Mental Health Residential Services
Residential programs are designed to help persons who are in recovery. Pittsburgh Mercy offers many residential services that are designed to support adults who have a mental illness to maintain their own residence in the community. We offer supports and teach you the skills you need to maximize your independence.
Services vary by program.
Our residential services include:
- Landlord/Tenant Temporary Housing Model
- Comprehensive Mental Health Personal Care Homes
- Support Homes.
We also offer several specialized residential treatment facilities for those who need more support:
- A Residential Treatment Facility for Adults
- An Extended Acute Care Facility
- Long-Term Structured Residences.
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The types of services, length of stay, eligibility criteria, and referral processes vary by program.
We also offer many residential programs for persons who have intellectual disabilities as well as for persons who are experiencing addiction and homelessness.
For more information, please contact us at 1-877-637-2924.
Landlord/Tenant Temporary Housing Model
The model provides temporary housing for individuals with serious and persistent mental illness who can live with a moderate level of independence. Wellness checks are completed by staff weekly. Staff are available 7 hours a day. Clinical intervention is not provided in this model therefore it is recommended that you have established behavioral health providers to support you at the time of admission.
Tenants are responsible for monthly rent, utilities, and a security deposit.
Bellwood Location
Located in Ross Township, the Bellwood location offers temporary housing services to adults who have a mental health diagnosis. The goals of the program are to help you successfully transition into adulthood and to other residential programs in the community.
The length of stay is approximately six months.
This location consists of five, two-bedroom apartments in the same building.
To be eligible for this location, you must be between 18 and 25 years old and have a referral from your mental health provider. Referrals must be approved by the Allegheny County Department of Human Services, Office of Behavioral Health.
For more information, please contact us at 1-877-637-2924.
Broadway Location
Located in McKees Rocks, our Broadway location offers safe, affordable, and accessible one-bedroom or two-bedroom apartments to adults who have a mental health diagnosis and need support to live independently in the community.
The length of stay is approximately six months.
To be eligible for this location, you must be at least 18 years old and have a referral from your mental health provider. Referrals must be approved by the Allegheny County Department of Human Services, Office of Behavioral Health.
For more information, please contact us at 1-877-637-2924.
Wolfe Location
Located in Baldwin, our Wolfe location is an individualized residential program offering assistance and supports to adults who have a mental health diagnosis.
Each person lives in their own apartment.
The length of stay is approximately six months.
To be eligible for this location, you must be at least 18 years old, have a mental health diagnosis, and a referral from your mental health provider. Referrals must be approved by the Allegheny County Department of Human Services, Office of Behavioral Health.
For more information, please contact us at 1-877-637-2924.
Support Homes
A Support Home is a three-person home for adults, age 18 and over, who have a mental health diagnosis and need 24-hour intensive, in-home support to reach or maintain maximum independence in the community. We offer two Support Homes – one in Bethel Park and one in Carnegie.
Staff members are available on-site 24 hours a day, seven days a week to provide support and help with important life skills, such as:
- Budgeting
- Cooking
- Cleaning
- Housekeeping
- Laundry
- Medication management.
Food, basic personal care, and household items are provided.
The length of stay varies, depending upon your needs.
To be eligible for this program, you must be at least 18 years old, have a mental health diagnosis, and a referral from your mental health provider. Referrals must be approved by the Allegheny County Department of Human Services, Office of Behavioral Health.
For more information, please contact us at 1-877-637-2924.
Comprehensive Mental Health Personal Care Homes
A Comprehensive Mental Health Personal Care Home is a personal care home for adults, age 18 and over, who have a mental health diagnosis. A personal care home may be right for you if you need help with daily tasks including dressing, bathing, taking your medication, managing your finances, and evacuating your home in an emergency. Each person has a private room and receives a small, monthly spending allowance.
Pittsburgh Mercy offers three Comprehensive Mental Health Personal Care Homes in Allegheny County:
- Garden View Manor: A 56-person residence in Wilkinsburg
- Munhall Manor: An eight-person residence in Munhall
- Outlook Manor: A 12-person residence in West Mifflin.
Features and services include:
- Counseling staff available on-site 24 hours a day, seven days a week
- Nursing staff available regularly throughout the week
- Group activities, including but not limited to on-site gardening groups, twice a week trips to local fitness centers, weekly shopping trips to area malls and stores, games, and other on- and off-site recreational opportunities
- Help with important life skills, such as:
- Budgeting
- Cooking
- Cleaning
- Housekeeping
- Laundry
- Medication management.
