Referral - People Encouraging People

People Encouraging People (PEP) accepts referrals for a broad range of high-quality, person-centered services—including Assertive Community Treatment, Forensic Community Treatment, Residential and Psychiatric Rehabilitation, Health Homes, Transitional Age Youth services, Deaf Unity, Supported Living, Homeless Outreach, Group Practice, Intensive Case Management, and Housing—designed to promote independence and community integration.

If you are a provider, case manager, hospital, community partner—or a family member, caregiver, individual seeking services, or anyone wishing to make a referral—please download the appropriate referral form below and follow the submission instructions provided.

Referral Forms

Please select the referral form that best matches the service needed. If you are unsure which form to use, contact our team and we will help direct your referral.

PEP Referral Form

Use this form for referrals to PEP services.

Download PEP Referral Form

RRP Application

Use this application for Residential Rehabilitation Program.

Download RRP Application

How to Submit a Referral

For most PEP services:

Download the PEP Referral Form.
Complete all required information.
Include any requested supporting documentation.
Submit the completed referral according to the instructions provided on the form.
Email or fax the Referral Form: Referrals Fax: 410-366-8942 / Referrals Email: client.referrals@peponline.org

For Residential Rehabilitation Program (RRP) referrals:

Complete the Statewide RRP Application.
Compile and attach all required supporting documentation.
Submit the application packet to the CSA or LBHA in the applicant’s jurisdiction of origin.
The CSA or LBHA will screen the referral for RRP eligibility and determine whether additional services are needed.
If additional services are needed, the CSA or LBHA may direct the referral source or applicant to Carelon.
Within two working days, the CSA or LBHA reviews the application and, if appropriate, refers the applicant to an RRP with an available bed.
The CSA or LBHA authorizes an assessment.
Within five working days of receiving the referral/assessment authorization, the RRP evaluates the applicant and issues a disposition.
If accepted, the CSA or LBHA signs a Certificate of Determination (COD) to approve placement and level of care.

If you are unsure which form to use, please contact People Encouraging People and our team will help direct your referral.