & Recreation Coordinator 1 Child Care Worker 11HSP (Human Services Professional) 1 President 1Regional Director 1 Supervisor 1VP/COO 1


Program DescriptionThe Methodist Home at St. Mary's serves youth who have mild tosevere emotional and/or behavioral management problems thatmay interfere with the child's ability to function in a family,school or community setting. All residents, regardless of RBWOdesignation, are provided the following supports, but not limitedto: 24/7 watchful oversight, crisis intervention,academic/vocational support and health, vision and dental care.

Counties Served: CAMDEN







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




DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile Methodist Home for Children & Youth,The dba Valdosta Group Home (752) Site Address: 2545 East Park Ave.

Valdosta, GA 31605 County: LOWNDES (Region 11) Phone: 229-247-5100Admissions: 229-247-5100After Hours: On-Call Social Worker


[email protected]



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Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountChild Care Worker 13 Director 1HSP (Human Services Professional) 1 President 1VP/COO 1


Program DescriptionThe Valdosta Campus of the Methodist Home provides a fullrange of residential services to girls ages 12 to 18 years old.Residential services include educational, medical/dental,socialization skills, behavior modification, spiritual growth, andrecreational services. Additionally, the agency providesemergency placement for children living in a 50 mile radius of thecampus, independent living skills through the state ILP programas well as within the agency, and therapy/mental health servicesthrough the local mental health facility. Each resident has anindividual service plan to address her specificemotional/behavioral concerns.






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) Site Address: 304 Pierce Ave.

Macon, GA 31204 County: BIBB (Region 6) Phone: 478-751-2800Admissions: 4787512203After Hours: On-Call Social Worker

4782567134Director: Steve Rumford

[email protected]



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Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountBehavior Specialist 1 Child Care Worker 86Coordinator of Educational Services 1 Executive Director 1HSP (Human Services Professional) 8 Intake Worker 1Nurse 1 President 1Program Director 1 Program Manager 3Supervisor 2 VP/COO 1


Program DescriptionThe Methodist Home for Children and Youth provides residentialservices in a cottage setting in Macon, Georgia. Each cottageoffers eight to ten children, boys and girls, ages 6-18, a broadspectrum of services that address the unique needs ofemotionally troubled youth in a community setting.





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



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 Way Ranch(1015) Site Address: 1645 Hunter Rd.

Cataula, GA 31804 County: HARRIS (Region 8) Phone: 706-322-0205Admissions: 706-322-5406After Hours: Mike Duggar


[email protected]



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Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountAdministrative Assistant 1 Child Care Worker 27HSP (Human Services Professional) 2 Part Time Activities Staff 1President 1 Regional Director 1Supervisor 2 VP/COO 1


Program DescriptionThe Methodist Home Our House at The Carpenter’s Way Ranchfor Boys seeks to serve children who have mild to severeemotional and/or behavioral management problems that mayinterfere with the child’s ability to function in a family, school,and community and make it difficult to maintain the safety of thechild and others outside of a highly structures and supervisedsetting. The Methodist Home for Children and Youth - Our Houseat The Carpenter's Way Ranch has developed two programs inthe Muscogee/Harris County area including the Carpenter’s WayHome for Boys and Arabella Home for Girls. The Carpenter’s WayHome for Boys in Cataula, GA, will serve up to 25 males ages 6 -17 in three homes.

Counties 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) Site Address: 304 Pierce Ave.

Macon, GA 31204 County: BIBB (Region 6) Phone: 478-751-2800Admissions: 478-751-2203After Hours: On-Call Social Worker

4782567134Director: Steve Rumford

[email protected]


Placements as of 12/5/12Total Children: 8MAAC Children: 1Capacity:% Capacity: N/A

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


Program DescriptionThe STARS Program provides intermediate residential treatmentfor young children between the ages of six and twelve who havea history of sexual, physical, and emotional victimization, whichresults in the children having sexual behavior issues. The STARSProgram is a twelve to twenty-four month program specificallyaimed to re-educate and reinforce healthy sexuality while alsotreating each child’s sexual behavioral issues.





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


√ 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 Morningstar Children and Family ServicesMorningstar Youth EstateCenter-Residential Program (764) Site Address: Attn: Ms. Cintretta Lewis

One Youth Estate Drive, Hwy99 Brunswick, GA 31525

County: GLYNN (Region 12) Phone: 912-267-3700Admissions:After Hours: Wells Kilgore

(912) 230-1864Director:



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Performance BasedPlacement Scores (FY13)Q1: 64.34% (D) Q2:Q3:Q4:


Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountActivities & Recreation Coordinator 2 Administrative Assistant 9Case Manager 1 Child Care Worker 53Direct Care Supervisor 2 Director 2Family Service Worker 2 Family Services Coordinator 1HSP (Human Services Professional) 3 Life Coach 2Nurse 5 Paraprofessional 13Part Time Activities Staff 1 President 1Program Manager 1 Quality Assurance Administrator 1Residential Coordinator 2 Teacher 2


Program DescriptionMYEC is a 60 bed residential facility approved by the Departmentof Human Resources to provide MWO services for children andadolescents ages 9-17. We provide specialized programs forchildren and adolescents who have a dual diagnosis ofdevelopmentally delayed (mental retardation) and mental healthand behavioral health diagnoses. Our referrals are considered ona case by case basis. MYEC also provides a full array of regularand special education services in an on campus school which ispart of the Glynn County School System.

Counties Served: GLYNN




Age/IQ/Gender Notes:Program specializes with children who are ages 9-18 and IQ ranges are 40-70,developmental disabilities.

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 Mountain Top Boys' Home, Inc. (888) Site Address: Route 136

65 Mountain Top Way SugarValley, GA 30746

County: GORDON (Region 1) Phone: 706-397-8223Admissions: 706 397 8223After Hours: Richard MacDonald

706-397-8223,2637954Director: Curtis Adair

706 397 [email protected]



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Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountAdministrative Assistant 1 Executive Director 1HSP (Human Services Professional) 1 House Parent 7


Program DescriptionMt. Top Boys Home provides RBWO to adolescent boys ages10-17 who fall under the BWO and AWO category. Residents wholive at Mt Top attend the Walker Co school system and arereferred to GA HOPE and Focus Counseling (Core providers) foridentified mental health and substance abuse needs. The CoreProvider that may have seen a client before or is able to see aclient at exit for consistency or may be first available to serve aclient is utilized to meet youth needs on admission. Mt. Top BoysHome also provides for medical, dental, physical, andrecreational/social needs of each resident on a regular basis.Youth are able to participate in after school activities, sports andor community intr

Counties Served: GORDON






√ 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 GA HOPEPsychiatric 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 Multi-Agency Alliance for Children (MAAC)Network of Approved Provider Agencies(768) Site Address: 100 Edgewood Avenue, Suite

810 Atlanta, GA 30303

County: DEKALB (Region 14) Phone: 404 880-9323Admissions:After Hours:Director: Heather Rowles

[email protected]

License Type: CCI Vendor ID: 35482Opened: 1996 SHINES Resource ID: 8000038OPM Team: Accreditation Status: N/A

Placements as of 12/5/12Total Children: 46MAAC Children: 46Capacity:% Capacity: N/A

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Program Designations Rate

Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountExecutive Director 1 HSP (Human Services Professional) 2Program Director 1 Supervisor 1

Placement Types Accepted Program DescriptionMAAC has seven member agencies and contracts with manyothers. MAAC serves over 130 foster children a month within ourcontinuum who experience severe emotional disturbances andfrequently are involved in the juvenile justice system here in ourstate The member agencies are: CHRIS Kids, Inc., CreativeCommunity Services, Inc., Elks Aidmore, Inc., Georgia BaptistChildren’s Homes and Family Ministries, Inc.,and Twin CedarsYouth Services, Inc. Devereux and Hillside, Inc. are affiliatemembers.





Age/IQ/Gender Notes:We will consider lower IQ but not under our no-reject policy.







DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile Murphy-Harpst Children's Centers (770) Site Address: 740 Fletcher St.

Cedartown, GA 30125 County: POLK (Region 3) Phone: 770-748-1500Admissions: 770-748-1500After Hours: Karen Gibson

770-324-5789Director: Karen Gibson

[email protected]

License Type: CCI Vendor ID: 35484Opened: 1924 SHINES Resource ID: 8000026OPM Team: Red Accreditation Status: JCAHO


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Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountActivities & Recreation Coordinator 5 Administrative Assistant 1Child Care Worker 64 Coordinator of Educational Services 1Director 2 Family Service Worker 3Family Services Coordinator 1 HSP (Human Services Professional) 4Intake Worker 1 Nurse 1Program Director 2 Supervisor 14


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 My House Ministry, Inc. (630) Site Address: 618 Gaddis Road

Canton, GA 30115-7136 County: CHEROKEE (Region 3) Phone: 404-876-3467Admissions: 404-876-3467After Hours: Baby house

404 8766327Director: Donna Carson

[email protected]



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Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountChild Care Worker 10 Director 2HSP (Human Services Professional) 1 Supervisor 2


Program DescriptionMY HOUSEis a home for medically fragile, abuse/neglectedinfants/children who benefit from the round the clock careprovided and keen focus on medical and developmental needs ofthe child. A waiver is in place to care for children ages birththrough five 24/7 staff provide round the clock care for thechildren and focus on their medical needs as well as theirdevelopmental needs and follow-up. A waiver is in place to takesibling groups of the medically fragile child who are less than 6years old. Premature infants, abused children, complex medicalneeds, are children who would thrive in this very stimulatingenvironment. Children can remain until permanency plans havebeen determined





Age/IQ/Gender Notes:especially focus on children between birth and five who have had difficultmedical beginnings in life, substance abuse, complex medical needs as well asthose who have been injured and/or not thriving. Round the clock staff focuson meeting the medical/developmental needs of these children and gettingexcellent medical/developmental intervention while working closely with DFCS,courts, parents, others.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: take children to a local church for visits with child/siblings; intensive medical/developmental interventionand f/up


DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile New Life Beginning Maternity Home (926) Site Address: 2046 Stablewood Cove

Lithonia, GA 30058 County: DEKALB (Region 14) Phone: 770-609-6380Admissions: 770-235-4287After Hours: LaKesha Ford

770-235-4287Director: Wilma Ford

[email protected]



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Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountCEO 1 Director 1HSP (Human Services Professional) 1 House Parent 5


Program DescriptionNew Life Beginning Maternity Home's mission is to serve girlsages 12 to 18 years old during their pre- and post-natal maternityperiods. Our goal is to help young mothers continue theireducation, find secure employment, as well as make maturedecisions for their families. New Life Beginning Maternity Home isdesigned to offer a safe and structured living environment whilethe young women await the birth of their newborn babies. Thehome will provide an environment that offers classes in parentingskills, individual and family counseling, child development, lifeskills, and much more. New Life Beginning Maternity Home willprovide young expectant teen girls the services they need to bec





Age/IQ/Gender Notes:New Life Beginning Maternity Home's mission is to serve girls ages 12 to 18years old during their pre- and post-natal maternity periods.


√ 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 Celine's Family Services/ Little Debbie 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 Classes & Life Coaching


DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile North Georgia Angel House (925) Site Address: 2260 Sam Nelson Road

Canton, GA 30114 County: CHEROKEE (Region 3) Phone: 770 479-9555Admissions: 770-479-9555 ext 22After Hours: Susan Worsley

404-556-7421Director: Susan Worsley

770-479-9555 ext [email protected]

License Type: CCI Vendor ID: 35513Opened: 2006 SHINES Resource ID: 8507398OPM Team: Green Accreditation Status: CARF


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Program DescriptionThe North Georgia Angel House Inc. provides 15 minute safetychecks, on site schooling for children who have had academicissues, crisis management, individual and group therapy,substance abuse screenings, meal planning, meal prep, mealclean up, a designated laundry day, daily chores, on site tutoringfor two hours per day, supervised family time, job assistance,assistance in obtaining a state id, driver's license, checking andsavings account, driver's education, mentoring, behavioralmodification, medication management, on and off campusactivities, local YMCA membership, one to one conferencing eachweek for Service Plan compliance, goal setting and dischargeplanning.





Age/IQ/Gender Notes:The North Georgia Angel House accepts females between the ages of 12-21.Children may not be currently suicidal.

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 North Georgia Angel House ILP (5126) Site Address: 2260 Sam Nelson Road

Canton, GA 30114 County: CHEROKEE (Region 3) Phone: 770-479-9555Admissions: 404) 276-9252After Hours: Megan Gaudet

404 276 9252Director: Susan Worsley

770) [email protected]



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Performance BasedPlacement Scores (FY13)Q1: 95.05% (A) ILP 92.25%(A-) Q2:Q3:Q4:


Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountExecutive Director 1 Life Coach 2


Program DescriptionGroup home for females 18-21 teaching life skills to reachemancipation.






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 Northwest Georgia Girls Home (779) Site Address: 508 Chattanooga Ave.

Dalton, GA 30722 County: WHITFIELD (Region 1) Phone: 706-226-4862Admissions: 706-280-2567After Hours: Reita Raughton

706-280-2567Director: Reita Raughton

[email protected]



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Program DescriptionA structured residential girl's group serving girls having abusiveand negelect issues as well as some who are unruly. We try tonot dismiss residents on a one strike your out. We feel it isimportant to try to work with the residents on a continued basisas long as we can meet their needs. We keep our numbers atfive-six to ensure the residents get the individual care needed.





Age/IQ/Gender Notes:Exceptions may be made concerning age.



Program ServicesCore Services/MRO Provider: N GA HOPEPsychiatric 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: None


DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile Open Arms Bridge I - Miller Rd. (787) Site Address: 162 Miller Rd.

Leesburg, GA 31763 County: LEE (Region 10) Phone: 229431-1121Admissions:After Hours: Portia Douglas

229-431-1121Director: Dr. Fonda Thompson

[email protected]



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Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountBehavior Specialist 12 Director 1Executive Director 1 HSP (Human Services Professional) 1


Program DescriptionOpen Arms, Bridge I serves boys & girls in DFCS custody withmild to moderate behavioral health needs. Effective 5/1/09,Bridge II (which housed girls) has combined w/Bridge I withchildren housed in seperate areas of the facility.

Counties Served: LEE


DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile Open Arms Children's Network dbaOrdered Steps Home for Girls (4320) Site Address: 896 Bryant Still Road

Brooklet, GA 30415 County: BULLOCH (Region 12) Phone: 912-823-2016Admissions: 912-690-3242After Hours: Lakeidra Jackson

912-682-8792Director: Kimberly Robinson

[email protected]



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Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountChild Care Worker 5 Director 1HSP (Human Services Professional) 1


Program DescriptionFacility to encourage and facilitate positive change and holisticgrowth while enabling children to maximize their personalpotential. This agency envisions opportunities for troubled girls togain positive experiences, nurturing relationships and communitysupport which in turn allows each of them to develop into theirfull potential capcble of making informed choices, responsibledecisions as involved members of the community.

Counties Served: BULLOCH






√ 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 Partner's of GeorgiaPsychiatric Facility Affiliation: N




DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile Open Door Home Boys Annex Long TermProgram (940) Site Address: 792 John Davenport Dr.

Rome, GA 30165 County: FLOYD (Region 3) Phone: 706-233-9175Admissions: 706-252-1430After Hours: Carman Gibson

706-233-9175Director: Carman Gibson

[email protected]



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Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountAdministrative Assistant 3 Coordinator of Educational Services 1Counselor 1 Director 1HSP (Human Services Professional) 1 House Parent 23Life Coach 1 President 1Social Worker 1 Therapist 2


Program DescriptionRoom, Board and Watchful Oversight (RBWO)

Counties Served: FLOYD






√ 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 Murphy-Harpst Community Center, Pro-Active ManagementPsychiatric Facility Affiliation: N




DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile Open Door Home Boys ILP (5132) Site Address: 1205 Ethel Street

Rome, GA 30165 County: FLOYD (Region 3) Phone: 706-233-9175Admissions: 7063466885After Hours: Tim White, Life Coach

706.346.6885Director: Gretta Wilson

[email protected]



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Performance BasedPlacement Scores (FY13)Q1: 100.00% (A+) ILP 0.00%(F) Q2:Q3:Q4:


Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountAdministrative Assistant 1 CEO 1Counselor 2 Director 1Life Coach 1


Program DescriptionIndependent Living (ILP)






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 Open Door Home Girls Annex Long TermProgram (939) Site Address: 5 Leon St.

