Perimeter of Beacon Children's
Beacon, Alabama · Kids & teens ages 6–17 · Acute inpatient
Perimeter Healthcare Beacon Children’s Hospital in Luverne, Alabama, provides acute inpatient psychiatric care for boys and girls ages 6–17. Our specialized team offers short-term stabilization and individualized mental health treatment in a safe, supportive environment designed for children and teens.
Who we serve
- Male and Female Children and teenagers ages 6–17
Programs at this facility
Child & adolescent acute inpatient
(ages 6–17)
Individual and group therapy
Family therapy and parent support
Discharge planning and aftercare coordination
Programs & Levels of Care
Child & Adolescent Psychiatric Inpatient Treatment (ages 6–17)
Inpatient care focuses on immediate crisis stabilization and resolution. 24-hour care is provided through a multidisciplinary treatment team including a psychiatrist, therapist, nurse or mental health technician, and discharge planner. Distinct program tracks serve the unique needs of children in the community, alongside added-value services that bring a sense of community and "home" to the hospital environment.
Therapeutic models:
- Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) — An evidence-based treatment for children and adolescents impacted by trauma. This components-based model combines trauma-sensitive interventions with cognitive behavioral, family, and humanistic principles, and is proven with children who have significant emotional problems (PTSD symptoms, fear, anxiety, depression) related to traumatic life events.
- Trust-Based Relational Intervention (TBRI) — A model that equips caregivers to support children with complex developmental trauma, built on three principles: Empowering (meeting physical needs), Connecting (meeting attachment needs), and Correcting (addressing fear-based behaviors).
Learn more about Child & Adolescent Acute Inpatient care.
Individual & Group Therapy
Evidence-based individual sessions and daily group therapy help each child understand what they're experiencing, practice healthy coping skills, and build confidence alongside peers.
Family Therapy & Parent Support
Families are partners in treatment. Family therapy sessions and parent support help caregivers understand their child's needs, strengthen communication, and prepare for a successful return home.
Discharge Planning & Aftercare Coordination
Discharge planning begins at admission. Our team coordinates with families, schools, and outpatient providers to build a clear aftercare plan that supports continued progress once a child leaves our care.
Common Conditions We Treat
- Depression/Anxiety
- Mood Disorders
- ADD/ADHD
- Crisis Intervention and Stabilization
- Suicidal and Homicidal Ideation
- Trauma
Signs you might consider seeking mental health treatment for your child:
- Over-reactions to disappointments or failures
- Persistent crying
- Sudden weight loss or lack of hygiene
- Substance use
- Gender identity issues
- Changes in behavior (disorganization, pacing, rocking, grimacing)
- Isolation from friends and family
- Flat emotional responses
- Lethargy and fatigue/lack of motivation
- Suicidal talk or actions
About the Facility
About Beacon Children's Hospital
As part of the Perimeter Healthcare family, Beacon Children's Hospital is one of their premier children's behavioral health hospitals providing inpatient psychiatric treatment for children and teenagers ages 6–17. We provide comprehensive care that is designed for the individual, not the diagnosis.
Beacon Children's Hospital is in the quaint city of Luverne, Alabama, located approximately 45 miles from Montgomery, 120 miles from Birmingham and 90 miles from Ft. Walton Beach. Beacon Children's Hospital is a family centered treatment environment designed to treat the acute mental and behavioral health needs of children ages 6–17 years old by providing a bright and comfortable setting to help with healing and transformation.
Our Patient Promise
At Beacon Children's Hospital, our staff is committed to improving the lives of children impacted by mental illness. Our patient promise is at the core of everything we do:
- Compassion
- Accountability
- Respect
- Empowerment
Hear from the CEO
On Behalf of our team at Beacon Children's Hospital, we are proud of our programs and services for children and adolescents. Beacon Children's Hospital is committed to delivering the highest quality treatment in a secure, therapeutic environment with compassion and respect.
We work together with our patients every day to earn their trust and deliver exceptional care. Our team uses best practices to provide superior care in providing hope and transforming lives of those we serve. I welcome you to contact us today with any questions or obtain more information on the programs offered. Our team looks forward to guiding your child through any current crisis or behavioral matters they are experiencing while proving education, emotion regulation skills and empowerment to secure a brighter future.
