REFER A RESIDENT

Bridge the Gap Between Hospital and Home

Healthcare providers, social workers, and case managers — submit a referral in minutes. We’ll confirm bed availability within 24 hours and admit residents same or next day.

We also accept Adult Foster Care referrals for adults 18+ with intellectual disabilities, mental illness, traumatic brain injury, or physical handicaps. Contact our Admissions Department at (269) 550-0547.

WHO CAN REFER

If You Care for Housing-Unstable Patients, You Can Refer

Hospitals	Community Clinics	Social Workers
Case managers	Primary care providers	DHS / DHHS staff
Discharge planners	Care coordinators	Shelter coordinators
ER staff	Behavioral health teams	Street outreach teams
Hospitalists	Federally qualified health centers	Court & legal advocates

For Adult Foster Care: Community Mental Health Organizations, family members, guardians, and individuals seeking services directly.

RESIDENT ELIGIBILITY

Who Qualifies for Slim Haven

Ideal Candidates:

Medically stable (discharged or discharging soon)
Housing unstable, homeless, or at imminent risk
Able to perform activities of daily living with support
Willing to participate in housing plan and case management
No active substance use requiring clinical detox

We Also Accept:

Adult Foster Care Residents:

THE REFERRAL PROCESS

From Referral to Admission in Four Steps

Step 1 — Submit

Complete our secure online referral form or call us directly. Include basic patient info, medical status, and housing situation.

Step 2 — Review

Our intake team reviews within 2 hours during business hours. We verify bed availability and assess fit.

Step 3 — Confirm

We confirm acceptance within 24 hours. You'll receive an admission date, intake checklist, and contact for coordination.

Step 4 — Admit

Resident arrives same or next day. We handle intake, orientation, and immediate needs so you can focus on your next patient.

Adult Foster Care Process: Contact your local Community Mental Health Organization or call our Admissions Department at (269) 550-0547. We assess individuals on a first-come, first-served basis.

WHAT HAPPENS AFTER ADMISSION

We Handle the Rest. You Stay Informed.

Timeline	What We Do	What You Get
Day 1–3	Intake, needs assessment, stabilization	Admission confirmation
Week 1	Case management begins, benefits applications	Weekly status update
Week 2	Housing search, medical follow-ups, skills workshops	Care coordination notes
Week 3+	Permanent housing secured, transition planning	Discharge summary & housing plan
Exit	Resident moves to permanent housing with support network	Outcome report & 30-day follow-up

Adult Foster Care: Long-term residential support with person-centered plans, ADL assistance, community living supports, and ongoing 24/7 staff availability. No exit timeline — residents build lives, not just plans.

FAQ SECTION

COMMON QUESTIONS

How quickly can you admit?

Same day for urgent referrals. Standard referrals within 24–48 hours.

Do you accept patients without insurance?

Yes. We assist with benefits enrollment regardless of insurance status.

How long can a resident stay?

Typically 14 to 90 days based on individual housing plans.

What if health declines?

We monitor daily and coordinate with your team. Medical escalation available immediately.

break the cycle of discharge to distress

Whether you are a healthcare provider, a funder, a volunteer, or someone who needs help, there is a place for you in this work.

For Adult Foster Care inquiries: Call (269) 550-0547