Rome, GA 30165 County: FLOYD (Region 3) Phone: 706 232-6622Admissions: 706-252-1430After Hours: Carman Gibson

706-233-9175Director: Carman Gibson

[email protected]



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Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountAdministrative Assistant 3 Coordinator of Educational Services 1Counselor 1 Director 1House Parent 24 Life Coach 1President 1 Social Worker 1Therapist 2


Program DescriptionRoom, Board and Watchful Oversight (RBWO)








Program ServicesCore Services/MRO Provider: N Murphy-Harpst Community Services, Pro-Active ManagementPsychiatric Facility Affiliation: N




DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile Open Door Home Girls ILP (5131) Site Address: 5 Leon Street

Rome, GA 30165 County: FLOYD (Region 3) Phone: 706-232-9175Admissions: 7063466885After Hours: Tim White

706.346.6885Director: Gretta Wilson

[email protected]



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Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountAdministrative Assistant 2 CEO 1Counselor 2 Director 1Life Coach 1


Program DescriptionIndependent Living (ILP)






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




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 Our House for Kids (792) Site Address: 114 Old Moores Mill Rd.

Bremen, GA 30110 County: HARALSON (Region 3) Phone: 770-537-1940Admissions: 770-570-0970After Hours: Iola Reid

770-570-0970Director:



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Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountChild Care Worker 2 HSP (Human Services Professional) 1House Parent 5


Program DescriptionWe provide care for children who are in custody of DFCS. Weserve at max a number of 18 kids as that is our capacity per ourlicense.

Counties Served: HARALSON




Age/IQ/Gender Notes:We serve females ages 12-18. We will serve children younger with a waiver.


√ 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 Grace HarbourPsychiatric Facility Affiliation: Y Primarily Refer To: Tanner Behavior




DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile Park Place Outreach (formerly MarshlandFoundation) (732) Site Address: 514 East Henry Street

Savannah, GA 31401 County: CHATHAM (Region 12) Phone: 912-234-4048Admissions: 912-234-4048After Hours: Dashauna Kimble

912-234-4048Director: Linda Hilts



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Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountAdministrative Assistant 1 Case Manager 2Child Care Worker 1 Director 1House Parent 16


Program DescriptionPark Place serves children ages 11-17 years old in DFCS custody.Placements may be emergency in nature.










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: Parenting Group


DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile Positive Growth Ponce De Leon Ave. (795) Site Address: 4036 Ponce De Leon Ave.

Clarkston, GA 30021 County: DEKALB (Region 14) Phone: 404-292-6420Admissions:After Hours: Rose Arnold

404 392 2743 Director:



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Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountAdministrative Assistant 2 Child Care Worker 11Direct Care Supervisor 1 Director 1HSP (Human Services Professional) 1 Supervisor 2


Program DescriptionPositive Growth Inc. (PGI) accredited by the National Council onAccreditation (COA). We offer youth (boys) between the age ofsix and twenty-one, a safe therapeutic, home-like environment,grounded in compassion and nurturing, wherein our youth maywork through the issues of emotional and/or psychologicaldistress, behavioral disorders, delinquency, dysfunctional familyrelations and poor educational achievement in a structured,routine based environment. As part of our social services, weoffer an environment and culture that fosters and encourages theyouth in our care to make their own choices and takeresponsibility for their behavior. By enhancing their "everydayliving skills", our sy



DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile Positive Growth Ponce de Leon Ave. II(955) Site Address: 4050 East Ponce de Leon

Avenue Clarkston, GA 30021

County: DEKALB (Region 14) Phone: 404 292-6420Admissions: 4042926420After Hours: Rose Arnold

404 392 2743Director: Rose Arnold

[email protected]



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Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountAdministrative Assistant 1 Child Care Worker 3Director 1 Supervisor 2


Program DescriptionPositive Growth Inc. (PGI) accredited by the National Council onAccreditation (COA). We offer youth (boys) between the age ofsix and twenty-one, a safe therapeutic, home-like environment,grounded in compassion and nurturing, wherein our youth maywork through the issues of emotional and/or psychologicaldistress, behavioral disorders, delinquency, dysfunctional familyrelations and poor educational achievement in a structured,routine based environment. As part of our social services, weoffer an environment and culture that fosters and encourages theyouth in our care to make their own choices and takeresponsibility for their behavior. By enhancing their "everydayliving skills", our sy



DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile Psychiatric Solutions (formerly HHCAugusta) Lighthouse of Augusta (726) Site Address: 3100 Perimeter Pkwy.

Augusta, GA 30909 County: RICHMOND (Region 7) Phone: 706-651-0005Admissions: 706-651-0005After Hours: George Boykin

706-651-0005Director: George Boykin

[email protected]



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Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountUnassigned 17 Activities & Recreation Coordinator 3Administrative Assistant 2 CEO 1Case Manager 2 Child Care Worker 78Counselor 8 Direct Care Supervisor 2Director 8 HSP (Human Services Professional) 3Nurse 15 Paraprofessional 3Teacher 4


Program DescriptionLCCA offers a 24 bed group home placement as well as a 54 bedPRTF. In the group home, LCCA,offers a highly specializedresidential program for high management males between theages of 12 and 17. All applicants must be committed to theDepartment of Juvenile Justice or the Department of Family andChildren Services and possess an IQ of 70 or above. Twenty-fourhour care is provided to assist residents in addressing psychiatric,behavioral and family/social issues they may be experiencing.Our goal is to help residents get back into their community withall the personal, academic, vocational, social, and life skills theyneed to be successful.

Counties Served: RICHMOND




Age/IQ/Gender Notes:Our policy states, "IQ of 70 or above unless approved on an individual basis byCEO or Director of Residential Services."



Program ServicesCore Services/MRO Provider: YPsychiatric Facility Affiliation: Y Primarily Refer To: Georgia Health Sciences University / LCCA 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


DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile Rainbow Children's Home (809) Site Address: 247 E. Main St.

Dahlonega, GA 30533 County: LUMPKIN (Region 2) Phone: 706-864-5110Admissions: 706-864-5110After Hours: Melinda Rollins-Frausto

706-265-5601Director: Melinda Rollins-Frausto

[email protected]



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Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountCommunity Outreach / PR 1 Executive Director 1HSP (Human Services Professional) 1 House Parent 9Part Time Activities Staff 1


Program DescriptionRainbow Children's Home exists to provide hope, security, andopportunity to girls ages 12 to 17 years of age, who havesuffered abuse and/or neglect.

Counties Served: LUMPKIN





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 Cornerstone CounselingPsychiatric 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 Rainbow House Emergency Shelter forChildren (810) Site Address: 879 Battle Creek Rd.

Jonesboro, GA 30236 County: CLAYTON (Region 13) Phone: 770-478-6905Admissions: 770-603-4187After Hours: Julie Hand

770-891-7143Director:



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Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountCase Manager 1 Child Care Worker 18Clinical Director 1 Family Service Worker 1Program Director 1 Quality Assurance Administrator 1


Program DescriptionRainbow House is a 22-bed residential program for youth ages0-17. Rainbow House has a nursery for 2 infant beds (cribs).Residents of Rainbow House receive weekly individual therapy,are provided with an RBWO/Indiviualized Service Plan, engage indaily recreational activities, and are provided with 3 meals and 2snacks daily. We now offer independent living services for 16-17year old residents.






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 DFCS recommends 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 Raintree Village Lowndes County (811) Site Address: 3757 Johnston Rd.

Valdosta, GA 31601 County: LOWNDES (Region 11) Phone: 229-559-5944Admissions: 229-559-5944After Hours: Jackie Parker

229-251-5185Director: Kenny Holton

[email protected]



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Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountCase Manager 1 Direct Care Supervisor 9Executive Director 1 Paraprofessional 2Program Director 1


Program DescriptionProvides BWO and AWO services for boys and girls, ages 6 to 21.Residential clients receive independent living services, weeklytutoring classes, and extra-curricular activities designed to enrichtheir lives, while promoting a positive self identity.







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 Raintree Village Second Chance (4587) Site Address: 3757 Johnston Rd.



[email protected]



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Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountCase Manager 1 Direct Care Supervisor 3Executive Director 1 Program Director 1


Program DescriptionSecond chance/maternity services for females between the agesof 12 and 21 years. A community-based, research driven programdesigned to develop young mothers to be good parents andproductive citizens in a safe, nuturing environment.







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 Raintree Village Teen Development (4586) Site Address: 3757 Johnston Rd.



[email protected]



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Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountCase Manager 1 Direct Care Supervisor 2Director 1 Life Coach 1


Program DescriptionAn apartment-style program designed for females 18 to 21 years.Young ladies receive ILP/TLP services and must beemployed,while actively continuing their secondary education.Each service recipient is assigned a "life coach" who "mentors"and "trains" them in life applications and experiences.







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 Refuge House, The (945) Site Address: 702 Cloud Street

Donalsonville, GA 39845 County: SEMINOLE (Region 10) Phone: 229 524-6654Admissions: 229-524-6654After Hours: Tracie Beard

229-309-2156Director: Tracie Beard

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Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountChild Care Worker 5 Crisis Support 1HSP (Human Services Professional) 1 Owner 1


Program DescriptionThe Refuge House works with females ages 6-21 who may havemild to moderate behavioral health needs.

Counties Served: SEMINOLE




Age/IQ/Gender Notes:Min IQ 70 or they are able to maintain in a group setting


√ 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 PinesPsychiatric Facility Affiliation: N




DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile Res-Care, Inc. (formerly AlternativeYouth Services, Inc.) dba Georgia Centerfor Youth (667) Site Address: 211 Goose Hollow Road

Reynolds, GA 31076 County: TAYLOR (Region 8) Phone: 478-847-2900Admissions:After Hours: Nashon McPherson

478-235-6862Director: Nashon Mcpherson



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Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountUnassigned 7 Activities & Recreation Coordinator 1Administrative Assistant 2 Child Care Worker 58Clinical Director 1 Coordinator of Educational Services 1Direct Care Supervisor 4 Executive Director 1HSP (Human Services Professional) 3 Paraprofessional 6Program Manager 3 Quality Assurance Administrator 1Residential Coordinator 1 Teacher 3


Program DescriptionThe program serves 36 male and 24 female youth with 5 cottagesthat each house 12 youth. We serve youth with various needs.Youth with special needs, such as: developmental disabilities,mental health issues, behavioral health issues, as well as, youthin the custody of the Department of Juvenile Justice, youth witheducational special needs, youth in the custdoy of theDepartment of Families and Children, and youth in need ofresidential twenty-four hour care. The Georgia Center also runs aState-of-the-Art on-site accredited school which is part of theTaylor County School system. Our school is staffed with certifiedteachers and paraprofessionals and offers classes for all skill andgra

Counties Served: TAYLOR




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







DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile Roosevelt Wilderness Camp RooseveltWilderness Camp - Outdoor TherapeuticProgram (883) Site Address: PO Box 427

675 GA Hwy 190 WarmSprings, GA 31830

County: MERIWETHER (Region 4) Phone: 706-655-5900Admissions: 706-655-5908After Hours: Courtney Owen

706-655-5908Director: Courtney Owen

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Program Designations RateOTC $164.00

Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountUnassigned 2 Director 2


Program DescriptionThe Outdoor Therapeutic Program is a state operated long-termresidential treatment program for troubled youth. There are twolocations: Roosevelt Wilderness Camp near Warm Springs servingboys and girls, and the Camp Appalachian Wilderness nearCleveland serving only boys. Each camp has the capacity for fifty(50) youth, ranging in age from age 12-17. The mission of theOTP is to operate an effective and cost-efficient program thatpromotes growth through challenge, education, positivereinforcement and nurturing to youth and families who aredeemed most-in-need and likely to benefit.

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

Program ServicesCore Services/MRO Provider: N Pathways, Inc.Psychiatric 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 Safe Harbor Children's Center, Inc. (820) Site Address: 2215 Gloucester St.

Brunswick, GA 31520-6912 County: GLYNN (Region 12) Phone: 912-267-6000Admissions: 9122676000After Hours: Leslie Hartman

9122676000Director: Leslie Hartman

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Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountActivities & Recreation Coordinator 2 Administrative Assistant 1Child Care Worker 14 Director 1Executive Director 1 HSP (Human Services Professional) 2Supervisor 2


Program DescriptionSafe Harbor Children’s Center, Inc. founded in 1991 in Brunswick,GA was established to meet the need for quality group servicesfor children. Safe Harbor has developed a wide variety of distinctprograms and services for children and families in southeasternGeorgia. Safe Harbor provides Residential Treatment Services,Intensive Therapy, supervised visitation, and an IndependentLiving Program. We also provide school placement,transportation, cultural & social activities and living essentials.Safe Harbor also provides respite services for families who are incrisis. Safe Harbor is also a partner with National Safe Place. Weare the contact location in Southeast Georgia for young people incrisis who are in need of immediate help and safety.







√ 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 Malinda Graham and AssociatesPsychiatric Facility Affiliation: N




DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile Safe Harbor Children's Center, Inc. HamerHouse (4958) Site Address: 2016 Atlanta Ave

Brunswick, GA 31520 County: GLYNN (Region 12) Phone: 912-267-6000Admissions: 9122676000After Hours: Leslie Hartman

9122676000Director: Leslie Hartman

[email protected]



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Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountChild Care Worker 2 Director 2HSP (Human Services Professional) 2 Supervisor 1


Program DescriptionOpened doors in 1991 in order to create a warm and nurturingatmosphere for children who were in need of a safe place. Themission is to provide a safe place and protect children and youthwho are at risk. A new cottage in the approval process in order tohave a cottage for girls and one for boys. Safe Harbor is preparedto serve children who have serious to severe emotional issues orbehavioral management problems. Hamer House was licensed inMarch, 2009 in order to serve boys in order to have separatecottages for boys & girls.







√ 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 Malinda Graham and AssociatesPsychiatric Facility Affiliation: N




DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile Sheila's Group Home, Inc. (5115) Site Address: 18 Shady Lane

Eastman, GA 31023 County: FULTON (Region 14) Phone: 478-984-6876Admissions: 478-374-1045After Hours: Sheila Deloach

478-374-1045Director: Sheila Deloach

[email protected]

License Type: CCI Vendor ID: 101587Opened: 2011 SHINES Resource ID: 1681722OPM Team: Accreditation Status: N/A


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Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountCEO 1 Child Care Worker 9HSP (Human Services Professional) 1 Nurse 1Program Director 1

Placement Types Accepted Program DescriptionSheila’s Group is a full time residential care and treatmentprogram for females ages 11-18. The program provides anurturing family environment with structure and supervision toenhance potential and to address the needs of the youth that areserved. The goal of our home is to strengthen families andcommunities by encouraging youth towards their highestpotential, helping youth to realize the importance of good moralvalues, to develop self-discipline, and to acquire sociallyacceptable levels of responsibility in a family living environment.We offer a variety of counseling services such as individual,group, A&D, and family counseling. We also provide an array ofeducational services



DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile Smith Group Home (824) Site Address: 538 Presley Road NE

Ludowici, GA 31316 County: LONG (Region 12) Phone: 912-545-9547Admissions: 912-294-2149After Hours: Harriet Smith

912-545-9547Director: Harriet Smith

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Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountAdministrative Assistant 1 Child Care Worker 32Director 2 HSP (Human Services Professional) 6


Program DescriptionSGH, Inc. is a family oriented Girls Group Home. We provide asafe, healthy environment that allows growth and matuity. Weprovide an array of counseling services, educational services,tutoring, fun activities, after school extra curricular activities, lifeskills,independent Living Skills and spiritual guidance, but most ofall unconditional love. We use the least restrictive behaviormanagement. We encourage family visitation, contact, andreunification if possible. We believe young people are the worldsmost valuable resource. We are a Group Home that takes pride indemonstrating a family type setting.

Counties Served: LONG







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




DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile Star Island (1021) Site Address: 218 S MacArthur Drive

Camilla, GA 31730 County: MITCHELL (Region 10) Phone: 229-336-1700Admissions: 2293361700After Hours: Terrie Foster

(229)-395-0888 or (2Director: Sharon Zellner

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Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountAdministrative Assistant 1 Child Care Worker 7Director 1 Executive Director 1


Program DescriptionThirteen capacity group home in Camilla, GA serving males 6-18y/o with Base Watchful Oversight needs. Is an active participantin local community activities such as with Sr. Citizens Center,local nursing home and churches. Will provide communityactivities tailored to each child’s strengths and needs. Has accessto local mental health services that will also be tailored to eachchild’s needs. Children will attend Mitchell County public schools.A waiver is needed for any child under the age of 12.

