Residential Treatment FAQs

Residential services are an intensive level of care. You will have a high degree of support and structure. Programming is from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m., with a minimum of 30 hours of clinical services per week, per Minnesota statutory requirements for high intensity residential treatment. In addition to participating in structured groups and activities, you will have time for recreation, relaxation and socializing with peers.

Examples of treatment groups and topics include (but are not limited to):  psychoeducation, individual and group therapy, co-occurring disorders, recovery management, healthy living and eating, body image, living skills, families and relationships, therapeutic recreation, social support and fun.

Length of treatment varies, depending on your individual goals and clinical needs. If a third party (e.g., private insurance, state of Minnesota, etc.) is paying for your treatment, that payer also has guidelines for the number of treatment days.

Most stays in our residential program are from 45 to 90 days. Before the end of your stay, our team works with you to make a solid continuing care plan, with appropriate referrals and coordination.

We have created a packing list to help you prepare for your stay. If you have questions about other items, contact our Central Access Team.

Yes! We have regularly scheduled visiting times at each location.

Yes. Appointments must be approved and coordinated with program staff. Typically, staff members provide transportation to and from appointments.

No. Residential treatment is an intensive service that is like a full-time job. You will need to arrange with your employer to take a leave while you are in treatment.

Yes. You can use tobacco products only in designated outside locations. Tobacco use indoors is not allowed.

Yes, but we ask that people do not use phones in groups or in ways that are disruptive to others in the community.