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Your Trusted Partner for Mental Health Recovery in Toledo
Zepf Center has been a trusted provider of trauma-informed behavioral healthcare in Toledo for over 50 years. Our organization specializes in integrated mental health and substance use disorder recovery services, offering individualized care tailored to meet the unique needs of each client. With a multidisciplinary team of certified professionals, we provide crisis intervention, detox services, adult and youth mental health programs, and recovery housing solutions. Our evidence-based approach combines medical treatment, counseling, and community support to address both behavioral health and physical wellness needs. We maintain 24/7 crisis care availability through dedicated helplines and stabilization units, serving Lucas County and surrounding regions.Accredited by CARF and JCAHO, our facilities include six locations offering comprehensive services from psychiatric urgent care to long-term recovery programs. We accept Medicaid, Medicare, and sliding fee schedule payments to ensure accessibility for all community members. Our history of innovation includes pioneering the Sanctuary Model for trauma-informed care and developing Ohio's largest sober living housing facility. Through partnerships with local hospitals and social service organizations, we provide coordinated care that addresses both immediate crises and long-term recovery needs. Our commitment to quality is demonstrated through continuous program accreditation and staff development initiatives.
Services
Addiction Services
Crisis Care
Substance Use Recovery
Mental Health Treatment
Recovery Housing
Gambling Treatment
Tobacco Cessation
Youth Mental Health
Primary Care Coordination
Detox Services
Details
- Year established: 1974
Highlights and features
- 50+ years of specialized mental health care experience in Toledo
- 24/7 crisis care with immediate response capabilities
- Individualized treatment plans developed by certified professionals
- Integrated behavioral and physical health services under one roof
- CARF-accredited recovery housing and detoxification programs
Associations and certifications
- CARF
- JCAHO
What people say
Listened and customized care
Trusted and knowledgeable staff
Life-changing experience
Quick to help
Strong relationships built
Services
Addiction Services
Our addiction services provide comprehensive treatment for substance use disorders through evidence-based programs. Certified specialists develop personalized recovery plans combining medical detoxification, counseling, and peer support groups. Outpatient and residential options address alcohol, opioid, and other drug dependencies while addressing co-occurring mental health conditions.
Crisis Care
24/7 crisis care includes immediate phone support, mobile response teams, and stabilization units for acute mental health emergencies. Our trauma-informed professionals provide risk assessments, safety planning, and transition to appropriate care levels. Services operate through dedicated hotlines and walk-in urgent care centers across northwest Ohio.
Recovery Housing
CARF-accredited recovery housing offers structured sober living environments with peer support and case management. Programs include transitional housing for adults and specialized residences for women, with access to employment resources and relapse prevention counseling to support long-term recovery success.
Youth Mental Health
Specialized youth services address mental health challenges through school-based programs, family therapy, and mobile crisis response. Our Safety Net shelter provides emergency housing for homeless/runaway youth aged 12-17, combining crisis stabilization with educational and vocational support services.
Primary Care Coordination
Integrated primary care services address physical health needs alongside behavioral treatment. Medical professionals coordinate care for chronic conditions, preventive screenings, and medication management, ensuring holistic treatment that recognizes the connection between mental and physical wellness.
Questions
What crisis services are available after hours?
Our 24/7 Crisis Care Helpline (419-904-CARE) connects you to immediate mental health support. Mobile response teams and stabilization units operate around the clock for urgent needs.
Do you accept patients without insurance?
We provide care regardless of insurance status. Medicaid, Medicare, and sliding fee options ensure accessibility for all individuals seeking mental health or addiction services.
What locations offer treatment programs?
Six locations across Lucas and Wood Counties provide specialized services including detox centers, recovery housing, and outpatient clinics in Toledo and surrounding communities.
How do I schedule an appointment?
Call 419-841-7701, Option 7 for primary care appointments. Addiction and mental health services can be accessed through our main intake line at the same number.
Are family members involved in treatment?
Family support programs and counseling services help loved ones understand addiction and mental health challenges while learning effective support strategies.
What substance abuse treatment options exist?
We offer outpatient programs, medication-assisted treatment, recovery housing, and specialized tracks for opioid and alcohol dependencies using evidence-based therapeutic approaches.
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