Counties Served: MITCHELL





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 Stroman Account & Property dba MySister's Keeper (892) Site Address: 7431 Petunia Dr.

Riverdale, GA 30296 County: CLAYTON (Region 13) Phone: 770-994-0607Admissions: 678-760-6599After Hours: Sharon Stroman

678-760-6599Director: Sharon Stroman

[email protected]



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Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountChild Care Worker 2 Counselor 1HSP (Human Services Professional) 1 Part Time Activities Staff 1Supervisor 1


Program DescriptionMy Sister's Keeper is a 6 bed CCI located in Riverdale, GA. Wecurrently accept female residents. The age range of ourresident's is 12-17. We accept DFCS and/or DJJ placements. Weoffer many services to the youth we serve. We offer weeklyindividual counseling, group counseling and community activitiesetc. We are also a 24hr facilty.








Program ServicesCore Services/MRO Provider: N Underdue Social ServicesPsychiatric Facility Affiliation: N




DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile Tapestry Youth Ministries dba FairburnSecond Chance Home (924) Site Address: 7825 Hobgood Road

Fairburn, GA 30213 County: FULTON (Region 14) Phone: 404 767-5580Admissions: 770-463-0131After Hours: Michelle Bradley

404-767-5580Director: Rutha Greene

[email protected]



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Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountChild Care Worker 8 Director 1Executive Director 1 Family Services Coordinator 1Supervisor 1


Program DescriptionTapestry Youth Ministries,Inc. a Second Chance Home whichprovides residential and support services to teen mothersbetween the ages of 13 and 17 and their babies who are at riskof becoming homeless. The overall mission of Tapestry Homes isto provide teen mothers between the ages of 13 and 21 years oldand their babies a safe, structured, nurturing environment wherethey can experience quality home life and positive development.Our goal is to assist these mothers in postponing a secondpregnancy until some of their life goals are fulfilled.





Age/IQ/Gender Notes:Teenage females parenting/pregnant 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





DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile Tapestry Youth Ministries Second Chance- College Park (825) Site Address: 1794 Hawthorne Avenue

College Park, GA 30337 County: FULTON (Region 14) Phone: 404-767-5580Admissions: 404-767-5580After Hours: Michelle Bradley


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Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountChild Care Worker 5 Executive Director 1Family Services Coordinator 1 Program Director 1Supervisor 1


Program DescriptionTapestry Youth Ministries provides residential and supportservices to teen mothers between the ages of 13 and 17 andtheir babies who are at risk of becoming homeless. The overallmission of Tapestry Homes is to provide teen mothers betweenthe ages and 21 years old and their babies a sfae, structured,nurturing environment where they can experience quality life andpositive development.





Age/IQ/Gender Notes:Tapestry Youth Ministries accepts teenage mothers between the age of 13-17upon entry. Their children can be either gender.

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 Tapestry Youth Ministries Teen ParentsProgram (4817) Site Address: 2725 Lantern Lane

College Park, GA 30349-3877 County: FULTON (Region 14) Phone: 404-767-5580Admissions: 404-767-5580After Hours: Michelle Bradley


[email protected]



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Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountDirector 1 Executive Director 1Supervisor 1


Program DescriptionThe mission of Tapestry Youth Ministries’ (TYM) Teen ParentsProgram is to provide safe, decent and affordable housing toyoung parents between the ages of 18-23 with no more than twochildren. TYM’s Teen Parents Program will provide transitionalhousing for: 1) young families exiting the foster care system; 2)young parents who have been separated from their children andwhere safe, affordable housing is the primarily element in theircase plan which needs to met that would allow the family to beunited; 3) and young families who are not known to the fostercare system, but could benefit from safe, affordable housing.Tapestry Youth Ministries will use a variety of housing models forits





Age/IQ/Gender Notes:Serve females up to age 23 with one child.

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: Youth live on their own w/supervsion


DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile Treutlen House at New Ebenezer, Inc.(4228) Site Address: 131 Old Augusta Road Central

Rincon, GA 31326 County: EFFINGHAM (Region 12) Phone: 912-754-9797Admissions:After Hours: Bobbie Tootle

912-704-9771Director: Bobbie Tootle

[email protected]



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Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountAdministrative Assistant 1 Director 1HSP (Human Services Professional) 1 House Parent 8Program Manager 1


Program DescriptionCommunity-based, ecumenical ministry for young people whohave been estranged from their families due to neglect, abuseand/or abandonment. Treutlen House will provide a professionallyadministered, financially sound continuum of preventive serviesfor the young people and their families in an effort to facilitatesuccessful family preservation, alternative family placement orindependent living.

Counties Served: EFFINGHAM





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 Gateway Behavioral HealthPsychiatric Facility Affiliation: N




DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile Turning Point Homes Ahmonie's Cottage(1003) Site Address: 3847 Waldrop Road

Decatur, GA 30034 County: DEKALB (Region 14) Phone: 770 808-3714Admissions: 678-392-9819After Hours: Nathaniel Young

678-754-0074Director: Naomi Aguey

[email protected]



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Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountCase Manager 1 Director 1HSP (Human Services Professional) 1 House Parent 3VP/COO 1


Program DescriptionMaximum Watchful Oversight Program that services females withserious to severe emotional and/or behavioral managementproblems in a safe and secure environment of care. These girlsare typically several years behind in development of knowledgeof self care or life skills with limited ability to perform routinetask.








Program ServicesCore Services/MRO Provider: N Turning Point Behavioral Health & WellnessPsychiatric 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: Basketball Team & Cheerleading


DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile Turning Point Homes Callahan's Cottage(828) Site Address: 2209 Flat Shoals Rd.

Atlanta, GA 30316 County: FULTON (Region 14) Phone: 770-808-3714Admissions: 678-392-9819After Hours: Nathaniel Young

6789-754-0074Director: Tenio Cousin

[email protected]



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Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountBehavior Specialist 1 Case Manager 1Director 1 HSP (Human Services Professional) 1House Parent 2 VP/COO 1


Program DescriptionProvides a structured atmosphere with life skills services fordeprived and at risk youth. We service children with learningdisorder and oppositional behaviors as well as low impulsivitycontrol. Turning Point also services children with DysthymicDisorders as well as children with ADHD disorders.



DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile Turning Point Homes Francois Cottage(829)*Suspended*Site Address: 3396 Wesley Chapel Rd.

Decatur, GA 30034 County: DEKALB (Region 14) Phone: 770-808-3714Admissions: 678-392-9819After Hours: Nathaniel Young


[email protected]



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Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountDirector 1 HSP (Human Services Professional) 1House Parent 4 Life Coach 1VP/COO 1


Program DescriptionFrancois Cottage service at risk male between the ages of 12-18.We offer Independent Living Skills, Tutorial Program, JobReadiness, Socialization Skills, Recreational, Spirituality. Weaccept males who have been abused, neglected and/ormisguided. We accept referrals of males that are diagnosed withoppositional defian, school trauncy, low test score whic includesIEP's, with phsical and emotional aggressiveness, eneuresis andmild depression



DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile Turning Point Homes Independent LivingProgram (832) Site Address: 2058 Snapfinger Road



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Performance BasedPlacement Scores (FY13)Q1: 57.08% (F) ILP 10.00%(F) Q2:Q3:Q4:


Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountDirector 1 HSP (Human Services Professional) 1House Parent 4 Life Coach 1VP/COO 1


Program DescriptionTurning Point Transitional/Independent Living Program preparesits youth for independent living in the "real world." Residentshave their own living space where they maintain their ownhygiene, food supply, and clothing. Each resident is taughtmoney management/banking skills, housing skills, life skills,academic progression and improvement, career counseling & lifecoaching, credit education, social skills, and community service.All residents must be enrolled in or must have completed at leasta high school diploma program. Each resident must actively seekor be employed, and learn reliable methods of transportation toensure continued progression independently as well as maintain aregular savings via IDA or a local banking institution.



DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile Turning Point Homes Joshua Cottage I(830) Site Address: 672 Kenilworth Cir.

Stone Mountain, GA 30083 County: DEKALB (Region 14) Phone: 770-808-3714Admissions: 678-392-9819After Hours: Nathaniel Young


[email protected]



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Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountCase Manager 1 Director 1HSP (Human Services Professional) 1 House Parent 3VP/COO 1


Program Description: Provides a structured atmosphere with life skills services fordeprived and at risk youth. We service children with learningdisorder and oppositional behaviors as well as low impulsivitycontrol. Turning Point also services children with DysthymicDisorders as well as children with ADHD disorders.



DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile Turning Point Homes Turning PointCottage (833) Site Address: 3392 Wesley Chapel Rd.



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Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountDirector 1 HSP (Human Services Professional) 1House Parent 3 Part Time Activities Staff 1VP/COO 1


Program DescriptionProvides a structured atmosphere with life skills services fordeprived and at risk youth. We service children with learningdisorder and oppositional behaviors as well as low impulsivitycontrol. Turning Point also services children with DysthymicDisorders as well as children with ADHD disorders.



DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile Twin Cedars Youth Services (formerlyGeorgia Industrial Children's Home)Campus of Twin Cedar Youth Service(4340) Site Address: 4690 N. Mumford Rd.

Macon, GA 31210 County: BIBB (Region 6) Phone: 478-474-8220Admissions: 478-474-8220After Hours: Linda Finley

404-272-4690Director: Mike Angstadt

[email protected]



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Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountCEO 1 Child Care Worker 48Director 1 HSP (Human Services Professional) 4Program Director 1 Program Manager 1Supervisor 3


Program DescriptionGa Industrial, a campus of Twin Cedars, works with both girls andboys ages 13-19 who may have moderate to severe emotional orbehavioral issues. The FSIQ requirement is no lower than 65.Specialized service areas include substance abuse, sexualbehavior problems (excluding legally charged sexual offenders),and services for those diagnosed with Reactive AttachmentDisorder. GICH is an approved MWO and AWO provider. GICHprovides an age appropriate ILP curriculum for all residents- fromproper hygiene and how to iron a shirt, to meal preparation andbudgeting, to job readiness. As a part of this program, GICH hasan annual mock CAREER FAIR for our residents. The Career Fairhas grown from





Age/IQ/Gender Notes:Younger than 13 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

Hephzibah Children's Home (Core Provider) & Methodist Children's Home (CoreProvider)

Psychiatric 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: Substance abuse, sexual behavior problems (excluding legally charged sexual offenders), and services forclients diagnosed with Reactive Attachment Disorder.


DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile Twin Cedars Youth Services AnneElizabeth Shepherd (835) Site Address: 751 Double Churches Rd.

Columbus, GA 31904 County: MUSCOGEE (Region 8) Phone: 706-322-8984Admissions:After Hours: admissions director


[email protected]



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Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountChild Care Worker 21 Coordinator of Educational Services 1Direct Care Supervisor 2 Director 1Executive Director 1 HSP (Human Services Professional) 2Intake Worker 1 Program Director 1Residential Coordinator 1


Program DescriptionTwin Cedars, Anne Elizabeth Shepherd Home, works with youngladies who may be experiencing issues related to sexual abuseand reactive attachment disorder such as aggression and sexualoffending behaviors.





Age/IQ/Gender Notes:females only



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 Annette BoydGroup Home (838) Site Address: 99 Johnson St.

Suite A LaGrange, GA 30241 County: TROUP (Region 4) Phone: 706-298-2148 Admissions: 706 298-2148After Hours: Sheri Cody

706-302-0454Director: Dan Saylors

[email protected]



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Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountChild Care Worker 9 Direct Care Supervisor 1Director 1 HSP (Human Services Professional) 1Program Director 1


Program DescriptionMagnolia Adolescent Group Home for Girls (Annette Boyd Home)is a residential program for at-risk female adolescents 13 to 17years of age. The Home serves up to sixteen adolescent femaleswith an average stay of nine to twelve months. The residentscome from various cultural, socioeconomic and ethnicbackgrounds and are usually experiencing behavioral andemotional problems. The Magnolia Group Home Staff, incollaboration with families, guardians, and Permanency PlanningTeam Members develop individualized goals and plans to assisteach resident identify and resolve behavioral issues as well asempower them with appropriate coping and independent livingskills. Many of the residents often





Age/IQ/Gender Notes:12 y/o will be considered on a case by case basis with waiver approval.



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: n/a


DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile Twin Cedars Youth Services Connections(837) Site Address: 1055 E. Depot Street

LaGrange, GA 30240 County: TROUP (Region 4) Phone: 706-884-1717 x1139Admissions: 706-884-1717 x1103After Hours: Ada Cornwell


706-884-1717 [email protected]



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Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountChild Care Worker 8 Director 1Executive Director 1 Program Director 1Residential Coordinator 1 Supervisor 1


Program Description“Connections” is designed for youth who have a history ofsexually aggressive behavior, who are between the ages of 14and 18, and/or who will be in state custody until the age of 21.While residing at the step-down program these youth will eitherbe in school, earning a GED, and/or in a vocational trainingprogram. These young men will still be considered at low risk, butthey will exhibit the potential to be safely maintained in acommunity setting with a strong containment system.Connections is located in LaGrange (Troup Co.), Georgia. Youthat Connections are reintegrated into the community having comefrom the MWO setting. Connections is considered an AWOfacility. Our mission i





Age/IQ/Gender Notes: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 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: Out Patient Sex Offender services


DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile Twin Cedars Youth Services MagnoliaSecond Chance Home (844) Site Address: 99 Johnson St.

Suite D LaGrange, GA 30241 County: TROUP (Region 4) Phone: 706-298-2158Admissions: 706-298-0050 x1084After Hours: Patricia Brooks


[email protected]



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Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountUnassigned 2 Child Care Worker 6Director 1 Executive Director 1HSP (Human Services Professional) 1


Program DescriptionOur Second Chance Home program targets teen mothers ages13-19 who are living in an environment that is deemedsusceptible to abuse, neglect and violence. The program offersresidents a safe, structured environment where they may,through achievement of individual goals, reduce current andfuture risk factors which may result in cyclical dependence andreduced quality of life for the teen parents and their children. Atthe same time we ensure a foundation of necessary education,life skills and self-worth. We believe that with a firm foundationand the proper tools teen parents may become self-sufficientcontributing members of society and may serve as an asset totheir community. The progra





Age/IQ/Gender Notes:We do not take mothers who are mentally retarded or developmentallydelayed, but occassionally their children do have these issues. Mothers need tobe able to strive toward self-sufficiency.


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 Mental HealthPsychiatric Facility Affiliation: N




DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile Twin Cedars Youth Services Reality House(841) Site Address: 751 Double Churches Rd.

Columbus, GA 31904 County: MUSCOGEE (Region 8) Phone: 706-322-8984Admissions:After Hours: Lynne Taylor


[email protected]



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


Program DescriptionThis is a step down program for youth ages 16-21 who havediagnosis of Sexual abuse of a child (perpetrator & victim).





Age/IQ/Gender Notes:females 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



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 Twin Cedars Youth Services WeracobaSecond Chance Home (937) Site Address: 1525 20th Street

Columbus, GA 31906 County: MUSCOGEE (Region 8) Phone: 706-324-6502Admissions: 706-298-0050 x1084After Hours: Henri Davidson


[email protected]



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Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountUnassigned 1 Child Care Worker 4Director 1 Executive Director 1HSP (Human Services Professional) 1


Program DescriptionOur Second Chance Home program targets teen mothers ages13-19 who are living in an environment that is deemedsusceptible to abuse, neglect and violence. The program offersresidents a safe, structured environment where they may,through achievement of individual goals, reduce current andfuture risk factors which may result in cyclical dependence andreduced quality of life for the teen parents and their children. Atthe same time we ensure a foundation of necessary education,life skills and self-worth. We believe that with a firm foundationand the proper tools teen parents may become self-sufficientcontributing members of society and may serve as an asset totheir community. The progra





Age/IQ/Gender Notes:We do not take mothers who are mentally retarded or developmentallydelayed, but occassionally their children do have these issues. Mothers need tobe able to strive toward self-sufficiency.


