What are Residential Placement Services?

Residential Placement is a service offered by Bay-Arenac Behavioral Health that may be available to those that meet established qualifications. The agency may be able to assist a person enrolled in services in securing a residential placement that will provide for their identified needs, but also allows the person choices and opportunities within their living situation. The person enrolled in services, family, and guardians are involved to the fullest extent possible in the placement process. Although Bay-Arenac Behavioral Health is able to assist with residential placement, keeping families together whenever possible and appropriate is a priority for Bay-Arenac Behavioral Health.

How can Residential Placement Services help an individual?

Bay Arenac Behavioral Health has a variety of residential options available for persons with mental illness and developmental disabilities. However, due to limits on space and funding, there may not be immediate availability or openings in all programs. Residential housing options include Supported Housing, Semi-Independent Apartment Program, General Foster Care Homes and Specialized Living Facilities. Residential Services Staff help assess the need for placement, assist in identifying appropriate residential settings based on the referral information provided, and work with the person, their family, and staff until the placement is completed. The goal is to place the individual, whenever possible, in the least restrictive setting based on their individual needs.

How can you access Residential Placement Services?

For more information about this program you may call (989) 895-2300 or 1-800 327-4693.

If the person requesting residential placement already is enrolled in mental health services, they may access the service by talking with their case manager or supports coordinator.