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Children's Home of York BRIDGES Program

York, PA

SAMHSA Verified Inpatient Dual Dx Telehealth
Specializes in Trauma-Informed Adolescent · Teen

Inpatient · Dual Dx · Telehealth center · in York, PA · Accepts Medicaid · Serves adolescents, trauma survivors.

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Call helpline: +1 (205) 973-2878

What happens when you call

  • Free — no obligation to admit
  • Confidential — HIPAA + 42 CFR Part 2
  • Live person — no voicemail, 24/7
  • Insurance verified in minutes

Facility direct line available in the contact section below.

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Key takeaways for Children's Home of York BRIDGES Program

  • Inpatient · Dual Dx · Telehealth offered on-site
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • SAMHSA-verified facility (U.S. Treatment Locator listing)
  • Direct facility line available below · Helpline free & confidential 24/7
  • Located in York, PA

Always verify current programs, availability, and insurance in-network status directly with the facility or our contact details below.

About Children's Home of York BRIDGES Program

Established in 2005, BRIDGES is a year-round psychiatric day treatment program (PHP) of Children’s Home of York for youth ages 6 to 18 facing severe emotional and behavioral challenges. Designed to prevent or step down from inpatient care, it blends intensive mental health treatment with on-site academics, helping students stabilize and thrive in both health and school.
The program uses evidence-based care tailored to each child, including individual, group, and family therapy, medication management, behavior modification, and educational planning. Clinicians collaborate with certified special education staff to build each child’s care and learning plan. This ensures students receive the mental and academic support needed for recovery and growth.
Clients are supported by a dedicated team of psychiatrists, nurses, therapists, and educators who work closely with families. BRIDGES offers a safe, structured space for healing and learning, empowering each child to rebuild emotional strength and return to daily life with new tools and confidence.

Classified as residential treatment center (rtc) for children. private non-profit organization. Primary focus: mental health treatment, treatment for co-occurring substance use plus either serious mental health illness in adults/serious emotional disturbance in children.

This listing is sourced from the SAMHSA Behavioral Health Treatment Services Locator. Data last synced: June 2026. Always verify current programs and insurance directly with the facility.

Children's Home of York BRIDGES Program at a Glance

Programs, populations, and payments verified via SAMHSA Treatment Locator.

Levels of care

Inpatient · Dual Dx · Telehealth

Service settings

Residential/24-hour residential

Therapy approaches

Activity therapy, Cognitive behavioral therapy, Couples/family therapy, Dialectical behavior therapy, Group therapy, Individual psychotherapy, Telemedicine/telehealth therapy, Abnormal involuntary movement scale

Age groups accepted

Children/Adolescents, Adults

Special populations

Clients who have experienced trauma, Persons with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), Children/adolescents with serious emotional disturbance (SED)

Emergency services

Crisis intervention team, Psychiatric emergency onsite services

Facility operation

Private non-profit organization

Insurance & Payment Accepted

Confirm in-network status before admission. Verification is free.

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Medicaid

State-administered · Nominal copay or $0

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Medicare

Parts A/B/D · ~20% coinsurance

Private insurance

Aetna · BCBS · Cigna · UHC · etc.

TRICARE / VA

Active duty · Retirees · Veterans

Self-pay / Cash

Payment plans often available

Sliding scale

Based on household income

Full payment list from SAMHSA: Medicaid; State-financed health insurance plan other than Medicaid; State mental health agency (or equivalent) funds

Contact & Location

Address

77 Shoe House Road, York, PA 17406

Facility direct line

(717) 755-1033

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Children's Home of York BRIDGES Program accept Medicaid?
Yes. According to SAMHSA data, Children's Home of York BRIDGES Program accepts Medicaid. Coverage specifics (copays, prior authorization) depend on the specific PA Medicaid plan. Call (717) 755-1033 to verify your benefits.
What level of care does Children's Home of York BRIDGES Program offer?
This facility offers: Inpatient, Dual Dx, Telehealth. Service settings include: Residential/24-hour residential. Primary focus: Mental health treatment, Treatment for co-occurring substance use plus either serious mental health illness in adults/serious emotional disturbance in children.
Does Children's Home of York BRIDGES Program have specialized programs?
Yes — this facility offers programs for: Clients who have experienced trauma, Persons with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), Children/adolescents with serious emotional disturbance (SED).
What therapy methods does Children's Home of York BRIDGES Program use?
Evidence-based approaches listed with SAMHSA: Activity therapy, Cognitive behavioral therapy, Couples/family therapy, Dialectical behavior therapy, Group therapy, Individual psychotherapy, Telemedicine/telehealth therapy, Abnormal involuntary movement scale.
How do I start treatment at Children's Home of York BRIDGES Program?
Call the facility directly at (717) 755-1033 for an intake assessment. Our free 24/7 helpline (+1 (205) 973-2878) can also help you compare programs, verify insurance, and navigate options. No physician referral is required.
Is treatment confidential?
Yes. Federal law (42 CFR Part 2) provides strict confidentiality protections for substance use treatment records — stricter than HIPAA. Records cannot be disclosed without written consent, even to family, employers, or law enforcement.
What happens when you call? (general intake process)

Most treatment centers follow a 4-step intake: (1) confidential assessment — substance history, mental health, insurance, preferences (protected by 42 CFR Part 2); (2) insurance verification — facility contacts your plan to confirm coverage and out-of-pocket costs; (3) level-of-care recommendation — clinical staff match you to detox, residential, PHP, IOP, or outpatient based on severity; (4) admission typically within 24–48 hours. Timing varies by facility and bed availability.

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Sources & References

  • SAMHSA — Behavioral Health Treatment Services Locator. Source of facility programs, services, and accepted payments.
  • SAMHSA — NSDUH, 2023.
  • CMS — Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act (MHPAEA).
  • 42 CFR Part 2 — Confidentiality of SUD Patient Records.

Facility data last synced: June 2026. Editorial policy.

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