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 United Methodist Children Home of theNorth GA Conference Independent LivingProgram (4428) Site Address: 500 South Columbia Dr.

Decatur, GA 30030 County: DEKALB (Region 14) Phone: 404-327-5820Admissions: 404-327-5850After Hours: On-Call

404-409-6266Director: Terence Johnson

[email protected]



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Performance BasedPlacement Scores (FY13)Q1: 84.50% (B) ILP 95.05%(A) Q2:Q3:Q4:


Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountAdministrative Assistant 1 Case Manager 2Direct Care Supervisor 1 Executive Director 1


Program DescriptionThe Independent Living Program (ILP) is a program for youth,ages 18-21 that represents the final step in the process towardindependence in the agency’s residential continuum. Participantsmove from an apartment on the Decatur campus to their ownapartment in the community where they have the opportunity to“transition” into adulthood. The purpose of the program is toallow young adults to live in their own community-based homewhile continuing to participate in a structured program thatteaches and supports the continued development of essential lifeskills. We encourage each participant to use the services providedto them and become aware of their own natural gifts and talents.The








Program ServicesCore Services/MRO Provider: N Children and Teenagers Foundation, Covenant Youth EmpowermentPsychiatric 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 United Methodist Children Home of theNorth GA Conference On-CampusTransitional Living Program (Hybrid)(849) Site Address: 500 South Columbia Dr.


404-409-6266Director: Terence Johnson

[email protected]



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Performance BasedPlacement Scores (FY13)Q1: 98.58% (A+) ILP 100.25%(A+) Q2:Q3:Q4:

Program Designations RateILP $108.21TLP $108.21

Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountActivities & Recreation Coordinator 2 Administrative Assistant 1Child Care Worker 1 Coordinator of Educational Services 1Counselor 10 Crisis Support 1Direct Care Supervisor 2 Executive Director 1Intake Worker 1 Recruiter and Training Coordinator 1Social Worker 2 Supervisor 1


Program DescriptionThe Independent Living (ILP) is a residential program for childrenand youth, ages 17- 21. Youth live on the Decatur campus in oneof five buildings that provide efficiency apartments for eachparticipant. The program of Independent Living acknowledgesthat as youth in foster care mature chronologically, they come ofan age when they can legally exit the system. Our philosophy isto both empower and emotionally support older adolescents in amanner that provides a bridge between foster care and becomingindependent. In the agency continuum, the program ofIndependent Living is the middle step in the process that movesan adolescent from residential group care to a campus-basedapartment, a








Program ServicesCore Services/MRO Provider: N Children and Teenagers Foundation, Covenant Youth EmpowermentPsychiatric 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: GED tutoring services are provided at our On-Campus Education Center.


DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile Vashti Center, The (852) Site Address: 1815 E. Clay St.

Thomasville, GA 31792 County: THOMAS (Region 10) Phone: 229-226-4634Admissions: 229-226-4634After Hours: Ralph Comerford

229-226-4634Director: Ralph Comerford

[email protected]



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Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountUnassigned 2 Activities & Recreation Coordinator 1Child Care Worker 27 Director 1HSP (Human Services Professional) 2 Intake Worker 1Life 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:




DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile Vision Youth Services Boys (5125) Site Address: 2031 Fellowship Road

Tucker, GA 30084 County: DEKALB (Region 14) Phone: 678-973-2993Admissions:After Hours: Torie Evans

4043883292Director: Torie Evans

[email protected]



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Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountDirect Care Supervisor 2 Director 1


Program DescriptionVision Youth Services, Inc. is a Child Caring Institution (CCI)provider who offers Maximum Watchful Oversight services in aresidential treatment facility. We are currently providingplacement for up to 9 male residents, who range in ages from 13to 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 toa less restrictive environment. The facility Program Director,Human Service Professional, Direct Care Staff and Admin Staffwill work as a team to provide a stabilizing and nurturingenvironment that promotes safety and permanency.








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




DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile Vision Youth Services Girls (5124) Site Address: 4228 Redan Road

Stone Mountain, GA 30083 County: DEKALB (Region 14) Phone: 6789732993Admissions:After Hours: Torie Evans

4043883292Director: Torie Evans

[email protected]



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Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountDirect Care Supervisor 1 Director 1HSP (Human Services Professional) 1 Nursing Assistant 1Quality Assurance Administrator 1


Program DescriptionVision Youth Services, Inc. is a Child Caring Institution (CCI)provider who offers Maximum Watchful Oversight services in aresidential treatment facility. We are currently providingplacement for up to 9 female residents, who range in ages from12 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 toa less restrictive environment. The facility Program Director,Human Service Professional, Direct Care Staff and Admin Staffwill work as a team to provide a stabilizing and nurturingenvironment that promotes safety and permanency.








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




DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile Visions of Hope for Boys (978) Site Address: 3196 Bonway Drive

Decatur, GA 30032 County: DEKALB (Region 14) Phone: 404-290-5828Admissions:After Hours: Dianne Wynn

404-290-5828Director:



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


Program DescriptionVisions of Hope for Boys provides 24hr Room Board Watchfuloversight for deprived and at risk youth, males ages 6-17 whoare in need of a safe and structured atmosphere. Services are notlimited to- Individual therapy, in-home intensive treatment, inhome case management, transportation, supervised visitation,tutoring, Community Base programs as well as school monitoring.





Age/IQ/Gender Notes:VHB is licensed to serve males ages 6-17. All request for placements under theage of 12 must present a Waiver.

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 Westlake Investments, LLC WestlakeEstates, LLC (1001)*Suspended*Site Address: 168 Evans Road

Jackson, GA 30233 County: BUTTS (Region 4) Phone: 770-775-6372Admissions: 4046712562After Hours: Dorothy Watts, LCSW

770 7756372Director: Dorothy Watts




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Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountChild Care Worker 1 Clinical Director 1Direct Care Supervisor 1 HSP (Human Services Professional) 1House Parent 1 Program Director 1

Placement Types Accepted Program DescriptionWestlake Estates is a Residential CCI in Jackson, Ga. Westlake isa 4,000 sq. home situated on five acres. Our mission at WestlakeEstates is to build relationships that enhance the development ofskills, foster a sense of worth and embrace a belief in each child'sindividual potential. Westlake Estates will serve females age 6-18.We will linstill in our children the ability to love, learn and growinto responsible adults. Westlake Estates will establish groundrules for personal development that will enable all children servedto transform their lives from situations of helplessness toempowerment.

Counties Served: BUTTS


DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile Young Adult Guidance Center, The (860) Site Address: 1230 Hightower Road

Atlanta, GA 30318 County: FULTON (Region 14) Phone: 404-792-7616Admissions: 404-792-7616After Hours: Kenneth Walker

404-792-7616Director:



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Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountCase Manager 3 House Parent 4Program Director 1


Program DescriptionYAGC is a support services organization established in 1986 toprovide high quality services to young adults and their families.Our purpose is to empower youth with a healthy mind, body andspirit through housing assistance, prevention, intervention andcommunity collaborations which will enhance the quality of life forAtlanta’s citizens. The organization has served and nurtured morethan 10,000 young individuals since inception and has constantlymodified its philosophy to be abreast with the challenges facedby today’s youth. YAGC’s focus is on the stabilization anddevelopment of young men 7 to 21 years of age.





Age/IQ/Gender Notes:YAGC serves clients between the ages of 7-21. Residential clients are strictlyfor males at the 1212 and 1230 Hightower facilities. However, we provideservices for female youth in a collaborative agency ages 17-21. Our OutreachProgram serves after-school students ages 7-17.





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 Harbour Campus)Douglas Center: Girls (624) Site Address: 4885 Dorsett Shoals Rd.

Douglasville, GA 30135 County: DOUGLAS (Region 3) Phone: 770-852-6459Admissions:After Hours: Karencia Cotton

770-826-3824Director: Emily Acker

[email protected]


OPM Team: Red Accreditation Status: JCAHOOther


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Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountAdministrative Assistant 1 Counselor 15Direct Care Supervisor 2 Executive Director 1HSP (Human Services Professional) 1 Placement Supervisor 1Program Director 1 Program Manager 1


Program DescriptionYouth Villages- Inner Harbour Campus (Douglas Center) is acommunity based residential programs which seek to reunify girlsages 13-17 with their families and their communities. Ourresidential programs offer structure, support, life and social skillsdevelopment along with the integration of therapeutic services.We seek to work with Youth Villages in-homes services and otherin-home supports to successfully transition youths topermanency. Our residents can attend the Inner Harbour campusschool accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges andSchools or attend Douglas County public schools.








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 Youth Villages (Inner Harbour Campus)EXCEL Program: Boys (1027) Site Address: 4685 Dorsett Shoals Rd.

Douglasville, GA 30135 County: DOUGLAS (Region 3) Phone: 770-852-6300Admissions:After Hours: Michael Carter

770-852-6300Director: Emily Acker

[email protected]


OPM Team: Red Accreditation Status: JCAHOOther


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Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountAdministrative Assistant 1 Counselor 18Direct Care Supervisor 2 Executive Director 1HSP (Human Services Professional) 1 Placement Supervisor 1Program Director 1 Program Manager 1Quality Assurance Administrator 1


Program DescriptionYouth Villages- Inner Harbour Campus (Excel) is a communitybased residential program which seek to reunify boys ages 13-17with their families and their communities. Our residentialprograms offer structure, support, life and social skillsdevelopment along with the integration of therapeutic services.We seek to work with Youth Villages in-homes services and otherin-home supports to successfully transition youths topermanency. Our residents can attend the Inner Harbour campusschool accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges andSchools or attend Douglas County public schools.







√ 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 All God's Children (861) Site Address: 1671 Meriweather Dr.

Suite 101 Bogart, GA 30622 County: OCONEE (Region 5) Phone: 706-316-2421Admissions: 706-316-2421After Hours: Emily Bailey

706-316-2421Director: Emily Bailey

[email protected]

License Type: CPA Vendor ID: 35219Opened: 1997 SHINES Resource ID: 8507203OPM Team: Green Accreditation Status: N/A

Placements as of 12/5/12Total Children: 3MAAC Children: 0# Open FosterHomes: 4

Capacity: 5% Capacity: 60%

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Program Designations RateTRAD $21.44BWO $29.02

Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountCase Manager 4 Executive Director 1Supervisor 1


Program DescriptionAll God's Children works closely with prospective adoptive familiesfacilitating adoption for children in DFCS custody. The childrenmay have mild to moderate emotional or medical difficulties or bepart of a sibling group.

Counties Served: GWINNETT,JACKSON





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 Benchmark Family Services, Inc (formerly Lifewayfor Youth) (973) Site Address: 171 N Main Street

Jonesboro, GA 30326 County: CLAYTON (Region 13) Phone: 770-210-8745Admissions: 770-210-8745After Hours: On Call worker

404-909-5421Director: Loya English-Levine

[email protected]

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

Placements as of 12/5/12Total Children: 30MAAC Children: 0# Open Foster Homes: 24Capacity: 68% Capacity: 44%

DHS Region & County

Performance Based PlacementScores (FY13)Q1: 87.61% (B+) Q2:Q3:Q4:

Program Designations RateTRAD $21.44BWO $29.02MWO $40.07SBWO $45.00SMWO $69.00SMFWO $81.00

Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountAdministrative Assistant 3 Case Manager 3Director 5 Recruiter and Training Specialist 1


Program DescriptionBenchmark Family Services, Inc. is a private, faith based,non-profit, therapeutic foster care agency. Benchmark FamilyServices, Inc. (formally Lifeway for Youth Kentucky) wasestablished in 2004. The purpose of Benchmark FamilyServices, Inc. is to provide stable and caring homes for youthin need of out-of-home care. Our mission is to advocate forchildren by ensuring opportunities for healthy physical,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. BenchmarkFamily Services, Inc. is committed to the highest standards ofchildcare and professionalism.

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

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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 Creative Intervention SpecialistPsychiatric Facility Affiliation: N




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DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile Benchmark Family Services, IncColumbus (5113) Site Address: 4330 Gilbert Avenue

Columbus, GA 31904 County: MUSCOGEE (Region 8) Phone: 706 405-4256Admissions: 706 405-4256After Hours: On-call worker

706 662-8423Director: Loya English-Levine

[email protected]

License Type: CPA Vendor ID: 99720Opened: 2010 SHINES Resource ID: 11305220OPM Team: Red Accreditation Status: JCAHO



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Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountAdministrative Assistant 2 Case Manager 4Director 1 Recruiter and Training Coordinator 1Regional Director 1


Program DescriptionBenchmark Family Services, Inc. is a private, faith based,non-profit, therapeutic foster care agency. Benchmark FamilyServices, Inc. (formally Lifeway for Youth Kentucky) wasestablished in 2004. The purpose of Benchmark Family Services,Inc. is to provide stable and caring homes for youth in need ofout-of-home care. Our mission is to advocate for children byensuring opportunities for healthy physical, psychological andemotional growth and development in the most normal and leastrestrictive setting possible. To this end, Benchmark provides andcoordinates programs and services in cooperation with referringchild welfare agencies. Benchmark Family Services, Inc. iscommitted to the highest standards of childcare andprofessionalism.Counties Served: CHATTAHOOCHEE,MUSCOGEE,TAYLOR,TROUP






√ 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, IncLawrenceville (5112) Site Address: 2080 Sugarloaf Parkway

Suite 120-130 Lawrenceville,GA 30045

County: GWINNETT (Region 15) Phone: 770-338-0800Admissions: 770-338-0800After Hours: BFS Staff

770-815-9446Director: Loya English-Levine

[email protected]

License Type: CPA Vendor ID: 99719Opened: 2010 SHINES Resource ID: 11305215OPM Team: Green Accreditation Status: CARF



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Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountAdministrative Assistant 5 Case Manager 4Director 1 Executive Director 1Recruiter and Training Coordinator 1


Program DescriptionBenchmark Family Services, Inc. is a private, faith based,non-profit, therapeutic foster care agency. Benchmark FamilyServices, Inc. (formally Lifeway for Youth Kentucky) wasestablished in 2004. The purpose of Benchmark Family Services,Inc. is to provide stable and caring homes for youth in need ofout-of-home care. Our mission is to advocate for children byensuring opportunities for healthy physical, psychological andemotional growth and development in the most normal and leastrestrictive setting possible. To this end, Benchmark provides andcoordinates programs and services in cooperation with referringchild welfare agencies. Benchmark Family Services, Inc. iscommitted to the highest standards of childcare andprofessionalism.Counties Served: CHEROKEE,DEKALB,GWINNETT,HALL




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








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]



DHS Region & County

Performance Based Placement Scores (FY13)Q1: 75.52% (C) Q2:Q3:Q4:


Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountExecutive Director 1 Intake Worker 1Paraprofessional 1 Program Director 1Social Worker 5 Supervisor 1


Program DescriptionFoster care program which places children from Metro Atlantaand surrounding cases.

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

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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


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DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile Bethany Christian Services Columbus(574) Site Address: 5050 Warm Springs Rd.

Suite 200-B Columbus, GA31909

County: MUSCOGEE (Region 8) Phone: 706-576-5766 Admissions:After Hours: Denna Smith

706 576-5766Director: Nonyem Drayton

[email protected]

License Type: CPA Vendor ID: 35248Opened: 2000 SHINES Resource ID: 8507221OPM Team: Red Accreditation Status: N/A



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Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountExecutive Director 1 Social Worker 1


Program DescriptionFoster Care program- CPA

Counties Served: HARRIS,MERIWETHER,MUSCOGEE




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






Childkind, Inc (583) Site Address: 3107 Clairmont Road, NE, Suite A

Atlanta, GA 30329 County: DEKALB (Region 14) Phone: 404-248-1980Admissions: 404-248-1980After Hours: On-Call Worker

404-319-9397Director:

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


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Performance Based Placement Scores(FY13)Q1: 95.19% (A) Q2:Q3:Q4:


Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountAdministrative Assistant 2 CEO 1Family Services Coordinator 7 Intake Worker 1Medical Support Coordinator 1 Nurse 1Placement Supervisor 2 Program Director 1Quality Assurance Administrator 1 Recruiter and Training Coordinator 1Recruiter and Training Specialist 1 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 an RN, Support Group programmingand activities for the children served, support services/trainingopportunities for the Foster Parents, supervised visitation, andintensive case management by skilled and highly trainedprofessional staff.

