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Youth Home

Ammon, ID

SAMHSA Verified Joint Commission Inpatient Outpatient

Inpatient · Outpatient center · in Ammon, ID · Accepts Medicaid · Serves adolescents.

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About Youth Home

Youth Home, Inc., established in 1966, is a nonprofit psychiatric treatment center located in Little Rock, Arkansas. The organization is dedicated to equipping and empowering youth, adults, and families to become healthier, contributing members of the community by providing compassionate emotional and behavioral health care.
Youth Home offers a continuum of care that includes a Qualified Residential Treatment Program (QRTP) for youth in the custody of the Division of Child and Family Services (DCFS) and an Intensive Residential Treatment (IRT) Program. These programs serve adolescents aged 12 to 17 who are dealing with severe mental health challenges such as reactive attachment disorder (RAD), anxiety, depression, trauma, PTSD, ADHD/ADD, and OCD. The treatment approach incorporates an award-winning Recreational Therapy Program and an on-site educational program approved by the Arkansas Department of Education. Teens benefit from a 4 to 1 client to caregiver ratio, ensuring that they can receive individualized support.
In addition to residential services, Youth Home operates an outpatient clinic called Behavioral Health Services of Arkansas, which serves families, parents, couples, and individuals of all ages. This clinic offers a school-based therapy program to assist children whose behavioral, emotional, and social problems are affecting their academic performance. Additionally, Youth Home is accredited by The Joint Commission.

Classified as residential treatment center (rtc) for children. private for-profit organization. Primary focus: 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 · Outpatient
Service settings
Outpatient, Residential/24-hour residential
Therapy approaches
Couples/family therapy, Group therapy, Individual psychotherapy
Age groups
Children/Adolescents, Adults
Emergency services
Crisis intervention team
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: IHS/Tribal/Urban (ITU) funds; Medicaid; Cash or self-payment; State welfare or child and family services funds

Contact & Location

Address

1061 Curlew Drive, Ammon, ID 83406

Facility direct line

(501) 821-5500

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Youth Home accept Medicaid?
Yes. According to SAMHSA data, Youth Home accepts Medicaid. Coverage specifics (copays, prior authorization) depend on the specific ID Medicaid plan. Call (501) 821-5500 to verify your benefits.
What level of care does Youth Home offer?
This facility offers: Inpatient, Outpatient. Service settings include: Outpatient, Residential/24-hour residential. Primary focus: Mental health treatment.
Does Youth Home have specialized programs?
SAMHSA data does not list specialized populations. The facility may still offer specialty tracks — confirm directly.
What therapy methods does Youth Home use?
Evidence-based approaches listed with SAMHSA: Couples/family therapy, Group therapy, Individual psychotherapy.
How do I start treatment at Youth Home?
Call the facility directly at (501) 821-5500 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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