Specialized Behavioral Home (Green House)
A 10-bed community-based facility in Greenville for adults 18+ with serious persistent mental illness and significant behavioral challenges — 24/7 awake staff, structured programming, and a path toward independent living.
Intensive community-based care for adults with complex needs
The Specialized Behavioral Home (Green House) is a 10-bed congregate living facility in Greenville operated 24 hours a day, 7 days per week by qualified staff. It serves adults 18 and older with serious persistent mental illness who have reached the maximum benefit of hospitalization or crisis residential care but are unable to live independently. Consumers learn to manage their mental illness and behavior, with an expected stay of 12–36 months. Residence is voluntary. Staff do not serve as legal guardians.
- 24-hour supervision with awake staff at all times
- Access to Rehabilitation Day Program
- Life-skills training, medication management, and social support
- Serves Covington, Coffee, Crenshaw, and Butler counties; regional/state admissions also accepted
What the Green House offers
24/7 Awake Staff
Round-the-clock awake staff supervision for individuals with significant behavioral challenges.
Rehabilitation Day Program
Access to structured day programming for recovery skills and positive community connection.
Basic Living Skills
Comprehensive training in money management, meal preparation, laundering, shopping, transportation, personal hygiene, and home management.
Medication Management
Assistance with medication management and coordination with treating physicians.
Family Support & Education
Family education about psychiatric illness and guidance for loved ones throughout the recovery process.
Social & Vocational Services
Social skills development, vocational services, recreation, community orientation, and assistance with benefit applications.
Who Qualifies for the Specialized Behavioral Home
The Green House serves adults 18 and older with serious persistent mental illness and significant behavioral challenges who have reached the maximum benefit of hospitalization or crisis residential care but cannot yet live independently. Priority is given first to those currently in a State Psychiatric Hospital, then to community residents.
- Impaired contact with reality or social withdrawal
- Moderate to severe disabling depression, anxiety, or somatic symptoms
- Poor medication compliance, socialization, interpersonal, or problem-solving skills
- Does NOT qualify: Primary diagnosis of Substance Use Disorder, ASD, Developmental/Intellectual Disability, TBI, or Organic Mental Disorder
- Does NOT qualify: Medical problems requiring hospitalization or 24-hour nursing care
Green House — Greenville, Alabama
The Specialized Behavioral Home is located at 674 Hardscrabble Road, Greenville, AL 36037. To learn more, contact Linda Bowers at 334-382-1645. To request a referral, speak with your therapist. Bed availability is limited and consumers may be placed on a waiting list if deemed appropriate for admission.