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


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Age/IQ/Gender Notes:Primary determining factors for placement requests are determined by the special healthcare 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


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


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DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile Choices for Life Foster Care Valdosta(943) Site Address: 2200 North Patterson

Valdosta, GA 31602 County: LOWNDES (Region 11) Phone: 229 244-1707Admissions: 229-244-1707After Hours: Sara Riley

229-244-1707Director: Sara Riley

[email protected]

License Type: CPA Vendor ID: 35275Opened: 2004 SHINES Resource ID: 8507238OPM Team: Red Accreditation Status: COA



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


Program DescriptionChoices for Life of GA is distinguished by a competitive spirit andcollaborative heart, supported by its commitment toprofessionalism and personal concern. Choices for Life isdedicated to affecting positive change in families and childrenwith special needs. By combining the skills and resources ofChoices for Life professional team in concert with state agencies,counselors and social workers, we will provide a nurturingenvironment that promotes safety, well being and permanence.

Counties Served: BERRIEN,BROOKS,LOWNDES




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







DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile Community Connections (586) Site Address: 2300 West Park Place Blvd.

Suite 114 Stone Mountain, GA30087

County: DEKALB (Region 14) Phone: 770-465-9644Admissions: 404-580-5365After Hours: Marie Pieri

404-580-5365Director: Karen Jackson

[email protected]




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


Program DescriptionCommunity Connections, Inc. is a domestic nonprofit foster careand adoption program governed by a Board of Directors toensure compliance with state law and regulations. Childrenserved will be from the ages of newborn to 18 years. The agencywill function as a Child Placing Agency by providing foster andadoptive homes and support services for Room Board & WatchfulOversight (RBWO) children in all Program Categories (Traditional,Base WO, Max WO, Specialty Base WO, Specialty Max WO,Specialty Medically Fragile WO), and who are in the temporarylegal custody of the Department of Family and Children Services(DFACS). Children with RBWO needs include, but is not limited tochildren who are medically fragile and/or haveemotional/behavioral challenges, as well as sibling groups. Counties Served: CLAYTON,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



Creative Community Services (612) Site Address: 4487 Park Drive

Suite A Norcross, GA 30093 County: GWINNETT (Region 15) Phone: 770-469-6226Admissions: 770-469-6226After Hours: On-Call Supervisor

770-469-6226Director: Sally Buchanan

[email protected]



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Performance Based Placement Scores (FY13)Q1: 79.43% (C+) Q2:Q3:Q4:

Program Designations RateSBWO $45.00SMWO $69.00SMFWO $81.00

Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountAdministrative Assistant 1 Child Care Worker 3Clinical Director 1 Counselor 7Direct Care Supervisor 1 Executive Director 1Intake Worker 1 Program Director 1Recruiter and Training Coordinator 1 Supervisor 5


Program DescriptionThis program provides specialized foster care to children who havebeen severely abused and/or neglected.

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


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Age/IQ/Gender Notes:There is no minimum IQ for admission.

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: life coaching/ behavior management for DD


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

Conyers, GA 30094 County: ROCKDALE (Region 13) Phone: 770-483-3535Admissions: 7704833535 ex28After Hours: Foster Care On-Call

(470) 385-9157Director:




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Program Designations RateTRAD $24.11BWO $29.02MWO $40.07SBWO $45.00SMWO $69.00

Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountUnassigned 1 Family Service Worker 1Family Services Coordinator 3 Intake Worker 1Program Director 1


Program DescriptionElks Aidmore, Inc. has been operating as a CCI for over 20-yearsoffering residential services for adolescent females. In April of2012, we have expanded our services to include therapeuticfoster care to children and adolescent b/w the ages of 4-21.

Counties Served: BUTTS,DEKALB,GWINNETT,NEWTON,ROCKDALE








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 Devereux GA Treatment NetworkSpecialty Foster Care (621) Site Address: 1291 Stanley Rd.

Kennesaw, GA 30512 County: COBB (Region 15) Phone: 770-427-0147Admissions: 770-427-0147After Hours: Allison Barreiro-Jones

678-303-2671Director: Gwen Skinner

[email protected]

License Type: CPA Vendor ID: 35305Opened: 2001 SHINES Resource ID: 8507251OPM Team: Green Accreditation Status: JCAHO



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


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

Counties Served: CARROLL,CHEROKEE,COBB,DEKALB,DOUGLAS,FAYETTE,FULTON,GWINNETT,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 ENA, Inc., dba NECCO (formerly GA SAFE)Albany (672) Site Address: 2231 Dawson Rd.

Suite U Albany, GA 31707 County: DOUGHERTY (Region 10) Phone: 229-299-5095Admissions: 87770722586After Hours: Dana Oosterveen

87770722586Director: Jill Amos





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Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountCase Manager 3 Executive Director 1Program Director 1 Recruiter and Training Coordinator 1


Program DescriptionCPA - specialized foster care serving children in DFCS custodywho may exhibit problems related to developmental disabilities,medical issues or behavioral/emotional issues.

Counties Served: CALHOUN,COLQUITT,DOUGHERTY,LEE,LOWNDES,MITCHELL,SUMTER






√ 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 GA SAFE)Jonesboro (4289) Site Address: 9556 Tara Blvd.

Suite 400 Jonesboro, GA30236

County: CLAYTON (Region 13) Phone: 678-610-1933Admissions: 6786101933After Hours: Frank Taylor

404-291-3831Director:




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Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountAdministrative Assistant 1 Case Manager 3Intake Worker 2 Program Director 1


Program DescriptionCPA - specialized foster care

Counties Served: CLAYTON,DEKALB,FAYETTE,FULTON,HENRY,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 GA SAFE)Macon (675) Site Address: 150 North Crest Boulevard

Macon, GA 31210 County: HOUSTON (Region 6) Phone: 478-254-2902Admissions: 4782542902After Hours: Santina Bagley

4789547965Director: Jill Amos





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Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountCase Manager 3 Executive Director 1Intake Worker 1 Program Director 1


Program DescriptionENA, Inc. dba Necco provides specialized foster care forchildren including all RBWO levels. Specialized foster care forboth DFCS & DJJ.

Counties Served: BALDWIN,BIBB,BLECKLEY,HANCOCK,HOUSTON,PEACH,TWIGGS,WASHINGTON,WILKINSON

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

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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 Rivers Edge, Oconee CenterPsychiatric Facility Affiliation: N




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DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile ENA, Inc., dba NECCO (formerly GA SAFE)Martinez (673) Site Address: 4424 Columbia Rd.

Suite B Martinez, GA 30907 County: COLUMBIA (Region 7) Phone: 706-210-3435Admissions: 706-210-3435After Hours: Jermain Nelson

706-825-3366Director: Jill Amos





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


Program DescriptionNECCO- Augusta is a specialized foster care agency that providescare from Birth to 21 years of age. We serve youth withdesignations from traditional to Specialty Medically fragile. Weaccept youth after hours.We provide 24 hour support as well ascoordinating services for 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 of age,IQ,or gender.



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





Faithbridge Foster Care (974) Site Address: 2655 Northwinds Pkwy.

Alpharetta, GA 30009 County: FULTON (Region 14) Phone: 678-690-7100Admissions: 678-690-7114After Hours: After Hours Referral Line

678-690-7114Director: Bill Hancock

[email protected]



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Performance Based Placement Scores(FY13)Q1: 96.84% (A) Q2:Q3:Q4:


Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountAdministrative Assistant 1 CEO 1Case Manager 7 Paraprofessional 1Program Director 2 Supervisor 2


Program DescriptionFaithBridge Foster Care works within and partners with localchurches to create independent foster care ministries around asmall group model, called the Community of CareSM, whichprovides foster families with support and resources. Thisrelationship-enhanced model creates increased foster familycapacity with built-in stability and quality, bringing children andfamilies together in a safe, loving Christian community.FaithBridge Foster Care's strategy helps to bring together anentire community of caring individuals--professionals, pastorsand volunteers--who surround children and families in loving,nurturing relationships and who help bridge the emotionaltraumas often caused by neglect, abuse or other challenges.

Counties Served: CHATHAM,CHEROKEE,COBB,COWETA,DAWSON,DEKALB,DOUGLAS,FAYETTE,FLOYD,FORSYTH,FULTON,GWINNETT,HALL,PAULDING


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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


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DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile Families First Foster Care Program (639) Site Address: 1105 W. Peachtree St.

Atlanta, GA 30309 County: FULTON (Region 14) Phone: 404-853-2822Admissions: 4048532829After Hours: Case Specialist rotation

4043106056Director: Kim Anderson

[email protected]




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Performance Based PlacementScores (FY13)Q1: 92.52% (A-) Q2:Q3:Q4:

Program Designations RateTRAD $21.44BWO $29.02MWO $40.07

Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountAdministrative Assistant 1 CEO 1Director 1 HSP (Human Services Professional) 1Program Manager 1 Social Worker 2Supervisor 1 VP/COO 1


Program DescriptionFamilies First offers temporary foster care for abused,neglected and abandoned chidlren. Young children are placedin the homes of approved foster parents who are carefllyscreened, trained and supervised by the agency.Consideration is given to keeping a child as close to his or heroriginal home location in placement decisions andconsideration is gievn for sibling groups placment in the samefoster home. All homes are reviewed annually for complainceof basic health and saftey standards.

Counties Served: CLAYTON,COBB,COWETA,DEKALB,FAYETTE,FORSYTH,FULTON,GWINNETT,HENRY,LUMPKIN,ROCKDALE


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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


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Georgia Agape (655) Site Address: 3094 Mercer University Dr.

Suite 200 Atlanta, GA 30341 County: DEKALB (Region 14) Phone: 770-452-9995Admissions: 404 840-6261After Hours: Charles Hampton

404 840-6261Director: Doug Mead

[email protected]



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Performance Based Placement Scores (FY13)Q1: 104.16% (A+) Q2:Q3:Q4:


Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountAdministrative Assistant 3 Case Manager 3Director 1 Program Director 1Recruiter 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: BARTOW,CARROLL,CHEROKEE,CLAYTON,COBB,COWETA,DEKALB,FAYETTE,FORSYTH,FULTON,GWINNETT,HALL,HENRY,NEWTON,PAULDING


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


√ 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


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DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile Georgia Baptist Children's Home & FamilyMinistries Fayette Program: Grace forChildren (1024) Site Address: 101 Devant St.

Suite 502 Fayetteville, GA30214

County: FAYETTE (Region 4) Phone: 770-460-6652Admissions: 770-460-6652After Hours: Janet Granski

770 716-1623Director: James Harper

[email protected]




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Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountHSP (Human Services Professional) 1 President 1Program Director 1


Program DescriptionThe Grace for Children foster care initiative is an effortco-sponsored by the Fayette Youth Protection Homes, Inc.community board and Georgia Baptist Children’s Homes andFamily Ministries. FYPH is providing fund raising and promotionalefforts while Georgia Baptist will run the program by enlistingfoster parents, certifying them, teaching IMPACT and doing thehome studies. Georgia Baptist will provide supervision of thehomes and case management of the children including intake andsocial services for children referred to the program.

Counties Served: CARROLL,COWETA,FAYETTE,FULTON




Age/IQ/Gender Notes:Infant-18;70+; either


√ 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 Baptist Counseling CentersPsychiatric Facility Affiliation: N




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 X206After Hours: TFC ON Call Number

(770) 256-8565Director: Sue Smith

404-758-4500 ext [email protected]




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Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountCEO 1 Case Manager 4Clinical Director 1 Director 1Program Director 1 Recruiter and Training Specialist 1


Program DescriptionGeorgia Parent Support Network provides Respite and RBWOservices for foster care children in DFCS and DJJ custody.Specialize in working with chidlren and youth with severeemotional and behavioral challenges.

Counties Served: CLAYTON,DEKALB,FAYETTE,FULTON,GWINNETT,HENRY,NEWTON,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) Site Address: 11805 Northfall Lane

Suite 803 Alpharetta, GA30009

County: FULTON (Region 14) Phone: 770-255-1018Admissions: (770) 255-1018After Hours: Susan Lister

(770) 255-1018Director: Susan Lister





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Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountCase Manager 1 Clinical Director 1Direct Care Supervisor 1 Director 1Social Worker 1


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

Counties Served: CHEROKEE,CLAYTON,COBB,DEKALB,FORSYTH,FULTON,GWINNETT,HALL,JACKSON,WALTON


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√ 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 by Medicaid


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DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile Giving Tree, The An Adoption ResourceCenter (684) Site Address: 720 Church Street

Decatur, GA 30030 County: DEKALB (Region 14) Phone: 404-633-3383Admissions:After Hours: Andrea Flint

4046333383Director:


Placements as of 12/5/12Total Children: 0MAAC Children: 0# Open FosterHomes:Capacity:% Capacity: N/A

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Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountDirector 1 Social Worker 1

Placement Types Accepted Program DescriptionThe Giving Tree recruits, trains and provides ongoing support forfoster and adoptive families who welcome children with specialneeds into their home. Most foster-care related services providedby The Giving Tree are in concert with a pending adoption ofchild(ren) who are still legally considered wards of the State.

Counties Served:




Age/IQ/Gender Notes:We are not currently operating as a foster care provider at this time.





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: No special services at this time


DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile Hillside (700) Site Address: 1301 Monroe Drive

Atlanta, GA 30306 County: FULTON (Region 14) Phone: 404-875-4551Admissions: 404-328-6885After Hours: Helen Arnold

404-328-6885Director: Teresa Stoker

[email protected]

License Type: CPA Vendor ID: 35415Opened: 1995 SHINES Resource ID: 8507328OPM Team: Green Accreditation Status: CARF



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Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountDirector 1 Family Service Worker 2Program Director 2 Program Manager 1


Program DescriptionHillside Therapeutic Foster Care is part of the continuum of careoffered by Hillside, Inc. to serve children and adolescents withserious emotional and behavioral difficulties. In keeping with theorganization’s commitment to providing services in the leastrestricted environment, the Therapeutic Foster Care Program is analternative to hospitalization and institutionalization. The goal ofthis intensive support system is to improve the child’s andfamily’s functioning, promote the child’s education and positivedevelopment and to reunite children with their natural familieswhenever possible. When family reunification is not possible, theprogram collaborates with the custodial agency in

Counties Served: CARROLL,CLAYTON,COBB,DEKALB,FAYETTE,GWINNETT,NEWTON,ROCKDALE,WALTON




Age/IQ/Gender Notes:Several of our foster homes are skilled at parenting youth with developmentaldelays and severe emotional and behavioral problems.

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 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 -Universal HealthLaurel Heights CPA (722) Site Address: 934 Briarcliff Rd., NE

Atlanta, GA 30306 County: FULTON (Region 14) Phone: 404-888-7860Admissions: 404-888-6040After Hours: Toni Berry

678-760-3766Director: Gloria Choo

[email protected]




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Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountDirector 1 Family Services Coordinator 3Program Director 1


Program DescriptionLaurel Heights serves children and adolescents with seriousemotional difficulties who can be safely managed by speciallytrained foster parents. Family Consultants and the ProgramDirector have all worked in intensive residential treatmentsettings so have significant experience in managing thebehavioral challenges and understanding the needs of thispopulation. Our foster parents have primarily worked withchildren stepping down from intensive residential treatment orPRTFs. We primariy work with children who have a need forSpecialty services as our staff have the expertise to work withthis 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) Site Address: 35 Mountain Street

Ringgold, GA 30736-2045 County: CATOOSA (Region 1) Phone: 706-937-4236Admissions: 706-937-4236After Hours: Eric Coney

423-903-8795Director: Karen Chancey

[email protected]




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Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountAdministrative Assistant 1 Case Manager 3Director 2


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: CATOOSA,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 Lookout Mountain Community ServicesBoard TREK Program (876) Site Address: 1875 Fant Drive

Fort Oglethorpe, GA 30742 County: CATOOSA (Region 1) Phone: 706-861-3387Admissions: 423-899-2036After Hours: John Brewer

423-899-2036Director: Thomas Ford

[email protected]




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Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountAdministrative Assistant 1 Case Manager 8Director 1 Executive Director 1Quality Assurance Administrator 1 Recruiter and Training Coordinator 1


Program DescriptionRBWO - Traditional, Basic, Maximun

Counties Served: CATOOSA,CHATTOOGA,CHEROKEE,FLOYD,GORDON,MURRAY,WALKER,WHITFIELD




Age/IQ/Gender Notes:Babies or very young children only as part of a sibling group. IQ, not MentallyRetarded 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 Georgia Lutheran ofAlbany (731) Site Address: 1508 Whispering Pines Avenue

Albany, GA 31707 County: DOUGHERTY (Region 10) Phone: 229-432-7664Admissions: 229-432-7664After Hours: Tywannda Kiegler

229-432-7664Director: Gary Johnstone

[email protected]




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Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountCase Manager 2 Director 1Executive Director 1


Program DescriptionSpecialized Foster Care program with expertise in serving childrenwith MRDD, Medically Fragile, Autism, psychiatric and behaviorissues, and large sibling groups.

