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25 Feb New Pathways to Success

Posted at 14:15h in Foundation, Newsletters

Our Family Preservation team has worked with parents and children to build solid foundations for a successful future home life....

25 Feb Skills for a bright future

Posted at 13:57h in Foundation, Newsletters

When Edgar was 17, he ran away from home. At the YOC, Edgar was introduced to the Academic and Life Skills team....

25 Feb New Program shows PROMISE

Posted at 13:30h in Foundation, Newsletters

The YOC recognized the growing need for treatment tailored specifically towards adolescent female behavioral and emotional challenges....

25 Feb Success Story: A Change in Heart

Posted at 12:53h in Foundation, Newsletters

Within months of his placement at the YOC, Kevin was on the brink of removal. Now, things have changed and Kevin is hopeful about his future....

12 Feb Stories of Success: Jack’s Turnaround

Posted at 13:06h in General

Fifteen-year-old Jack was not looking forward to starting school this year. Residents at the YOC have the privilege of attending class without having to leave campus thanks to an on-grounds school administered by Muncie Community Schools. Jack, however, didn’t want any part of it. He...

10 Nov The Seven Challenges – A New Tool in Substance Use Disorder Treatment

Posted at 15:45h in General, Newsletters

There is no question that addiction has had a devastating impact on youth throughout Indiana in recent years. “We have seen an increase in the severity of substance use disorders with our clients, and we wanted to ensure our clinicians had the right tools in...