TREATMENT PHILOSOPHY

We believe that our clients have the right to

• Interactions with staff and peers based on mutual respect and dignity

• Self-determination in meeting individualized treatment goals
• Responsible participation in decision-making that affects their lives
• Active participation in Balanced Approach/Restorative Justice (BARJ).

Our responsibility is to help our clients build on their strengths and resources to

• Cope with the problems that led to their placement

• Manage the problems they are currently experiencing
• Develop adequate life skills
• Make good decisions, both now and in the future
• Reconnect safely and productively with their families and communities.

Our goal is to create a healthy peer group culture and a positive living environment that enhances our clients'

• Interactions and relationships with adults, family members, and communities

• Communication with adults and peers
• Ability to form positive relationships
• Decision-making, anger management, and coping skills
• Personal and family safety
• Willingness to accept responsibility and consequences for inappropriate behaviors
• Self-image and self-respect.

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Last modified: 05/05/2008