Counties Served: CRISP,DOUGHERTY,MITCHELL,TIFT




Age/IQ/Gender Notes:No minimum IQ required.



Program ServicesCore Services/MROProvider: N

TWI Counseling Services, Pathway to Hope Counseling Services, Yes-U-Can BehavioralHealth Services, Families United Services

Psychiatric FacilityAffiliation: N





Lutheran Services of Georgia Lutheran of Atlanta (728) Site Address: 100 Edgewood Avenue

Suite 1800 Atlanta, GA 30303 County: FULTON (Region 14) Phone: 404-875-0201Admissions: 404-591-7059After Hours: Agency On-Call

1-866-333-6355Director: Alieizoria Redd

[email protected]



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Performance Based Placement Scores (FY13)Q1: 91.65% (A-) Q2:Q3:Q4:


Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountAdministrative Assistant 1 Case Manager 3Direct Care Supervisor 1 Director 1Executive Director 1 Program Manager 1Recruiter and Training Coordinator 1 Recruiter and Training Specialist 2Social Worker 2 Supervisor 1


Program DescriptionProvide foster care services with expertise in MRDD/Medically Fragile,and Autistic children; psychiatric and behavior issues; large siblinggroups; have adult MRDD waiver program to which children eligiblefor waivers and/or aging out of care can transition

Counties Served: CARROLL,CLARKE,CLAYTON,COBB,DEKALB,DOUGLAS,FULTON,GWINNETT,HENRY,JACKSON,NEWTON,PAULDING,ROCKDALE,WALTON,WHITE


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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


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DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile Lutheran Services of Georgia Lutheran ofRome (4381) Site Address: 336 Broad Street

Suite 200 Rome, GA 30161 County: FLOYD (Region 3) Phone: 706-512-1185Admissions: 706-512-1185After Hours: LSG Staff

1-800-343-2458Director: Alieizoria Redd

[email protected]

License Type: CPA Vendor ID: 62037Opened: SHINES Resource ID: 11300842OPM Team: Red Accreditation Status: N/A



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Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountCase Manager 3 Director 1Executive Director 1 Program Manager 1Recruiter and Training Specialist 1


Program DescriptionChild Placing Agency specializing in medically fragile, behavioralissues, and sibling groups.

Counties Served: BARTOW,CARROLL,CATOOSA,CHEROKEE,FLOYD,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 Georgia Lutheran ofSavannah (730) Site Address: 6555 Abercorn St.

Savannah, GA 31406 County: CHATHAM (Region 12) Phone: 912-353-8875Admissions: 912-353-8875After Hours: Eron Waters

912-335-3849Director: Alieizoria Redd

[email protected]




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Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountCase Manager 3 Director 1Executive Director 1 Program Manager 1


Program DescriptionSpecialized Foster Care program with expertise inMRDD/Medically Fragile, Autism, behavioral, teens, siblinggroups; also have an MRDD Adult Program, Adoption Program

Counties Served: BULLOCH,CHATHAM,GWINNETT,JENKINS,LIBERTY




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) Site Address: 2200 Watergate Court

Albany, GA 31707 County: DOUGHERTY (Region 10) Phone: 229-435-6601Admissions: 229-435-6601After Hours: Toreka Hicks

229-726-4585Director:




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Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountCase Manager 4 Recruiter and Training Specialist 1Supervisor 2


Program DescriptionCommunity-based services to adults and children throughoutAlbany and the surrounding areas. Our diverse, professional staffaccommodates children with a wide range of needs andconditions and we provide families with the resources to copewith children’s changing and often challenging needs. MENTORprovides foster care services for all program categories andspecializes in serving children with emotional/behavioraldisorders, medically fragile/complex and developmentaldisabilities.

Counties Served: DECATUR,DOUGHERTY,LEE,LOWNDES,MUSCOGEE,TERRELL




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) Site Address: 220 Ben Burton Circle, Suite A

Bogart, GA 30622 County: OCONEE (Region 5) Phone: 706 425-1814Admissions:After Hours: AFTER HOURS ON CALL

706-201-6385Director: Bianca Allegro

706-425-1814 ext. [email protected]




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Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountCounselor 2 Intake Worker 1Program Manager 1 Recruiter and Training Specialist 1Supervisor 1


Program DescriptionCommunity-based services to adults and children throughoutAthens and the surrounding areas. Our diverse, professional staffaccommodates children with a wide range of needs andconditions and we provide families with the resources to copewith children’s changing and often challenging needs. MENTORprovides foster care services for BWO, MWO, SMWO, SBWO, andSMFWO program categories and specializes in serving childrenwith emotional/behavioral disorders, medically fragile/complexand developmental disabilities.

Counties Served: BARROW,CLARKE,ELBERT,GREENE,GWINNETT,MADISON,OGLETHORPE,WALTON




Age/IQ/Gender Notes:No restrictions







DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile Mentor Network Mentor Atlanta (736) Site Address: 2302 Parklake Drive

Suite 200 Atlanta, GA 30345 County: FULTON (Region 14) Phone: 470-362-7202 Admissions: 470-362-7244After Hours: Assigned On-Call Coordinator

404-276-3200Director: Lori Campbell

[email protected]

License Type: CPA Vendor ID: 35493Opened: 1990 SHINES Resource ID: 8507383OPM Team: Green Accreditation Status:N/A


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Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountCase Manager 4 Counselor 1Director 1 Family Service Worker 2HSP (Human Services Professional) 1 Program Manager 2Recruiter and Training Specialist 2 Supervisor 2


Program DescriptionCommunity-based services to adults and children throughoutMetro Atlanta and the surrounding areas. Our office providesSpecialty and Medically Complex Foster Care. Our diverse,professional staff accommodates children with a wide range ofneeds and conditions and we provide families with theresources to cope with children’s changing and oftenchallenging needs.

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


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DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile Mentor Network Mentor Augusta (737) Site Address: 4210 Columbia Rd.

Suite 17 A Martinez, GA 30907 County: COLUMBIA (Region 7) Phone: 706-868-5268Admissions: (706) 868-5268After Hours: Yulanda Williams

(706)868-5268Director: Yulanda Williams

[email protected]

License Type: CPA Vendor ID: 35495Opened: SHINES Resource ID: 8507385OPM Team: Green Accreditation Status: N/A



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Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountCase Manager 1 HSP (Human Services Professional) 3Recruiter and Training Coordinator 1 Supervisor 1


Program DescriptionCommunity-based services to adults and children throughoutAugusta and the surrounding areas. Our diverse, professionalstaff accommodates children with a wide range of needs andconditions and we provide families with the resources to copewith children’s changing and often challenging needs. MENTORprovides foster care services for all program categories andspecializes in serving children with emotional/behavioraldisorders, medically fragile/complex and developmentaldisabilities.

Counties Served: BURKE,COLUMBIA,JENKINS,MCDUFFIE,RICHMOND,SCREVEN,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) Site Address: 4977 Mt. Pleasant Church

Road Macon, GA 31216

County: BIBB (Region 6) Phone: 478-785-0005Admissions: 478-785-0005After Hours: Melinda Sams

478-749-5142Director: Melinda Sams

[email protected]




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Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountCase Manager 5 Director 1Family Services Coordinator 1 Intake Worker 1Recruiter and Training Coordinator 1 Recruiter and Training Specialist 1Supervisor 1


Program DescriptionCommunity-based services to adults and children throughoutMacon and the surrounding areas. Our diverse, professional staffaccommodates children with a wide range of needs andconditions and we provide families with the resources to copewith children’s changing and often challenging needs. MENTORprovides foster care services for all program categories andspecializes in serving children with emotional/behavioraldisorders, medically fragile/complex and developmentaldisabilities.

Counties Served: BIBB,FULTON,HOUSTON,MACON,MONROE,PEACH




Age/IQ/Gender Notes:We are willing to consider any age from birth to 21 and any IQ level regardlessof 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) Site Address: 7130 Hodgson Memorial Dr.

Suite 203 Savannah, GA31406

County: CHATHAM (Region 12) Phone: 912-354-8990Admissions: 912-354-8990After Hours: Iona Newton

912-354-8990Director:




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Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountCase Manager 3 Program Manager 1Supervisor 1


Program DescriptionCommunity-based services to adults and children throughoutSavannah and the surrounding areas. Our diverse, professionalstaff accommodates children with a wide range of needs andconditions and we provide families with the resources to copewith children’s changing and often challenging needs. MENTORprovides foster care services for all program categories andspecializes in serving children with emotional/behavioraldisorders, medically fragile/complex and developmentaldisabilities.

Counties Served: BULLOCH,CHATHAM,EFFINGHAM,GLYNN,LIBERTY,LONG,MCINTOSH,WAYNE









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



Meritan, Inc. d/b/a Meritan Stepping Stones Cartersville(680) Site Address: 920-A N Tennessee St.

Cartersville, GA 30120 County: BARTOW (Region 3) Phone: 770-387-9003Admissions: 770-387-9003After Hours: On Call.

1-800-209-1007Director: Jimmy Wilson

[email protected]



DHS Region & County

Performance Based Placement Scores(FY13)Q1: 87.92% (B+) Q2:Q3:Q4:


Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountAdministrative Assistant 1 Case Manager 4Program Director 1 Recruiter and Training Coordinator 1Supervisor 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 (FosterFamily Based Treatment Association).

Counties Served: BARTOW,CARROLL,CHEROKEE,COBB,DEKALB,DOUGLAS,FAYETTE,FLOYD,GORDON,GWINNETT,NEWTON,PAULDING,POLK


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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





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Meritan, Inc. d/b/a Meritan Stepping Stones Macon (682) Site Address: 300 Northside Crossing

Macon, GA 31210 County: BIBB (Region 6) Phone: 478-474-8552Admissions: 4784748552After Hours: Felissa Stewart

4784748552Director:



DHS Region & County

Performance Based Placement Scores (FY13)Q1: 88.92% (B+) Q2:Q3:Q4:


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


Program DescriptionFormerly Therapeutic, Placing children level 1 thru 5; nowspecialized foster care providing services and placement for RBWO:Traditional to and including SMFWO. Meritan offers services tochildren birth thru 18 who have behavioral as well as mental healthissue. We specialize in teens, siblings groups and medically fragilechildren. Resource Parents and referral sources have access 24/7for case management support. Meritan is approved by nationalboard on accreditation (COA) (Council on Accreditation). We werereaccredited effective February 10, 2009 via a review conductedJanuary 25, 28, 2009. We are members GAHSC (Georgia Associationof Homes and Services) and FFTA (Foster Family Based TreatmentAssociation)

Counties Served: BALDWIN,BIBB,CRAWFORD,CRISP,FULTON,HENRY,HOUSTON,LAMAR,LAURENS,PEACH,PIKE,ROCKDALE,SPALDING,TAYLOR,WALTON,WILKINSON


403



Age/IQ/Gender Notes:Any







404

DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile Methodist Home for Children & Youth,The Macon - CPA Administrative Site(748) Site Address: 116 Pierce Avenue

Macon, GA 31204 County: BIBB (Region 6) Phone: 478-751-2800Admissions: 478-464-3010After Hours:Director: Steve Rumford

[email protected]




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Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountDirector 1 Executive Director 1HSP (Human Services Professional) 1 President 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 between the ages of12 & 17. We provide services to children in need of emergencyplacements as well as longer term placements.

Counties Served: BALDWIN


DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile Morningstar Children and Family ServicesFoster Care Services - Brunswick (765) SiteAddress:

3596 Darien Highway, Suite 3 Brunswick, GA 31525

County: GLYNN (Region 12) Phone: 912-267-3700Admissions: 912-267-3701AfterHours:Director: Wells Kilgore

[email protected]

License Type: CPA Vendor ID: 53071Opened: 2000 SHINES Resource ID: 11303343OPM Team: Red Accreditation Status: CARF



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Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountAdministrative Assistant 1 Family Service Worker 1Program Director 1


Program DescriptionThe child placing agency provider foster care services to childrenin DFCS custody. Specialized services include in-homesupervision, coordination of services, crisis intervention, 24/7support for foster parents, and training. The mission ofMorningstar Children and Family Services, Inc is to serve childrenand families by providing a continuum of superior quality,outcome focused, preventative and therapeutic services, in asteadfast effort to give children and families the care and supportnecessary to improve life! Morningstar operates thre Foster Careprograms. These programs are located in Brunswick, Georgia,West Point, Georgia and Flowery Branch Georgia. TheTherapeutic Foster Care programs serve children and adolescentswho do not require institutional care and can benefit fromcommunity based treatment.

Counties 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 Multi-Agency Alliance for Children (MAAC)Network of Approved Provider Agencies(767) Site Address: 100 Edgewood Avenue, Suite

810 Atlanta, GA 30303

County: FULTON (Region 14) Phone: 404-880-9323Admissions:After Hours:Director: Heather Rowles

[email protected]

License Type: CPA Vendor ID: 35483Opened: 1996 SHINES Resource ID: 8507376OPM Team: Accreditation Status: N/A

Placements as of 12/5/12Total Children: 84MAAC Children: 84# Open FosterHomes:Capacity:% Capacity: N/A

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Program Designations Rate

Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountExecutive Director 1 HSP (Human Services Professional) 2Program Director 1 Program Manager 1Supervisor 1

Placement Types Accepted Program DescriptionA collaboration/network of seven agencies that work together toprovide placements and wrap around support for youth.

Counties Served:




Age/IQ/Gender Notes:The majority of our partnering agencies require a minimum IQ of 70; Agesfrom 3 to 21







DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile Murphy-Harpst Children's CentersMurphy-Harpst CPA (769) Site Address: 740 Fletcher St.

Cedartown, GA 30125 County: POLK (Region 3) Phone: 770-748-1500Admissions: 770-748-0686 ext 202After Hours: Emergency Oncall

770-362-9997Director: Karen Gibson

[email protected]

License Type: CPA Vendor ID: 35485Opened: 1987 SHINES Resource ID: 8507378OPM Team: Red Accreditation Status: JCAHO



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Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountCEO 1 Case Manager 5Director 1 Executive Director 1Supervisor 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 MaximumRoom, Board and Watchful Oversight Residential Services,Therapeutic Foster Care, and Core Outpatient Services.

Counties Served: BARTOW,CARROLL,DOUGLAS,FLOYD,GORDON,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 themselves back intofoster care on their 18th birthday provided they were already placed in ourprogram. Children with IQ's lower than 60 will be evaluated on a case by casebasis.


√ 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 National Youth Advocate ProgramAugusta (683) Site Address: 608 Broad Street

Augusta, GA 30901 County: RICHMOND (Region 7) Phone: 706-724-4387Admissions: 706-724-4386After Hours: Central Reception

877-692-7226Director:




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


Program DescriptionProvide therapeutic homes for children ages 0-21 needing out ofhome care. Accept referrals from DFCS and DJJ.

Counties Served: COLUMBIA,RICHMOND


DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile National Youth Advocate Program East Point (4389) Site Address: 1513 E. Cleveland Avenue,Suite 206-A

East Point, GA 30344 County: FULTON (Region 14) Phone: (404) 761-7997Admissions: 877-692-7226After Hours: Central Reception

877-692-7226Director:



DHS Region & County

Performance Based PlacementScores (FY13)Q1: 69.93% (D+) Q2:Q3:Q4:


Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountAdministrative Assistant 1 Case Manager 3Coordinator of Educational Services 1 Intake Worker 1Program Director 1 Recruiter and Training Coordinator 1


Program DescriptionNational Youth Advocate Program provides therapeutic fosterhomes to children ages 0-21 needing out of home care. This ChildPlacing Agency (CPA) accepts DFACS and DJJ children.

