Assessment Interview The first contact is usually made by phone. The caller will be asked questions about the woman who is being referred. The shared information will help the agency determine if Angel House is a good match for the client.
Site Visits A site visit is optional. The potential resident will be asked to give some basic information about herself. This gives the potential client an opportunity to ask questions and take a tour of the facility.
Admission Procedure Admissions are usually made Monday - Friday, between the hours of 9:30am to 4:00pm. An admission date and time is determined by agreement between Angel House Staff, the client and/or legal guardian (if under 18) and the referring agencies who may be directly involved in the client's placement at Angel House.
The legal guardian of any client under the age of 18 must be present for the admission process or make arrangements to complete paperwork prior to admission. At the time of admission, agreements and contracts will be signed. Clients receive a Statement of Client Rights and an information packet about Angel House. Clients are required to bring certain items with them for their stay at Angel House. To view our Check List, please click here.
Financial Requirements for Admission
At the time of the client's admission to Angel House Maternity Home a contractual agreement which outlines financial responsibilities must be agreed upon and signed by the client, or legal guardian if client is a minor.
Residents of North Carolina can apply for the State Maternity Fund through their local county Dept. of Social Service. MecklenburgCounty residents may apply through Youth and Family Services at 720 E. 4th St Suite 403 or through any NC State Licensed Adoption Agency. South Carolina Residents can apply for the Social Services Block Grant through the local DSS in their area. Both the State Maternity Fund and the South Carolina Block Grant Funds are based on a client's need for services. A Sliding Fee scale is available for clients who do not qualify for state funding.
All clients must have insurance. Insurance effective dates will be checked and update monthly. All Clients without private insurance must apply for Medicaid and have a current Medicaid card each month. Prenatal Care will be provided at an OB/GYN Clinic or Health Department. Hospital care will be provided at either Presbyterian Hospital or Carolina Medical Center which ever client prefer.
