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?Residential care facility providing educational services and a variety of other services. Annandale Residence Work toward the goal of returning the girls age 12 to 18 years old to their homes or other homes that are in the best interest of the adolescent. Village Ranch will help adolescents who are struggling with a range of mental health and behavior issues: - Oppositional Defiant and Conduct Disorder - Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) - Depression and Anxiety - Bipolar and Mood Disorders - Mild Chemical Dependency Residence is also offered to females needing Protective Services (CHIPS). Residential Care includes: - On-site individual, group, and family therapy to address specific behaviors - Programming which includes social skills and anger management - Trauma-Informed Care - Evidence-Based Practices - Cognitive Behavioral Groups - "Voices" Curriculum - Peer accountability groups - Opportunity to complete court-ordered community service - On-site Sholund School for Girls - Religion education (optional) - Chemical dependency outpatient treatment through a contracted agency Cokato Residence Work toward the goal of returning boys age 12 - 18 years old to their homes and helping adolescents who are struggling with a range of mental health and behavior issues: - Oppositional defiant and conduct disorder - Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) - Depression and anxiety - Bipolar and mood disorders - Mild chemical dependency Residence is also offered to children needing protective services (CHIPS). Residential care includes: - On-site individual, group, and family therapy to address specific behaviors - Programming that includes social skills and anger management - Peer accountability groups - Opportunity to complete court-ordered community service - The option to attend a local school - Religion education (optional) - Chemical dependency counseling Hutchinson Residence Focus on building the independent living skills of teenage boys, ages 15 to 19 years old so they may successfully return to the community. These residents enter our program voluntarily, through a court order, or through the Child in Need of Protective Services (CHIPS) program. While in residence, they benefit from a multi-disciplinary team to give them support, structure, and therapy to limit the risk of detrimental behavior. Residential care includes: - Individual, group, and family therapy - Life skills coaching, including money management, meals and nutrition, personal appearance and hygiene, health, housekeeping, education, job seeking, birth control, parenting and more - A requirement to attend the local public school (for those who have not graduated from high school or do not have a GED) - The option to receive a post-secondary education (for those with a high school diploma or GED) - Ongoing employment skills and learning Rochester Residence Focuses on building the independent living skills of teenage boys, age 15 to 19 years old, so they may successfully return to the community. Residents enter the program voluntarily, through court order, or through the Child in Need of Protective Services (CHIPS) program. While in residence, they benefit from a multi-disciplinary team to give them support, structure, and therapy to limit the risk of detrimental behavior. Residential care includes: - Individual, group, and family therapy - Life skills coaching, including money management, meals and nutrition, personal appearance and hygiene, health, housekeeping, education, job seeking, birth control, parenting, and more - Requirement to attend the local public school (for those who have not graduated from high school or do not have a GED) - The option to receive a post-secondary education (for those with a high school diploma or GED) - Ongoing employment skills and learning

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At Risk Youth
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Boys
Juvenile Offenders
Child/Adolescent Residential Treatment Facilities
Youth
Domestic Violence Prevention and Intervention: An intervention and healing program for Native women, girls, and Two Spirit people who have experienced intimate partner violence, including domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, and/or commercial sexual exploitation. Offers counseling and community-based education activities to clients that encourage healing, build resilience, reduce risk of repeat traumas, etc. Healing Journey: A structured peer support group for adult American Indian women ages 18 and over who are challenged by chronic mental health, substance use, and trauma histories. ?Safe Harbor Initiative: A supportive program for youth ages 24 and under who have experienced sexual exploitation or are at risk of sexual exploitation. ?Sexual Assault Advocacy: Provides crisis intervention, individual and group counseling, forensic examination support, and court advocacy for American Indian survivors of sexual violence. Street Outreach: A collaborative street outreach program designed to facilitate a path towards a healthier life for people who are ready to make a positive change. Wawokiye: Provides outreach and services for youth and adults who are experiencing sex trafficking, unsheltered relatives, and those who need services realted to opioid addictions.