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


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DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile Neighbor to Family Chatham County(4960) Site Address: 801 Green St.

Augusta, GA 30901 County: RICHMOND (Region 7) Phone: 706-396-2180Admissions: 706-396-2180After Hours: Monique Brabham

762-215-0378Director: Monique Brabham

[email protected]




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Program Designations RateTRAD,BWO,MWO $89.50

Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountAdministrative Assistant 1 Executive Director 1Family Service Worker 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 forchildren by engaging biological parents, when appropriate, inactivities involved in caring for their children to improvesprospects of reunification.

Counties Served: CHATHAM,COLUMBIA,RICHMOND




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 Douglas County(1033) Site Address: 2075 W Park Pl.

Suite D Stone Mountain, GA30087

County: DEKALB (Region 14) Phone: 770-465-5170Admissions: 770-465-5170After Hours: Keita Evans

678-677-4995Director: Keita Evans

[email protected]




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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.Special emphasis is given to achieving permanency goals forchildren within 12 months of placement.

Counties Served: CLAYTON,COBB,DEKALB,GWINNETT







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 Gwinnett County (1032) Site Address: 2075 W Park Pl.

Suite D Stone Mountain, GA30087

County: DEKALB (Region 14) Phone: 770-465-5170Admissions: 770-465-5170After Hours: Keita Evans


[email protected]




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


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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


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DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile Neighbor to Family Henry County (1035) Site Address: 3000 Corporate Center Dr.

Suite 340 Morrow, GA 30260 County: CLAYTON (Region 13) Phone: 770-465-5170Admissions: 770-465-5170After Hours: Keita Evans


[email protected]




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Counties Served: CLAYTON,HENRY









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 Richmond County(1034) Site Address: 801 Green St.

Augusta, GA 30901 County: RICHMOND (Region 7) Phone: 706-396-2180Admissions: 706-396-2180After Hours: Monique Brabham

762-215-0378Director: Monique Brabham

[email protected]

License Type: CPA Vendor ID: 35506Opened: SHINES Resource ID: 8536369OPM Team: Green Accreditation Status: N/A



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Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountAdministrative Assistant 1 Director 1Family Service Worker 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 birthparents and relatives. We provide educational support, completeComprehensive Child & Family Assessments and lead FamilyTeam Meetings.

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 Changing Network,Inc. (979) Site Address: 3120 Stonecrest Blvd.

Suite 100 Lithonia, GA 30038 County: DEKALB (Region 14) Phone: 404-298-0888Admissions: 404-298-0888After Hours: Nicole Harris

404-298-0888Director: Nicole Harris

[email protected]




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Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountUnassigned 1 CEO 1Case Manager 3 Clinical Director 1Executive Director 1 Family Services Coordinator 2Intake Worker 1 Program Manager 1Quality Assurance Administrator 1


Program DescriptionNew Beginnings, Life Changing Network’s vision is to provideyouth and their families with an array of services by partneringwith the community to give them a chance at a successful future.This will be accomplished by meeting basic needs, which willenable them to concentrate on education, and future goals forthemselves and their families. We will provide support from aholistic perspective by partnering with families and communityresources for the best success possible.

Counties Served: CLAYTON,DEKALB,FULTON,GWINNETT,ROCKDALE,WALTON




Age/IQ/Gender Notes:The children served by the New Beginnings, Life Changing Network are youngteen mothers with babies and emergency placements for 60 to 90 days ofintense evaluation. The children served will be of varied ages (0-18), includingchildren with special emotional needs. All children are referred to NBN by thelocal county Department of Family and 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 Services BoardNew Horizons (877) Site Address: 2100 Comer Ave.

Columbus, GA 31904 County: MUSCOGEE (Region 8) Phone: 706-323-0057Admissions: 706-323-0057After Hours: Key Wheeler

706-249-0975Director: Sherman Whitfield

[email protected]

License Type: CPA Vendor ID: 35508Opened: 1980 SHINES Resource ID: 8507394OPM Team: Red Accreditation Status: CARF



DHS Region & County



Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountAdministrative Assistant 1 Child Care Worker 1Clinical Director 1 Executive Director 1Program Manager 1


Program DescriptionNew Horizons child placing agency accepts children whose needsmay rise to moderate to serious that may include behavioralissues accessible to core services in the same agency.







√ 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 New Horizons Initiatives, Inc. (968) Site Address: 3114 Augusta Tech Drive

Suite 102 Augusta, GA 30906 County: RICHMOND (Region 7) Phone: 706-449-1972Admissions:After Hours:Director: Yolanda Jones

[email protected]




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Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountDirector 1


Program Description

Counties Served: COLUMBIA,MCDUFFIE,NEWTON,RICHMOND






√ 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 Omni Visions, Inc. (formerly PhoenixHomes) (4934) Site Address: 2200 Northlake Parkway

Suite 320 Tucker, GA 30084 County: GWINNETT (Region 15) Phone: 678-436-5812Admissions: 678-596-3437After Hours: Rotating Intake Worker

770-807-2698Director: Eric Strickland

[email protected]




DHS Region & County



Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountUnassigned 1 Administrative Assistant 1CEO 1 Case Manager 3Director 1 Executive Director 1Program Director 1 Program Manager 1Quality Assurance Administrator 2 Recruiter and Training Coordinator 1Regional Director 1 VP/COO 1


Program DescriptionOmni Visions, Inc. stresses a strong initial matching process.Foster parents are provided all available information on the childand family, with an initial outline of expectations of the fosterfamily, birth/relative family involvement, and behavioral/psychological needs of the child and family. Omni Visions, Inc.uses a strength-based model for foster parents and children inmatching and setting initial goals. Targeted and child specifictraining is provided prior to or at placement and is ongoing. Staffuses a variety of assessment tools for matching purposesincluding: clinical interviews, 100 point evaluation, foster parentstrength and need assessment, cultural awareness and treatmen

Counties Served: CLAYTON,COBB,DEKALB,FORSYTH,FULTON,GWINNETT,HALL,NEWTON




Age/IQ/Gender Notes:We accept both genders.



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




DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile Omni Visions, Inc. College Park (5119) Site Address: 1581 Phoenix Blvd.Suite 7

College Park, GA 30349 County: CLAYTON (Region 13) Phone: 678-369-2006Admissions: 678-596-3437After Hours: Rotating on call person


[email protected]




DHS Region & County



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


Program DescriptionOmni Visions, Inc. stresses a strong initial matching process.Foster parents are provided all available information on the childand family, with an initial outline of expectations of the fosterfamily, birth/relative family involvement, and behavioral/psychological needs of the child and family. Omni Visions, Inc.uses a strength-based model for foster parents and children inmatching and setting initial goals. Targeted and child specifictraining is provided prior to or at placement and is ongoing. Staffuses a variety of assessment tools for matching purposesincluding: clinical interviews, 100 point evaluation, foster parentstrength and need assessment, cultural awareness and treatmen

Counties Served: CLAYTON,COBB,COWETA,CRAWFORD,DOUGLAS,FAYETTE,FULTON,HENRY,PAULDING




Age/IQ/Gender Notes:All



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




DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile Omni Visions, Inc. Ringgold (5121) Site Address: 7831 Nashville Street

Suite 106 Ringgold, GA 30736 County: CATOOSA (Region 1) Phone: 706-383-7611Admissions: 706-383-7611After Hours: Amy Irvin


[email protected]




DHS Region & County



Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountUnassigned 2 CEO 1Program Director 1 Regional Director 1


Program DescriptionOmni Visions, Inc. emphasizes a strong initial matching process.Foster parents are provided all available information on the childand family, with an initial outline of expectations of the fosterfamily, birth/relative family involvement, and behavioral/psychological needs of the child and family. Omni Visions, Inc.uses a strength-based model for foster parents and children inmatching and setting initial treatment goals. Targeted and childspecific training is provided prior to or at placement and isongoing. Staff uses a variety of assessment tools for matchingpurposes including: clinical interviews, 100 point evaluation,foster parent strength and need assessment, cultural awareness

Counties Served: CATOOSA,WALKER,WHITFIELD







Program ServicesCore Services/MRO Provider: N Lookout Mountain Community 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 Trinity J and D, LLC Trinity J and D, LLC(980) Site Address: 7805 Waters Avenue

Suite 6B Savannah, GA 31406 County: CHATHAM (Region 12) Phone: 912-443-3799Admissions: 912-443-3799After Hours: Janice Miller-Walker

912-443-3799Director: Janice Miller-Walker

[email protected]




DHS Region & County


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

Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountAdministrative Assistant 1 Case Manager 4HSP (Human Services Professional) 1 Program Director 1


Program DescriptionChild Placing Agency, securing foster homes for children inGeorgia State Custody.

Counties Served: BULLOCH,CANDLER,CHATHAM,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 Foster Care(932) Site Address: 99 Johnson Street

LaGrange, GA 30241 County: TROUP (Region 4) Phone: 706-884-1717Admissions: 706-298-2157After Hours: Scotty Alexander

706-884-1717 ext.114Director: Mike Angstadt

[email protected]

License Type: CPA Vendor ID: 35611Opened: 2005 SHINES Resource ID: 8507470OPM Team: Red Accreditation Status: COA



DHS Region & County



Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountDirector 2 Executive Director 1Social Worker 1 Supervisor 2


Program DescriptionTwin Cedars Youth Services CPA is a new community-basedprogram for children and youth, whose special needs andchallenges can best be met in a professional, well-trained fosterhome. Services are delivered through a Child and Family PlanningTeam, which is made up of the child or youth, foster parents,child's family, CPA staff, and agency and communityrepresentatives. CPA team members work together in fullpartnership to allow children to benefit from the richness andnormalizing influence of a home environment andcommunity-based setting while receiving treatment and clinicalservices appropriate to their needs. Program supports includefamily therapy, development of individual resour

Counties Served: CARROLL,COWETA,FULTON,HEARD,MERIWETHER,MUSCOGEE,TROUP




Age/IQ/Gender Notes:n/a



Program ServicesCore Services/MROProvider: N

Twin Cedars Coleman Community Center (LaGrange) & Dorthy Wells Knight CommunityCounseling Center (Columbus)





DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile United Methodist Children Home of theNorth GA Conference (847) Site Address: 500 South Columbia Dr.


404-518-5637Director:

License Type: CPA Vendor ID: 45624Opened: 1972 SHINES Resource ID: 8507482

OPM Team: Green Accreditation Status: OtherCOA



DHS Region & County



Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountAdministrative Assistant 1 Director 1HSP (Human Services Professional) 4 House Parent 1Program Director 1 Recruiter and Training Coordinator 1Supervisor 1


Program DescriptionThe mission of the United Methodist Children’s Home is toprovide redemptive, healing services that bring meaningfulchange to the lives of children and families. Grounded byscripture and the tradition of the church, we seek to bring thewholeness of God’s love to persons through Christ. UMCH's longestablished foster care program continues to provide homes forchildren in need throughout the Atlanta metro area. Serviceshave been delivered, primarily, through our central office at500 Columbia Drive in Decatur. In 2011, we began servingchildren through our Gainesville district office, PO Box Box1746, Gainesville, GA 30503. Also, in 2011, a plan wasdeveloped to enhance our foster-to-ad

Counties Served: CLAYTON,COBB,DEKALB,FAYETTE,GWINNETT,HALL,HENRY,JACKSON,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 Services

Core Services/MROProvider: N

We partner with DFCS in choosing a provider that matches the child's needs. Agencies that haveserved our children include Family Works, Attachment and Bonding Center, and Chris Kids. CarolStubbs, 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 isprovided to UMCH foster parents


DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile Universal Health Services of SavannahCoastal Harbor Families (990) Site Address: 1150 Cornell Avenue

Savannah, GA 31406 County: CHATHAM (Region 12) Phone: 912-354-3911Admissions: 912-856-9289After Hours: Venessa Collins-Smith

912-856-9289Director: Ray Heckerman

[email protected]




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Title/Position Staff Count Title/Position Staff CountCEO 1 Case Manager 3Clinical Director 1 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 ofFamily and Children Services or the Department of JuvenileJustice. Our foster care program specializes in providing anurturing and stable family environment to youth experiencingmoderate to severe mental health issues that are in need ofaddressing significant problems with living. We provideone-on-one positive behavioral supports geared towards youthstepping down from a hospital setting or to prevent placementinto a high level group home. Our “specialty mental healthservices” are designed to addre

Counties Served: BULLOCH,CHATHAM,GLYNN,MCINTOSH,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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DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management RBWO Provider Profile Guide

Appendix A - CCI Index by DFCS Region

Provider - CCI Site County Page

Region 1

Carl Malone Foundation, Inc. - Mercy's Door I (993) - CCI WHITFIELD 29

Carl Malone Foundation, Inc. - Mercy's Door II (994) - CCI WHITFIELD 31

Carl Malone Foundation, Inc. - Mercy's Door III (1041) - CCI WHITFIELD 33

Family Crisis Center of Walker, Dade, Catoosa, Chattooga Counties - The Cottage (645) - CCI WALKER 103

Family Support Council - Oak Haven Second Chance Home (646) - CCI WHITFIELD 105

Georgia Sheriff's Youth Home - dba Cherokee Estate (677) - CCI WHITFIELD 131

Georgia Sheriff's Youth Home - dba Mountainview (963) - CCI MURRAY 135

Mountain Top Boys' Home, Inc. - (888) - CCI GORDON 203

Northwest Georgia Girls Home - (779) - CCI WHITFIELD 217

Region 2

Bald Ridge Lodge, Inc. - Bald Ridge Lodge (4124) - CCI FORSYTH 21

Jesse's House - (614) - CCI FORSYTH 167

Rainbow Children's Home - (809) - CCI LUMPKIN 241

Region 3

Advocates for Bartow's Children - Flowering Branch Children's Shelter (564) - CCI BARTOW 3

Ark Family Counseling Center, The - Ricky Homes/Dallas (569) - CCI PAULDING 11

Chestnut Manor - (581) - CCI DOUGLAS 49

CHRIS Kids, Inc. - Douglas (598) - CCI DOUGLAS 53

Foundation Group Home, Inc. - CCI (992) - CCI HARALSON 107

Goshen Valley Foundation - dba Goshen Valley Boy's Ranch (687) - CCI CHEROKEE 139

Goshen Valley Foundation - New Beginnings House of Hope (5130) - CCI CHEROKEE 141

Murphy-Harpst Children's Centers - (770) - CCI POLK 207

My House Ministry, Inc. - (630) - CCI CHEROKEE 209

North Georgia Angel House - (925) - CCI CHEROKEE 213

North Georgia Angel House - ILP (5126) - CCI CHEROKEE 215

Open Door Home - Boys Annex Long Term Program (940) - CCI FLOYD 223

Open Door Home - Boys ILP (5132) - CCI FLOYD 225

Open Door Home - Girls Annex Long Term Program (939) - CCI FLOYD 227

Open Door Home - Girls ILP (5131) - CCI FLOYD 229

Our House for Kids - (792) - CCI HARALSON 231

Youth Villages (Inner Harbour Campus) - Douglas Center: Girls (624) - CCI DOUGLAS 323

Youth Villages (Inner Harbour Campus) - EXCEL Program: Boys (1027) - CCI DOUGLAS 325

Region 4

Beth-Ester Ministries - dba Restoration House 1 (817) - CCI COWETA 25

Dream House Youth Services, Inc. (formerly Ctr for Creative Growth & Human Dvlpmt) - House of Job (4582) - CCI TROUP 79

Dream House Youth Services, Inc. (formerly Ctr for Creative Growth & Human Dvlpmt) - House of Samuel (4581) - CCI TROUP 81

Dream House Youth Services, Inc. (formerly Ctr for Creative Growth & Human Dvlpmt) - Lighthouse (956) - CCI TROUP 83

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Georgia Baptist Children's Home & Family Ministries - Alice's House (663) - CCI CARROLL 111

Georgia Baptist Children's Home & Family Ministries - Angel's House (657) - CCI COWETA 113

Georgia Baptist Children's Home & Family Ministries - dba Good Shepherd The (685) - CCI MERIWETHER 117

Georgia Baptist Children's Home & Family Ministries - Fayette Program: Johnson Home (660) - CCI FAYETTE 119

Georgia Baptist Children's Home & Family Ministries - Meansville Campus (666) - CCI PIKE 123

