Admissions & Referrals

Refer a client or explore placement

We work with social workers, case managers, DHS workers, and families to find the right fit. Our admissions process is straightforward — and we respond quickly.

A social worker and family member reviewing placement options together in a professional consultation

Who We Work With

Built for referral professionals

We make the referral process simple. We respond quickly, communicate clearly, and keep you informed throughout the placement.

Social Workers

DHS, MDHHS, and independent social workers placing adults in need of residential care.

Case Managers

CMH case managers, waiver coordinators, and support coordinators managing AFC placements.

Discharge Planners

Hospital and rehabilitation facility staff coordinating post-acute residential placements.

Families

Family members seeking a safe, homelike alternative to nursing facilities for a loved one.

How It Works

A clear, four-step admissions process

From first contact to move-in, we keep the process transparent and the communication consistent.

Initial contact

Call, email, or submit the referral form below. We respond within one business day to discuss the prospective resident's needs and current availability.

Needs assessment

We review the referral, medical history, and care plan. Our team determines whether our home is the right fit for the individual's level of care.

Home visit

We invite the prospective resident and their family or case manager to tour the home, meet the care team, and ask questions in person.

Placement agreement

Once all parties agree, we complete the placement paperwork, coordinate with the funding source, and set a move-in date.

Submit a Referral

Start the conversation

Fill out the form and we'll follow up within one business day. Prefer to talk first? Call us directly.

Call us directly(248) 388-5329

Micah D. Hobdy — Owner / Administrator

(248) 252-3780

Sharon D. Sharpe — Owner / Care Director

What happens next

A member of our admissions team reviews every referral within one business day and reaches out to discuss fit, availability, and next steps.

Micah D. Hobdy & Sharon D. Sharpe
Referral Form

Tell us about your client

Complete the form below and we'll be in touch within one business day to discuss placement options.

Your information
Prospective resident
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Optional — helps us prepare for our initial conversation.
Or call (248) 388-5329

Fields marked * are required. All information is kept confidential and used only for admissions purposes.

Eligibility

Who is a good fit for our home

We serve adults 18 and older whose care needs can be safely and appropriately met in a small, homelike residential setting.

  • Adults with intellectual or developmental disabilities (IDD)
  • Elderly adults who need personal care but prefer a home over a nursing facility
  • Adults with mental health diagnoses who benefit from structured, stable housing
  • Individuals transitioning from hospitals, group homes, or institutional settings
  • Adults whose care needs are compatible with a 3-bed AFC home environment

Not sure if your client is a fit? Call us — we're happy to talk through the situation before a formal referral.

Documentation

What to bring to the conversation

Having these documents ready speeds up the process — but we can start the conversation before everything is in hand.

Current care plan or ISPIndividual Support Plan or equivalent
Medical history summaryDiagnoses, medications, physician contacts
Behavioral support planIf applicable — behavioral health history
Funding authorizationMedicaid, DHS, waiver, or private pay docs
Discharge summaryIf transitioning from a facility or hospital

Common Questions

Admissions FAQ

Answers to the questions we hear most often from families and referral professionals.

  • We serve adults with developmental disabilities, elderly and senior adults, and adults with mental health needs. We are licensed for three residents and accept individuals whose care needs match our staffing and home environment.

  • We work with Medicaid / MI Health Link, SSI/SSDI, MDHHS/DHS funding, and private pay. If you are unsure about funding eligibility, contact us — we can help navigate options.

  • Timelines vary depending on availability and the complexity of the individual's care needs. In straightforward cases with documentation ready, placement can happen within one to two weeks of initial contact.

  • Helpful documents include a current care plan or ISP, medical history, behavioral support plan (if applicable), and funding authorization. We can begin the conversation before all documents are in hand.

  • Absolutely. We encourage family involvement at every stage — from the initial tour through the transition and ongoing care. Families are partners in our care model, not bystanders.

  • We evaluate urgent placements on a case-by-case basis. If you have an emergency placement need, call us directly at (248) 388-5329 or (248) 252-3780 so we can respond as quickly as possible.

  • Our home has a maximum of three residents, which allows for a high staff-to-resident ratio and genuinely individualized attention. Staff are on-site 24 hours a day, every day of the year.

Don't see your question here? Call us or send a message — we're happy to talk through any situation.

Contact us
Ready to Place?

Let's find the right home for your client

We respond to every referral within one business day. If you have an urgent placement need, call us directly — we'll do our best to help.

Our Commitment

What you can count on

  • 1-business-day response to every referral, no exceptions.
  • Honest assessment — we'll tell you if we're not the right fit.
  • Clear communication throughout the placement process.
  • Family and referrer involvement welcomed at every stage.
Our location

16777 Gilchrest, Detroit, MI 48235
Detroit Westside, off the Southfield Freeway

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