Hospital-based, interdisciplinary care for young patients ages 6-21 with autism, intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD), and specialty neurodevelopmental needs. Accepting referrals nationwide.
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Evidence-based neurodevelopmental treatment in a highly structured inpatient setting.
Hospital-based, interdisciplinary care for young patients ages 6-21 with autism, intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD), and complex neurodevelopmental conditions. Accepting referrals nationwide.
Complete the form, and a member of our admissions team will respond promptly.
Submit a Referral Inquiry
If you are in crisis or considering harming yourself or someone else, call 911 or 988. This form is not monitored for emergencies.
Children and adolescents with autism and other neurodevelopmental disorders often face overlapping challenges: difficulty communicating basic needs, co-occurring medical conditions, sensory sensitivities, and trouble with everyday tasks. For many families and caregivers, these challenges are compounded by repeated care disruptions, behavioral crises, and a lack of appropriate resources.
The New Directions Program at Nexus Health Systems offers a path forward. Designed for young patients whose needs exceed what outpatient programs can safely provide, the New Directions Program delivers structured, hospital-based care rooted in evidence and compassion. Our interdisciplinary team equips patients and families with the tools needed to promote adaptive growth, social development, and a safe return to home, school, and community, because we're committed to mending minds.
Our goal is to reduce maladaptive behaviors, strengthen functional skills, and support lasting independence.
A physician’s order or referral is required for all admissions to the New Directions Program.
The New Directions Program's interdisciplinary team develops personalized care plans that address the full spectrum of each patient's behavioral, medical, and developmental needs, making it one of the most comprehensive inpatient programs available for this population.
We collaborate with discharge teams, case managers, physicians, school districts, and residential transfer coordinators to ensure children are placed in a safe environment that meets their behavioral, developmental, and medical needs. Reach out to our admissions team to discuss placement options and next steps.
The New Directions Program accepts children and adolescents presenting with a wide range of neurodevelopmental, behavioral, and co-occurring conditions. The following represent diagnoses frequently encountered in our patient population.
A physician's order or referral is required for all admissions to the New Directions Program. See referral sources above. Our admissions team is available to assist referring providers with documentation requirements, insurance verification, and placement logistics. Call 713.351.6633 to speak with an admissions coordinator.
“Maddie now lives in her own space — dubbed “Maddie’s House.” A rotating, 24/7 care staff uses the routine she enjoyed at Nexus, allowing her to achieve the highest level of independence possible.”
– Tabitha, Maddie’s Mother
“Maddie now lives in her own space — dubbed “Maddie’s House.” A rotating, 24/7 care staff uses the routine she enjoyed at Nexus, allowing her to achieve the highest level of independence possible.”
– Tabitha, Maddie’s Mother
Nexus Health Systems works with Medicaid and a wide range of commercial insurance plans. For out-of-network referrals, our admissions team explores all available coverage pathways, including single case agreements, gap exceptions, and alternate funding sources. Insurance verification is completed as part of every referral.
We accept referrals from across the country. Our admissions team coordinates insurance verification, travel support, and discharge planning for out-of-state placements.
Whether you’re a referring provider or seeking placement for a child or adolescent in your care, our admissions team is available to answer questions, verify insurance, and guide you through the process.
Referral sources include, but are not limited to, physicians,
social workers, case managers, discharge planners, and CPS/DCS agencies.
Submit a Referral Inquiry
Our admissions team will respond promptly, typically within one business day.
If you are in crisis or considering harming yourself or someone else, call 911 or 988. This form is not monitored for emergencies.
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