Georgia Sheriff's Youth Home - dba Pineland (679) - CCI TROUP 137

Kidspeace - Bowdon Residential Campus (715) - CCI CARROLL 171

Roosevelt Wilderness Camp - Roosevelt Wilderness Camp - Outdoor Therapeutic Program (883) - CCI MERIWETHER 255

Twin Cedars Youth Services - Annette Boyd Group Home (838) - CCI TROUP 293

Twin Cedars Youth Services - Bradfield Center (846) - CCI TROUP 295

Twin Cedars Youth Services - Connections (837) - CCI TROUP 297

Twin Cedars Youth Services - Magnolia Second Chance Home (844) - CCI TROUP 299

Westlake Investments, LLC - Westlake Estates, LLC (1001) - CCI BUTTS 319

Region 5

Alcove, The - (565) - CCI WALTON 7

Region 6

Family Community Care Centers - (formerly Faith Child Caring Centers) (634) - CCI HOUSTON 101

Genesis House for Homeless, Inc. - (654) - CCI HOUSTON 109

Hephzibah Children's Home - (695) - CCI BIBB 157

Hephzibah Children's Home - dba Elizabeth Home (696) - CCI BIBB 159

Hephzibah Children's Home - Second Chance Home (4625) - CCI BIBB 161

Methodist Home for Children & Youth, The - Macon (754) - CCI BIBB 195

Methodist Home for Children & Youth, The - STARS Program (753) - CCI BIBB 199

Twin Cedars Youth Services (formerly Georgia Industrial Children's Home) - Campus of Twin Cedar Youth Service (4340) - CCI BIBB 289

Region 7

Broken Shackle Ranch - (576) - CCI WASHINGTON 27

Psychiatric Solutions (formerly HHC Augusta) - Lighthouse of Augusta (726) - CCI RICHMOND 239

Region 8

Mentoring Youth Services - (5122) - CCI MUSCOGEE 185

Methodist Home for Children & Youth, The - Arabella (1016) - CCI HARRIS 187

Methodist Home for Children & Youth, The - dba Americus Group Home (749) - CCI SUMTER 189

Methodist Home for Children & Youth, The - Our House at Carpenter's Way Ranch (1015) - CCI HARRIS 197

Res-Care, Inc. (formerly Alternative Youth Services, Inc.) - dba Georgia Center for Youth (667) - CCI TAYLOR 253

Twin Cedars Youth Services - Anne Elizabeth Shepherd (835) - CCI MUSCOGEE 291

Twin Cedars Youth Services - Reality House (841) - CCI MUSCOGEE 301

Twin Cedars Youth Services - Weracoba Second Chance Home (937) - CCI MUSCOGEE 303

Region 9

Georgia Baptist Children's Home & Family Ministries - Baxley Campus (664) - CCI APPLING 115

Georgia Sheriff's Youth Home - dba Herrington Homes (678) - CCI EMANUEL 133

HARP Foundation, Inc. - Vidalia Campus (693) - CCI TOOMBS 153

Region 10

Open Arms - Bridge I - Miller Rd. (787) - CCI LEE 219

Refuge House, The - (945) - CCI SEMINOLE 251

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Star Island - (1021) - CCI MITCHELL 265

Vashti Center, The - (852) - CCI THOMAS 311

Region 11

Behavioral Health Services of South GA - dba Lowndes C & A North Point Group Home (Valdosta) (866) - CCI LOWNDES 23

Georgia Sheriff's Youth Home - dba Boys Ranch (676) - CCI LOWNDES 129

HARP Foundation, Inc. - Douglas Campus (1022) - CCI COFFEE 151

Methodist Home for Children & Youth, The - dba Valdosta Group Home (752) - CCI LOWNDES 193

Raintree Village - Lowndes County (811) - CCI LOWNDES 245

Raintree Village - Second Chance (4587) - CCI LOWNDES 247

Raintree Village - Teen Development (4586) - CCI LOWNDES 249

Region 12

Deloach Group Home - (619) - CCI LONG 75

Greenbriar Children's Center - (688) - CCI CHATHAM 143

Greenbriar Children's Center - ILP Program (5118) - CCI CHATHAM 145

Joseph's Home for Boys - (713) - CCI BULLOCH 169

Liberty County Children's Home - dba Gabriel's House (725) - CCI LIBERTY 173

Methodist Home for Children & Youth, The - dba St. Marys Group Home (750) - CCI CAMDEN 191

Morningstar Children and Family Services - Morningstar Youth Estate Center-Residential Program (764) - CCI GLYNN 201

Open Arms Children's Network - dba Ordered Steps Home for Girls (4320) - CCI BULLOCH 221

Park Place Outreach (formerly Marshland Foundation) - (732) - CCI CHATHAM 233

Safe Harbor Children's Center, Inc. - (820) - CCI GLYNN 257

Safe Harbor Children's Center, Inc. - Hamer House (4958) - CCI GLYNN 259

Smith Group Home - (824) - CCI LONG 263

Treutlen House at New Ebenezer, Inc. - (4228) - CCI EFFINGHAM 275

Region 13

A Friend's House - (563) - CCI HENRY 1

Ascension Homes - Ellenwood (572) - CCI CLAYTON 19

CHRIS Kids, Inc. - Ellenwood (599) - CCI CLAYTON 55

Elks Aidmore Children's Center - (628) - CCI ROCKDALE 85

Elks Aidmore Children's Center - Transitional Living Program (629) - CCI ROCKDALE 87

Embracing Arms - (944) - CCI CLAYTON 89

House of Dawn - Second Chance Home (918) - CCI CLAYTON 163

House of Inspiration - (706) - CCI CLAYTON 165

Little Debbie's Second Chance Home, Inc. - Ellenwood Second Chance Home (966) - CCI CLAYTON 177

Rainbow House Emergency Shelter for Children - (810) - CCI CLAYTON 243

Stroman Account & Property - dba My Sister's Keeper (892) - CCI CLAYTON 267

Region 14

Agape Behavioral Healthcare, Inc. - (694) - CCI DEKALB 5

Alyssa and Brothers, Inc. - dba Rowley Residence #2 (908) - CCI DEKALB 9

Ark Family Counseling Center, The - Ricky Homes/Decatur (571) - CCI DEKALB 13

Ark Family Counseling Center, The - Ricky Homes/Lithonia (591) - CCI DEKALB 15

Carrie Steele-Pitts Home, Inc. - (577) - CCI DEKALB 35

Carrie Steele-Pitts Home, Inc. - Independent Living (5129) - CCI DEKALB 37

Celine's Place - (884) - CCI DEKALB 39

CHRIS Kids, Inc. - Dekalb (597) - CCI DEKALB 51

CHRIS Kids, Inc. - Fulton (601) - CCI FULTON 57

CHRIS Kids, Inc. - Rock Shadow (617) - CCI DEKALB 61

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CHRIS Kids, Inc. - Sherwood (604) - CCI DEKALB 63

CHRIS Kids, Inc. - Stephenson (605) - CCI DEKALB 65

CHRIS Kids, Inc. - Summit Trail Boys ILP (4675) - CCI DEKALB 67

CHRIS Kids, Inc. - Summit Trail Girls ILP (4674) - CCI FULTON 69

CHRIS Kids, Inc. - Summit Trail- Second Chance (5110) - CCI DEKALB 71

Christian City Home for Children - (585) - CCI FULTON 73

Families First - Cherokee Boys Group Home (637) - CCI DEKALB 91

Families First - College Park Boys Group Home (638) - CCI FULTON 93

Families First - Second Chance Home (642) - CCI FULTON 97

Families First - Transitional Living Program (643) - CCI FULTON 99

Georgia Baptist Children's Home & Family Ministries - Maternity Home (662) - CCI FULTON 121

Georgia Baptist Children's Home & Family Ministries - Palmetto Campus (864) - CCI FULTON 127

Little Debbie's Second Chance Home, Inc. - dba Ida's Cove III (5111) - CCI DEKALB 175

Little Debbie's Second Chance Home, Inc. - II / ILP (1042) - CCI DEKALB 179

Little Debbie's Second Chance Home, Inc. - ILP (967) - CCI DEKALB 181

Little Debbie's Second Chance Home, Inc. - Joseph Ladder (5133) - CCI DEKALB 183

Multi-Agency Alliance for Children (MAAC) - Network of Approved Provider Agencies (768) - CCI DEKALB 205

New Life Beginning Maternity Home - (926) - CCI DEKALB 211

Positive Growth - Ponce De Leon Ave. (795) - CCI DEKALB 235

Positive Growth - Ponce de Leon Ave. II (955) - CCI DEKALB 237

Sheila's Group Home, Inc. - (5115) - CCI FULTON 261

Tapestry Youth Ministries - dba Fairburn Second Chance Home (924) - CCI FULTON 269

Tapestry Youth Ministries - Second Chance - College Park (825) - CCI FULTON 271

Tapestry Youth Ministries - Teen Parents Program (4817) - CCI FULTON 273

Turning Point Homes - Ahmonie's Cottage (1003) - CCI DEKALB 277

Turning Point Homes - Callahan's Cottage (828) - CCI FULTON 279

Turning Point Homes - Francois Cottage (829) - CCI DEKALB 281

Turning Point Homes - Independent Living Program (832) - CCI DEKALB 283

Turning Point Homes - Joshua Cottage I (830) - CCI DEKALB 285

Turning Point Homes - Turning Point Cottage (833) - CCI DEKALB 287

United Methodist Children Home of the North GA Conference - Independent Living Program (4428) - CCI DEKALB 305

United Methodist Children Home of the North GA Conference - On-Campus Transitional Living Program (Hybrid) (849) - CCI DEKALB 307

United Methodist Children Home of the North GA Conference - Second Chance (5123) - CCI DEKALB 309

Vision Youth Services - Boys (5125) - CCI DEKALB 313

Vision Youth Services - Girls (5124) - CCI DEKALB 315

Visions of Hope for Boys - (978) - CCI DEKALB 317

Young Adult Guidance Center, The - (860) - CCI FULTON 321

Region 15

Ark Family Counseling Center, The - Ricky Homes/Powder Springs (570) - CCI COBB 17

Center for Children and Young Adults, The - Another Chance (578) - CCI COBB 41

Center for Children and Young Adults, The - Life Works (formerly Turning Point) (580) - CCI COBB 43

Center for Children and Young Adults, The - Life Works Prep (5114) - CCI COBB 45

Center for Children and Young Adults, The - Open Gate (579) - CCI COBB 47

CHRIS Kids, Inc. - Gwinnett (602) - CCI GWINNETT 59

A-5

Devereux GA Treatment Network - Project Plus (4429) - CCI COBB 77

Families First - Gwindale Girls Group Home (640) - CCI GWINNETT 95

Georgia Baptist Children's Home & Family Ministries - Nelson Price (4508) - CCI COBB 125

Gwinnett Children's Shelter - (690) - CCI GWINNETT 147

Gwinnett Children's Shelter - Adolescent Boys Teen Development Program (1012) - CCI GWINNETT 149

Haven Heart's Community Development Center - Haven Heart's Community Development Center (921) - CCI COBB 155

B-1

DHS, DFCS, Office of Provider Management

RBWO Provider Profile Guide

Appendix B - CPA Index by DFCS Region

Provider - CPA Site County Page

Region 1

Lighthouse Therapeutic Foster Care - (727) - CPA CATOOSA 377

Lookout Mountain Community Services Board - TREK Program (876) - CPA CATOOSA 379

Omni Visions, Inc. - Ringgold (5121) - CPA CATOOSA 441

Region 3

Lutheran Services of Georgia - Lutheran of Rome (4381) - CPA FLOYD 385

Meritan, Inc. d/b/a Meritan Stepping Stones - Cartersville (680) - CPA BARTOW 401

Murphy-Harpst Children's Centers - Murphy-Harpst CPA (769) - CPA POLK 411

Region 4

Georgia Baptist Children's Home & Family Ministries - Fayette Program: Grace for

Children (1024) - CPA FAYETTE 365

Twin Cedars Youth Services - Foster Care (932) - CPA TROUP 445

Region 5

All God's Children - (861) - CPA OCONEE 327

Mentor Network - Mentor Athens (734) - CPA OCONEE 391

Region 6

ENA, Inc., dba NECCO (formerly GA SAFE) - Macon (675) - CPA HOUSTON 355

Mentor Network - Mentor Macon (740) - CPA BIBB 397

Meritan, Inc. d/b/a Meritan Stepping Stones - Macon (682) - CPA BIBB 403

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

CPA BIBB 405

Region 7

ENA, Inc., dba NECCO (formerly GA SAFE) - Martinez (673) - CPA COLUMBIA 357

Mentor Network - Mentor Augusta (737) - CPA COLUMBIA 395

National Youth Advocate Program - Augusta (683) - CPA RICHMOND 413

Neighbor to Family - Chatham County (4960) - CPA RICHMOND 417

Neighbor to Family - Richmond County (1034) - CPA RICHMOND 429

New Horizons Initiatives, Inc. - (968) - CPA RICHMOND 435

Region 8

Benchmark Family Services, Inc - Columbus (5113) - CPA MUSCOGEE 331

Bethany Christian Services - Columbus (574) - CPA MUSCOGEE 337

New Horizons Community Services Board - New Horizons (877) - CPA MUSCOGEE 433

Region 10

ENA, Inc., dba NECCO (formerly GA SAFE) - Albany (672) - CPA DOUGHERTY 351

Lutheran Services of Georgia - Lutheran of Albany (731) - CPA DOUGHERTY 381

Mentor Network - Mentor Albany (733) - CPA DOUGHERTY 389

Region 11

Choices for Life Foster Care - Valdosta (943) - CPA LOWNDES 341

Region 12

Lutheran Services of Georgia - Lutheran of Savannah (730) - CPA CHATHAM 387

Mentor Network - Mentor Savannah (742) - CPA CHATHAM 399

B-2

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

GLYNN 407

Trinity J and D, LLC - Trinity J and D, LLC (980) - CPA CHATHAM 443

Universal Health Services of Savannah - Coastal Harbor Families (990) - CPA CHATHAM 449

Region 13

Benchmark Family Services, Inc - (formerly Lifeway for Youth) (973) - CPA CLAYTON 329

Elks Aidmore Children's Center - Child Placing Agency (5120) - CPA ROCKDALE 349

ENA, Inc., dba NECCO (formerly GA SAFE) - Jonesboro (4289) - CPA CLAYTON 353

Neighbor to Family - Henry County (1035) - CPA CLAYTON 427

Omni Visions, Inc. - College Park (5119) - CPA CLAYTON 439

Region 14

Bethany Christian Services - Atlanta (573) - CPA FULTON 335

Childkind, Inc - (583) - CPA DEKALB 339

Community Connections - (586) - CPA DEKALB 343

Faithbridge Foster Care - (974) - CPA FULTON 359

Families First - Foster Care Program (639) - CPA FULTON 361

Georgia Agape - (655) - CPA DEKALB 363

Georgia Parent Support Network - (670) - CPA FULTON 367

Giving Children A Chance of Georgia - (981) - CPA FULTON 369

Giving Tree, The - An Adoption Resource Center (684) - CPA DEKALB 371

Hillside - (700) - CPA FULTON 373

Laurel Heights Hospital -Universal Health - Laurel Heights CPA (722) - CPA FULTON 375

Lutheran Services of Georgia - Lutheran of Atlanta (728) - CPA FULTON 383

Mentor Network - Mentor Atlanta (736) - CPA FULTON 393

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

(767) - CPA FULTON 409

National Youth Advocate Program - East Point (4389) - CPA FULTON 415

Neighbor to Family - Dekalb County (1031) - CPA FULTON 419

Neighbor to Family - Douglas County (1033) - CPA DEKALB 421

Neighbor to Family - Fulton County (774) - CPA FULTON 423

Neighbor to Family - Gwinnett County (1032) - CPA DEKALB 425

New Beginnings, Life Changing Network, Inc. - (979) - CPA DEKALB 431

United Methodist Children Home of the North GA Conference - (847) - CPA DEKALB 447

Region 15

Benchmark Family Services, Inc - Lawrenceville (5112) - CPA GWINNETT 333

Creative Community Services - (612) - CPA GWINNETT 345

Devereux GA Treatment Network - Specialty Foster Care (621) - CPA COBB 347

Omni Visions, Inc. - (formerly Phoenix Homes) (4934) - CPA GWINNETT 437

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