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Same-Day Access

Same-Day Access helps youth and families receive services quickly and efficiently.

Same-Day Access

Our Same-Day Access provides same-day evaluation and assessment to families who need it, connecting them to programs and services both at The Buckeye Ranch and in the community based on their unique needs.

This team helps youth and families gain access to OhioRISE coverage through CANS Assessments and eligibility screenings, as well as access to other programs provided by The Buckeye Ranch through Diagnostic Assessments and connection sessions for those experiencing waitlisted programs.

The CANS assessment helps our team to determine OhioRISE coverage eligibility and Diagnostic Assessments allow our team to determine a youth and family needs in order to connect them with services that best support their healing journey. This team also works with the State of Ohio, Ohio Jobs and Family Services, Franklin County Children Services, and more to facilitate services from direct referrals.

Same-Day Access

Walk-In Same-Day Access services are offered Monday through Thursday at The Buckeye Ranch at our Michael and Paige Crane Center for Children and Families Headquarters in Whitehall. If our 4653 East Main Street location in Whitehall is not an option for you, please call us at 614-384-7798 to discuss a virtual option. Timing for in-person walk-ins in Whitehall are as follows:

Mondays at our 4653 East Main Street Whitehall, OH location from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Tuesdays at our 4653 East Main Street, Whitehall, OH location from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Wednesdays at our 4653 East Main Street, Whitehall, OH location from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Thursdays at our 4653 East Main Street, Whitehall, OH location from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Same-Day Access Tips

A parent, caseworker, or current caregiver MUST be present for assessments.
For any changes after referral is submitted (i.e. custody changes, placement changes, etc.), please inform the Admissions and Engagement team directly!
Interpreting services are available upon request; the Same-Day Access team must be notified of needs in advance so we can schedule an interpreter.

Same-Day Access Referral and Program Connections

Community-Based Counseling Services (IFSP, FFT, MST IHBT): A client is placed on a waitlist after a diagnostic assessment. Then, the family will be contacted by a clinician once the case is assigned. Crisis & PFSN cases are assigned with priority.
Medication Services: Client must be linked with ongoing counseling services first, but once enrolled in services will have access.
Day Treatment Services: Client can be referred from a same-day access diagnostic assessment, but it does not guarantee acceptance/placement. Based on openings, Day Treatment will complete an additional interview with the client and work with the home school district.
Residential Questions: Same-Day Access cannot process a direct referral to residential services; please contact our Residential Admissions & Engagement team at ResidentialTeam@buckeyeranch.org.

Questions?

Please call 614-384-7798 or email assessmentandengagement@buckeyeranch.org with any questions.