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General Mental Health Support Groups
Sexual Assault Counseling
Women
Individual Advocacy
Spouse/Intimate Partner Abuse Counseling
Crime Victim Accompaniment Services
Girls
Child Sexual Abuse Counseling
Street Outreach Programs
Human Trafficking Support Groups
Victims of Human Trafficking
General Addictions/Substance Use Disorder Support Groups
Prostitution Prevention
Native American Community
Human Trafficking Counseling
Human Trafficking Prevention
Opioid Use Disorder
Adult Sexual Assault Survivors
Sexual Assault Prevention
?Residential care facility providing educational services and a variety of other services. Annandale Residence Work toward the goal of returning the girls age 12 to 18 years old to their homes or other homes that are in the best interest of the adolescent. Village Ranch will help adolescents who are struggling with a range of mental health and behavior issues: - Oppositional Defiant and Conduct Disorder - Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) - Depression and Anxiety - Bipolar and Mood Disorders - Mild Chemical Dependency Residence is also offered to females needing Protective Services (CHIPS). Residential Care includes: - On-site individual, group, and family therapy to address specific behaviors - Programming which includes social skills and anger management - Trauma-Informed Care - Evidence-Based Practices - Cognitive Behavioral Groups - "Voices" Curriculum - Peer accountability groups - Opportunity to complete court-ordered community service - On-site Sholund School for Girls - Religion education (optional) - Chemical dependency outpatient treatment through a contracted agency Cokato Residence Work toward the goal of returning boys age 12 - 18 years old to their homes and helping adolescents who are struggling with a range of mental health and behavior issues: - Oppositional defiant and conduct disorder - Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) - Depression and anxiety - Bipolar and mood disorders - Mild chemical dependency Residence is also offered to children needing protective services (CHIPS). Residential care includes: - On-site individual, group, and family therapy to address specific behaviors - Programming that includes social skills and anger management - Peer accountability groups - Opportunity to complete court-ordered community service - The option to attend a local school - Religion education (optional) - Chemical dependency counseling Hutchinson Residence Focus on building the independent living skills of teenage boys, ages 15 to 19 years old so they may successfully return to the community. These residents enter our program voluntarily, through a court order, or through the Child in Need of Protective Services (CHIPS) program. While in residence, they benefit from a multi-disciplinary team to give them support, structure, and therapy to limit the risk of detrimental behavior. Residential care includes: - Individual, group, and family therapy - Life skills coaching, including money management, meals and nutrition, personal appearance and hygiene, health, housekeeping, education, job seeking, birth control, parenting and more - A requirement to attend the local public school (for those who have not graduated from high school or do not have a GED) - The option to receive a post-secondary education (for those with a high school diploma or GED) - Ongoing employment skills and learning Rochester Residence Focuses on building the independent living skills of teenage boys, age 15 to 19 years old, so they may successfully return to the community. Residents enter the program voluntarily, through court order, or through the Child in Need of Protective Services (CHIPS) program. While in residence, they benefit from a multi-disciplinary team to give them support, structure, and therapy to limit the risk of detrimental behavior. Residential care includes: - Individual, group, and family therapy - Life skills coaching, including money management, meals and nutrition, personal appearance and hygiene, health, housekeeping, education, job seeking, birth control, parenting, and more - Requirement to attend the local public school (for those who have not graduated from high school or do not have a GED) - The option to receive a post-secondary education (for those with a high school diploma or GED) - Ongoing employment skills and learning

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At Risk Youth
Girls
Boys
Juvenile Offenders
Child/Adolescent Residential Treatment Facilities
Youth
In partnership with Girls, Inc., YWCA offers a mentorship program delivered by trained professionals to help youth take risks, discover and grow their strengths, learn to value themselves, and create long-lasting mentorship in a pro-girl environment. Offers a research-based curriculum to help participants to: - Achieve academically - Discover an interest in science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) - Lead healthy and physically active lives - Make positive connections to peers and adults, contribute to society, and believe in their ability to create the best possible future for themselves - Manage money - Navigate media messages Programs Offered: - Girls Inc. Eureka Program: A five-year cohort for youth interested in STEM fields. Partners with the College of Science and Engineering at the University of Minnesota to guide participants to explore career interests and dreams while supporting them through high school graduation and preparing them for their next steps. - Girls RAP Program (Resolution and Prevention) Program: An intervention program that works with 12-18 years old girl-identifying youth using an empowerment framework. Community RAP works with youth who are involved or at-risk for involvement with the juvenile justice and adjacent systems. School-based RAP works with youth who may be experiencing challenges with or within the school environment. - Out-of-School Time Program: Available to girls and gender-expansive youth in grades 4-8 in the Minneapolis Public Schools and at YWCA Minneapolis. The program focuses on economic literacy, leadership, community engagement, and healthy decision making.