- Three meals and two snacks daily
- Transportation to medical and other appointments.
The length of stay varies, depending upon your needs.
To be eligible for this program, you must be at least 18 years old, have a mental health diagnosis, and a referral from your mental health provider. Referrals must be approved by the Allegheny County Department of Human Services, Office of Behavioral Health.
For more information, please contact us at 1-877-637-2924.
Residential Treatment Facilities
After a hospital stay, some people need additional mental health treatment, rehabilitation, and specialized care before returning to the community. Pittsburgh Mercy offers several programs to help meet the needs of those who need additional services and support.
Residential Treatment Facility for Adults (RTFA)
A Residential Treatment Facility for Adults (RTFA) is a short-term, mental health stabilization and treatment program. Located on the South Side, our Residential Treatment Facility for Adults (RTFA) is a licensed, 16-person residential treatment program. We offer specialized, short-term care to adults, age 18 and over, who are between a hospital stay and return to the community.
Features and services include:
- Person-centered care
- An atmosphere of wellness and recovery
- A tobacco-free environment
- Six group therapy sessions a day, including weekends
- Individual therapy at least twice a week
- Master’s level and licensed clinicians days and evenings
- A registered nurse on every shift
- Daily contact with a psychiatrist
- Care management
- Therapeutic passes and a tiered system to earn privileges
- No forced medication, restraints, or seclusion
- Located near public transportation, grocery shopping, library, and emergency services
- Free parking for visitors
- A secure environment.
The RTFA operates 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
The length of treatment ranges from 45 to 60 days, depending upon your needs.
Referrals to this program must be made by a mental health provider or the justice system. Referrals must be approved by the Allegheny County Department of Human Services, Office of Behavioral Health.
This program is licensed by the Pennsylvania Department of Human Services and accredited by CARF International.
For more information, please contact us at 1-877-637-2924.
Extended Acute Care (EAC) Facility
An Extended Acute Care (EAC) Facility is an intensive residential program that is designed to be a step between a hospital stay and your return to the community. Located in Glen Hazel, our Extended Acute Care (EAC) Facility is a licensed, six-person program for adults age 18 and over, who:
- Have a mental illness
- Have been discharged from the hospital following mental health treatment
- Need additional, intensive stabilization, treatment, and rehabilitation services to enhance their ability to return to the community successfully.
The EAC offers an intensive, structured, and recovery-oriented program in a safe, secure environment.
Features and services include:
- Person-centered care
- An atmosphere of wellness and recovery
- A tobacco-free environment
- Activities of daily living skills education
- Benefits coordination
- Care management
- Community integration
- Individual therapy
- Group therapy
- Medication management services
- No forced medication, restraints, or seclusion
- Psychiatric evaluation and support
- Psycho-educational groups
- A secure environment.
The EAC operates 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
The length of treatment is up to 180 days (six months), depending upon your needs.
Referrals to this program must be made by a mental health provider or the justice system. Referrals must be approved by the Allegheny County Department of Human Services, Office of Behavioral Health.
For more information, please contact us at 1-877-637-2924.
Long-Term Structured Residences (LTSRs)
A Long-Term Structured Residence (LTSR) is a highly-structured, secure residential treatment facility for adults, age 18 and over, who at this time in their lives need additional support to maintain a community placement. LTSRs are designed for those who need long-term treatment and assistance around-the-clock, but do not need to be admitted to a hospital.
Pittsburgh Mercy offers three Long-Term Structured Residences (LTSRs):
- Glen Hazel LTSR: A 10-person program in Glen Hazel (starts Jan. 1, 2026)
- Journey Home LTSR: A 16-person program in Carrick
- Monarch Springs LTSR: A 15-person program in Glen Hazel
Socialization, rehabilitation, therapy, and medical monitoring services are provided in a safe and secure environment. Groups and activities are designed to increase your self-awareness, sensitivity to others, independent living skills, and enhance enjoyment of life.
We work with you to develop an individualized treatment plan that identifies goals to assist in transitioning you to a more independent living environment as soon as appropriate. You and your supports are important parts in your treatment process.
The LTSRs operate 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
The length of treatment varies, depending upon your needs.
Referrals to this program must be made by a mental health provider or the justice system. Referrals must be approved by the Allegheny County Department of Human Services, Office of Behavioral Health.
For more information, please contact us at 1-877-637-2924.
Page Updated: December 18, 2025