Foundations for Living

Residential Treatment for Youth

Foundations for Living is a residential treatment center in Ohio, designed to meet the needs of severely troubled adolescents struggling with behavioral, emotional and psychological problems.

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Behavioral health, substance use and complex-trauma residential treatment options for adolescents.

Specialized Residential Treatment Services for Adolescents

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Mental Health and Substance Use

Visions Residential Program treats adolescents living with a psychiatric illness, chemical dependency or a dual diagnosis of both.

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Sexual Exploitation Healing

Foundations for Living provides specialized and individualized treatment services for victims of Human Trafficking and the complex trauma that can result.

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Trauma-focused Treatment

Our Passages program for trauma-focused treatment helps adolescents who are struggling with past trauma, psychiatric disorders or self-injurious behavior.

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Treatment for Pregnant Youth

Our program for pregnant adolescents provides treatment and hope for pregnant youth struggling with mental health and/or substance-related disorders.

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Programs for Adolescents

Foundations for Living offers a number of treatment services for youth ages 10 through 17.

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Education

Students attend school year-round at our on-site, state-funded middle and high school. Additionally, Foundations for Living features a library on campus.

We Can Provide the Help You Need

At Foundations for Living, we have talented, dedicated professionals who inspire youth—even those who have failed in previous programs—to shed the weight and pain of their past, lift their sights to the limitless sky…and soar.

Featured Programs:

For youth suffering from mental health issues as well as substance use, the dual diagnosis program at Foundations for Living offers integrated treatment, rehabilitation and case management in a therapeutic setting.Begin Healing Today
Our Passages Program provides a variety of services, including trauma recovery, with a strong emphasis on emotional behavior modification. Begin Healing Today
Foundations for Living provides an environment that treats the complex trauma associated with Human Trafficking. Begin Healing Today
Foundations for Living provides treatment and hope for pregnant teens who are struggling with mental health and/or substance use disorders. Youth can remain in treatment throughout the pregnancy and return to treatment after giving birth if planned.Begin Healing Today

We Welcome Referrals from Our Community Partners

Foundations for Living accepts professional referrals for all our programs. We are committed to a timely review of referrals. We pride ourselves in responding to you within 24 hours of receiving the needed information.

Explore Our Campus

Situated on 14 rolling, wooded acres in Mansfield, Ohio, Foundations for Living is a secure, residential treatment center for youth ages 10-17, with a minimum IQ of 65. Our 84-bed center is accredited by CARF and licensed to provide mental health and substance abuse/dependence treatment.

Patient Satisfaction

4.57 / 5
I knew my treatment plan goals.
4.35 / 5
I feel better now than when I was admitted
4.35 / 5
Overall I was very satisfied with my treatment

*Survey data was collected from January 2025 to June 2025 through Mental Health Outcomes, LLC, which benchmarks patient satisfaction data for over 380 psychiatric hospitals.

Patient Testimonial

I was very pleased with my stay and the changes I had during my stay at your facility.

– Former Student


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Providing Hope for Youth

If an adolescent you know is struggling and suffering, Foundations for Living is here to help. We provide residential treatment services for troubled adolescents ages 10 through 17 struggling with behavioral health, as well as several specialized services for teen girls. Call 419-589-5511 today to speak with us about how we can help.

Empathy: Supporting Healing and Trust

Empathy is at the heart of our patient-centered care, guiding how we listen, understand, and support each patient’s healing process. Learn more about our commitment to compassion and the respect we have towards all patient experiences in this short video.

Your Partner in Your Child’s Future

We can be the answer you’re looking for. Let us help your child start on the road to a more successful future.