Sincerely,
Beverley Toney, RN
CEO
About the Staff
Meet Our Team
Our multidisciplinary team of psychiatrists, therapists, nurses, and mental health technicians works together to provide individualized, compassionate care for every child and family we serve.
Beverley Toney, RN
Chief Executive Officer
Assessments & Referrals
Starting the Assessment and Referral Process
The first step of the healing journey is letting someone know you need help. Perimeter is here to make this step as easy as possible.
Our process begins with a detailed assessment performed by one of our trained professionals. We will gather some information about you and develop a personalized plan of treatment. When you call our assessment and referral team, we will ask you a few questions to schedule a face-to-face appointment. During an in-person assessment, a mental health professional will continue to gather more information with a thorough evaluation including history, current medication, prior treatment, etc. This will help us make a recommendation about the best course of treatment for your unique situation which may be inpatient, outpatient or another treatment option.
If you are a behavioral health professional looking to set up a direct referral, you can fill out our “professional referral form” to help expedite the admissions process.
Referrals
- How to get started: free, confidential assessment, 24/7
- Who can refer: families directly; behavioral health professionals via our professional referral form
- Admissions contact: 334.319.8724
- Process: phone screening → face-to-face assessment → level-of-care recommendation
Insurance & payment: We are in-network with most major insurances including, but not limited to: Blue Cross Blue Shield, United Healthcare, Cigna, Beacon, Tricare, Humana, and many Managed Medicaid Plans including New Directions, along with traditional Medicaid. For financial verification, call 334.319.8724.
We are Here to Help
When you reach out to us, we will walk you through the process, answer your questions and help you take that first step. It all begins with a free, confidential assessment by calling 334-319-8724. We are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to help determine the best course of treatment for you or someone you love.
Schedule an Assessment
Call us Directly 334-319-8724
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What To Expect
What to bring
We encourage patients to bring:
- 2-3 sets of casual clothes
- 3 pairs of undergarments
- 2 pairs of sleeping clothes
- A pair of comfortable shoes for everyday wear (No shoestrings)
- Shower shoes recommended
- Sports bras only (no padding or metal)
Laundry facilities are located on each unit to ensure patients have clean clothes.
Parents/ Legal Guardians: Please come prepared with guardianship paperwork if applicable (in cases of adoption, divorce, etc.) for the admission process.
What NOT to bring
All our rules and guidelines are to create a safe environment for everyone in our facility. This includes not allowing certain items on the units. Please see the list below of restricted items:
- Any hygiene products, as these will be provided by the hospital
- Belts, scarves, shoelaces, jackets with zippers, drawstrings, spiked wristbands, or any other similar items
- Electronic devices of any type, including cell phones
- Items with a cord
- Glass of any kind including mirrors
- Outside food or beverages
- Tobacco products, E-cigarettes, lighters, matches
- Sharp objects (such as scissors, nail files, tin cans, needles, tweezers, razors, picture frames, tacks, pins, paper clips, hair pins, hair barrettes, etc.)
- Toys, games, stuffed animals
- Linens of any kind – Pillows, blankets and towels will be provided
- Pens, pencils, markers, spiral bound notebooks, hard cover books
- Piercings, spacer, and jewelry (Wedding band allowed with signed waiver)
- Provocative clothing such as short shorts or skirts (no shorter than 4” above the knee), midriff shirts, low cut or see-through shirts, tights, leggings, skinny jeans or jeans with holes
- Clothing depicting sex, violence, drugs, alcohol, death, demonic themes nor reflective of gang affiliation
- Saggy or baggy pants that reveal undergarments
- Bras with metal, removable padding or underwire
Family involvement
Communication
Therapists will be reaching out to the family either by email and/or phone. Sometimes we need additional information to provide the best treatment to the patient. Please be responsive when staff reaches out. They will provide you with their contact information in case you have any questions or concerns during the patient’s stay. Our therapists spend a lot of time with the patients providing them treatment and will get back to you as quickly as possible.
Family Session
Family involvement in treatment has shown to increase a patient’s response to treatment and for it to have a more enduring effect. We recognize the various responsibilities family members are managing and ask that you make time to meet with our therapists for this critical component of treatment.
