What are Residential Placement Services?

Residential Placement Services is a program within Bay Arenac Behavioral Health that assists consumers in securing a residential placement that will provide for their identified needs, but also allow the consumer choices and opportunities within their living situation. The consumer, family, and guardians are involved to the fullest extent possible in the placement process.

Who can benefit from Residential Placement Services?

Anyone who is a resident of Bay or Arenac County and has been diagnosed with a mental health condition, who also needs out-of-home placement, may benefit from this service.

How can Residential Placement Services help an individual?

Bay Arenac Behavioral Health has a wide variety of residential options available for persons with mental illness or developmental disabilities. These services include Supported housing, Semi-Independent Apartment Program, General Foster Care Homes and Specialized Living Facilities. Residential Services Staff assist in identifying appropriate placements based on the referral information provided, and work with the consumer, their family, and staff until the placement is completed.

How can you access Residential Placement Services?

You may call (989) 895-2300 or 1-800 327-4693 for additional information about this program.

To request a service or make a referral, call the Access Alliance of Michigan (a division of Bay Arenac Behavioral Health) at 1-800-448-5498.