Residential Treatment Program
Foundations offers specialty residential programs designed to meet the complex needs of children ages 12 through 21 (when enrolled in school) who have chronic behavioral health needs and a co-occurring diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorder, Intellectual disabilities, or other neurodiversities, developmental delays, or genetic conditions. Our program is designed to safely treat children who present with unique needs oftentimes associated with neurodevelopmental disorders, such as self-injurious behavior, including head-banging, and physical aggression, including biting, by understanding behavior as a form of communication. Many of the children served in our programs have limited or no verbal communication, and utilize signs, picture exchange systems, or augmented communication devices.
Oftentimes, patients and residents have comorbid medical conditions such as seizure disorders, diabetes, or gastrointestinal problems that can be safely managed with physician and nursing oversight in a free-standing psychiatric hospital. As one of the largest inpatient hospital and residential programs in the country designed to meet the unique and complex needs of children with autism and other neurodevelopmental diagnoses, Foundations takes great pride in assuring that children can successfully access behavioral health care, medical health care, and education, in an environment that supports resilience and growth. Our inpatient and residential programs are fully accredited by The Joint Commission and licensed by the Pennsylvania Department of Human Services’ Office of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services and Office of Children, Youth, and Families.
Always Here to Help
Masters-level clinicians are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to provide a no-cost, confidential mental health assessment for your child or client. Call the Foundations Behavioral Health Clinical Assessment Center at 215-345-0444 to get started. For questions about our programs, call us or use our online contact form. In the case of a medical emergency or crisis, please dial 911 or go to the nearest emergency room.