Sports such as hiking, swimming, bike riding, and weight lifting. our Programs provide a wide variety of extracurricular activities varying by program and location, student interests and availability.
Yes. All the Schools are fully accredited college preparatory. High School Diplomas are received as the students walk at a graduation ceremony in cap and gown.
All communication is restricted and controlled. Phone calls are an earned privilege.
Yes. Some programs accept teens with suicidal ideations.
Both doctor and nurse are contracted from the community. Some of Programs have nurses on staff, and or a doctor who is regularly scheduled to visit. Therapists and psychologists are on and off site, depending on the Program.
It is natural for teens to want to return home after a short stay in a program. The staff at the programs will work with you in responding. It is important for parents to support the program their teen is attending for their teen to be successful.
Yes, most diagnoses.
Yes depending on your teen’s program and his/her interests in the courses being taught at the time.
Physicians, dieticians, recommended types of exercise and therapy.
Yes. Some types of insurance will help pay.
We work with several lending institutions that will finance the programs we represent.
We have staff that can transport your teen to the program. Please ask our representative about this service.
Yes, parent references as well as student references are available.
Our programs have experience handling issues such as: low self-esteem, depression, lying, manipulating, physical outbursts, Bipolar Disorder, ADD, ADHD, ODD, Borderline Personality Disorders, Narcissism, alcohol and drug experimentation, substance abuse,truancy, declining grades in school, disrespect, refusing to follow rules, defiance, running away, aggression, anger, stress, poor peer relationships, co-dependency, etc.
Each program varies due to the needs of your teen. Talk to our representative for more specifics.
Communication varies from program to program. It can be weekly to monthly, and written and/or verbal.
Strategies to deal with on-going weight issues are incorporated in the program. Creating a physical activity routine, diet and support system are important in establishing a successful weight loss program.
Making long term changes is essential for success in a weight loss/maintenance program. Life skills such as recognizing why am I eating, an exercise routine and eating plan are taught.
Many areas are considered when creating a weight loss/maintenance program: physical health, mobility, emotional status, dietary likes and dislikes, etc. Professionals work with the client to create an individual plan that will be successful.