Visitation
At Beacon Children's Hospital, we understand that a patient's family is a major part of healing and overcoming mental health challenges. We know many family members and parents fear not being able to see their loved one during treatment.
We offer scheduled visitation several times throughout the week.
For the safety of our patients, no personal belongings are allowed in the visitation area. Lockers will be provided for visitors to secure their items. Also, no outside food or drink is allowed in the visitation area. Visitation is restricted to family members 12 and older. Only two visitors are allowed at a time per patient. Each visitor must be on the approved list, provide an ID or driver’s license and have the patient’s ID number.
Phone time will be also provided for patients to have contact with their families and support system. Please refer to the program schedule or contact the facility for more details.
Discharge Planning
After treatment in our hospital, ongoing care will likely be required including a psychiatrist and therapist. We are required to have follow-up appointments scheduled prior to the patient’s discharge. We ask if you have preferred providers, that you let us know who they are. We can schedule the appointments or if you would prefer to make them to better accommodate your schedule, please just communicate who the appointments are with and the date and time. We also request that you include the patients primary care physician information. After treatment is complete, our staff will fax pertinent information such as psychiatric evaluation, medication information and the discharge plan to each of the next care providers. This ensures continuity of care and allows them all to be on the same page. We want the patient to have a smooth transition and to set them up for continued success.
Standard Charges Price Guide
It is important to note, a hospital “charge” is not the same as “expected payment.” A charge is the amount billed for a service. In the vast majority of cases, hospitals are paid considerably less than the billed amount. Hospital charges are based on the type of care provided and can differ from patient to patient for the same service. The differences between patients are related to complications or varying treatments needed due to the patient’s health.
Even though the hospital’s prices on our list are the same for all patients, actual charges for each specific patient may vary from the listed standard charges due to a combination of factors.
During your Stay
Daily Groups
A masters level therapist will provide two types of groups a day: processing and psychoeducational. Processing groups will allow you time to discuss current and past stressors, traumas, and better understanding of your feelings. Psychoeducation groups will teach you new skills such as anger management, communication, accountability and much more.
A Recreational Therapist will plan two groups a day that include activities that are educational, fun, and therapeutic.
Nurses will provide one group a day to teach patients about general health topics.
Mental Health Technicians will provide two groups a day to set goals, complete activity sheets, and practice relaxation techniques.
Individual Session
Your therapist will be meeting with you periodically throughout your treatment stay to ensure your treatment goals are being met and address any concerns you may have.
Family Therapy
Your therapist will contact the family within 24 hours to provide an update, answer any questions and gather any additional needed information. They will schedule a family session within 72 hours of admission. This will provide them a better understanding of the home dynamics which could impact treatment goals. Education on mental health issues can also be provided if needed.
Medication Management
Your psychiatric team will meet with you to do an initial psychiatric evaluation and then see you throughout your stay to make any necessary adjustments to your medication. During your inpatient stay, medication will be provided and administered by our nurses. As needed, prescriptions will be provided upon successful completion of treatment to cover until you see your outside doctor.
History and Physical
A medical doctor will meet with you within 24 hours to gather a medical history and conduct a physical. Any minor medical issues will be treated during your inpatient stay.
24/7 Nursing Staff
Upon admission, you will have a full nursing assessment completed by one of our RNs. Additionally, vital signs will be checked twice a day. The nurses will provide any needed medication education.
Meals
Our meals are planned by a nutritionist. Three nutritional, yet delicious meals will be provided each day. Additionally, snacks will be provided throughout the day.
Meals
Our meals are planned by a nutritionist. Three nutritional, yet delicious meals will be provided each day. Additionally, snacks will be provided throughout the day.
School
For our child and adolescent programs, one hour of each recognized school day will be set aside for studies. You can either contact your school and have them provide material to our in-house Educator or you can enroll in our in-house school. We can also provide you with any documentation to give to your school to excuse their absences.
School
For our child and adolescent programs, one hour of each recognized school day is set aside for studies. You can contact your school and have them provide material to our in-house Educator, or enroll your child in our in-house school. We can also provide documentation to give to your school to excuse absences.
Locations & Contact
Address
150 Hospital Dr
Luverne, AL 36049
For general information
For confidential assessment
Hours of operation
Open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week
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