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Foundation for Living

Mansfield, OH

SAMHSA Verified Inpatient Dual Dx Telehealth

Inpatient · Dual Dx · Telehealth center · in Mansfield, OH · Accepts Medicaid · Private · TRICARE · Serves adolescents, trauma survivors.

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About Foundation for Living

This provider offers residential treatment for adolescents ages 10-17 who are struggling with mental health issues like anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). They also address substance use and complex trauma, including experiences with human trafficking and self-harm. Set on 14 peaceful, wooded acres, this center provides a safe, structured environment focused on healing and growth. Their unique programs include specialized tracks for pregnant youth and victims of sexual exploitation.
The center employs an individualized approach, tailoring therapeutic services to each youth's specific needs. They use proven methods such as cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), trauma-focused CBT, eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR), and neurofeedback. Treatment also includes individual, group, and family therapy, medication management, and specialized education focusing on self-harm triggers and emotional regulation. Their staff includes licensed psychotherapists, nurses, and psychiatrists.
Residents are provided healthy meals daily in an on-site cafeteria and are paired with roommates by age and gender. The campus features an accredited year-round school with small class sizes, smart boards, and certified teachers, allowing students to earn credits during treatment. Recreation, leisure activities, and a beauty/barber shop are also available, promoting personal wellness and a sense of normalcy.

Classified as residential treatment center (rtc) for children. private for-profit organization. Primary focus: substance use treatment, mental health treatment.

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

Quick Facts

Programs, populations, and payments verified via SAMHSA.

Level 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, Integrated Mental and Substance Use Disorder treatment, Individual psychotherapy, Telemedicine/telehealth therapy
Age groups
Children/Adolescents, Adults
Special populations
Members of military families, Clients with co-occurring mental and substance use disorders, Clients who have experienced trauma, Persons with eating disorders, Persons with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), Children/adolescents with serious emotional disturbance (SED)
Recovery supports
Housing services
Facility operation
Private for-profit organization

Insurance & Payment Accepted

Verify coverage
Medicaid
Medicare
Private insurance
TRICARE / VA
Self-pay / Cash
Sliding scale

Full list from SAMHSA: County or local government funds; Community Mental Health Block Grants; Community Service Block Grants; IHS/Tribal/Urban (ITU) funds; Medicaid; Federal military insurance (e.g., TRICARE); Other State funds; Private health insurance; State corrections or juvenile justice funds; State education agency funds; Cash or self-payment; State-financed health insurance plan other than Medicaid; State mental health agency (or equivalent) funds; State welfare or child and family services funds; U.S. Department of VA funds

Contact & Location

Address

1451 Lucas Road, Mansfield, OH 44903

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Facility direct line

(419) 589-5511

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Foundation for Living accept Medicaid?
Yes. According to SAMHSA data, Foundation for Living accepts Medicaid. Coverage specifics (copays, prior authorization) depend on the specific OH Medicaid plan. Call (419) 589-5511 to verify your benefits.
What level of care does Foundation for Living offer?
This facility offers: Inpatient, Dual Dx, Telehealth. Service settings include: Residential/24-hour residential. Primary focus: Substance use treatment, Mental health treatment, Treatment for co-occurring substance use plus either serious mental health illness in adults/serious emotional disturbance in children.
Does Foundation for Living have specialized programs?
Yes — this facility offers programs for: Members of military families, Clients with co-occurring mental and substance use disorders, Clients who have experienced trauma, Persons with eating disorders, Persons with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), Children/adolescents with serious emotional disturbance (SED).
What therapy methods does Foundation for Living use?
Evidence-based approaches listed with SAMHSA: Activity therapy, Cognitive behavioral therapy, Couples/family therapy, Dialectical behavior therapy, Group therapy, Integrated Mental and Substance Use Disorder treatment, Individual psychotherapy, Telemedicine/telehealth therapy, Abnormal involuntary movement scale.
How do I start treatment at Foundation for Living?
Call the facility directly at (419) 589-5511 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: April 2026. Editorial policy.

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