Referrals
Make a Referral
Overview
The Children’s Center of Ohio, LLC provides structured, therapeutic residential treatment for youth ages 8-18. Referrals are accepted from county agencies, juvenile courts, and other authorized placing entities. Our admissions team works collaboratively to ensure timely review and appropriate placement decisions.
If you know a child who may benefit from our residential treatment services, we encourage you to contact our referral team.
Referrals are reviewed Monday through Friday, and you’ll receive a timely response with our decision.
Please send all referral inquiries to: cco.referrals@gmail.com
We’re here to help children and families take the next step toward healing and growth.
Step 1: Contact Admissions
Boy's Program
Girl's Program
Step 2: Submit Referral Documentation
To ensure an efficient review process, please provide:
- Completed referral information
- Psychological and/or psychiatric evaluations
- Social and placement history
- Educational records (including IEP/504 if applicable)
- Court documentation (if applicable)
- Current medication list
- Risk assessment and safety plans
Step 3: Review & Assessment
Once documentation is received:
- The clinical and administrative team reviews the referral for proram appropriateness
- An interview (virtual or in-person) may be scheduled
- Additional documentation may be requested if needed
Placement decisions are communicated promptly following review.
Step 4: Admission Coordination
If accepted:
- Admission date is scheduled in coordination with the referring agency
- Required consents and placement agreements are completed
- Per diem billing arrangements are established with the placing agency funding source.
After Admission
- Initial assessment are completed upon intake
- An individualized Treatment Plan is developed within 14 days
- Monthly treatment reviews are conducted
- Discharge planning begins immediately to support successful transition