Interactions Residential Treatment, located at 300 68th Street SE in Grand Rapids, sits as part of Pine Rest Christian Services and operates under Pine Rest Christian Residential and Community Services, which has been accredited by CARF since 2005 and is licensed through the Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs. The facility offers specialized residential treatment and mental health care, focusing on youth, children, teens, older adults, and even families, with a strong emphasis on providing therapeutic care for those struggling with mental health and behavioral needs. The programs, including the unique Interactions Residential Treatment, use a residential care model with intensive support and structure for recovery and stabilization, featuring secure entries and other safety measures to keep residents safe. There're various homes, like Westwood Home, Eastwood Home, Sequoia Home, Cameron Home, and Adrian Home, along with specialized services at places like Lotus Treatment Program, Freedom House, Maple South Lodge, and Beechwood. The campus has spaces for walking, gardens for relaxing, arts rooms, and places for social gatherings, helping foster a safe, structured, and active atmosphere.
Residents get help with meals, medication management, personal care like bathing and dressing, and 24-hour supervision, plus laundry, housekeeping, and transportation, and the rooms come furnished with features like emergency alert systems and telephone access, making it suitable for those using wheelchairs. The daily routine often includes movie nights, activities led by residents, arts and crafts, and community-sponsored events, all promoting social and emotional well-being. Support programs for addiction, depression, and behavioral health are available, with a dedicated Pediatric Center for young patients and therapy options like assessments, groups, and teletherapy. The facility offers other professional services like crisis response, employee assistance, and forensic psychology, while also providing outreach through programs such as Faith Community Outreach, StreetReach, and Diversity Collective. Residents and families can access health information through MyChart and EpicCare Link, and the center promotes participation in research, advisory committees, and youth councils. Everything's organized to give people the care, structure, and social interaction they need, whether they're younger or older, and the environment's geared to help those needing support with daily activities or more intensive residential care.