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Youth Enrichment Programs
Career Exploration
Adult/Child Mentoring Programs
At Risk Youth
Adolescents
Leadership Development
Subject Tutoring
Juvenile Diversion
School Based Integrated Services
Self Esteem Workshops
Girls
The Girl Scouts develops future leaders by helping girls discover new skills, connect with others, and take action in their communities through a nurturing all-girl environment that strengthens a girl's courage, confidence, and character. Programs center on Girl Scout Leadership Experience or GSLE, a collection of engaging, challenging, and fun activities such as: - Earning badges and doing community service projects - Field trips, hands-on program events, and learning opportunities - Life skills - Outdoor opportunities - Science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) - Selling cookies and entrepreneurship

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Adolescents
Girls
Preadolescent Children
Scouting Programs
Leadership Development
Hmong Community
Primary School Age Children
Hispanic/Latino Community
African American Community
Outreach workers provide street-based outreach to prostituted individuals to help build rapport, share information about Breaking Free's programs and services, provide hygiene kits, condoms, and other seasonal items in an effort to meet individuals' on-going needs. Trains stakeholders such as law enforcement, judges, corrections, schools, social workers, the medical community, the hospitality industry, etc. Outreach workers canvas areas in Minneapolis and Saint Paul that are known to be high traffic areas for prostitution.

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Women
Sex Trade Workers
Homeless Youth
Homeless Women
Girls
Street Outreach Programs
Residential Treatment Programs: - Family Centered residential treatment for youth, ages 6 - 21. Provides short- and long-term residential treatment programs including intensive support and care for emotional, behavioral and mental health issues. Specializing in depression, anxiety, trauma, oppositional behavior, ADHD, borderline personality, bi-polar conditions relational problems, attachment issues, parenting support, family conflict, sexually problematic behaviors, and emotional/physical/sexual abuse. - Bridging Program: provides continuity of care for residents Location: Austin Outpatient/Community Mental Health Services: - Provides outpatient individual therapy for children, youth, and adults specializing in depression, anxiety, trauma, oppositional behavior, ADHD, borderline personality, bi-polar disorder, relational problems, attachment issues, parenting support, family conflict, sexually problematic behaviors, and emotional, physical, and sexual abuse. - Provides family and couples therapy - Provides diagnostic assessments and psychological testing and evaluations, as needed, including specialized diagnostic assessments for children ages 2 and older - Provides trauma-focused therapies including Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) psychotherapy. - Provides telehealth and in-person appointments. Locations: Albert Lea and Austin

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Girls
Depression
Boys
Conjoint Counseling
Oppositional/Defiant Disorder
Community Mental Health Agencies
Child/Adolescent Residential Treatment Facilities
Mental Illness/Emotional Disabilities
Bipolar Disorder
Borderline Personalities
Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder
Family Counseling
Individual Counseling
Child Abuse Issues
Chronic/Severe Mental Illness
Anxiety Disorders
Telemedicine
Children and Youth With Emotional Disturbance
Adolescent/Youth Counseling
Psychological Assessment
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing
Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Psychological Testing
Residential Treatment Programs: - Family Centered residential treatment for youth, ages 6 - 21. Provides short- and long-term residential treatment programs including intensive support and care for emotional, behavioral and mental health issues. Specializing in depression, anxiety, trauma, oppositional behavior, ADHD, borderline personality, bi-polar conditions relational problems, attachment issues, parenting support, family conflict, sexually problematic behaviors, and emotional/physical/sexual abuse. - Bridging Program: provides continuity of care for residents Location: Austin Outpatient/Community Mental Health Services: - Provides outpatient individual therapy for children, youth, and adults specializing in depression, anxiety, trauma, oppositional behavior, ADHD, borderline personality, bi-polar disorder, relational problems, attachment issues, parenting support, family conflict, sexually problematic behaviors, and emotional, physical, and sexual abuse. - Provides family and couples therapy - Provides diagnostic assessments and psychological testing and evaluations, as needed, including specialized diagnostic assessments for children ages 2 and older - Provides trauma-focused therapies including Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) psychotherapy. - Provides telehealth and in-person appointments. Locations: Albert Lea and Austin

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Girls
Depression
Boys
Conjoint Counseling
Oppositional/Defiant Disorder
Community Mental Health Agencies
Child/Adolescent Residential Treatment Facilities
Mental Illness/Emotional Disabilities
Bipolar Disorder
Borderline Personalities
Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder
Family Counseling
Individual Counseling
Child Abuse Issues
Chronic/Severe Mental Illness
Anxiety Disorders
Telemedicine
Children and Youth With Emotional Disturbance
Adolescent/Youth Counseling
Psychological Assessment
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing
Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Psychological Testing
?Residential care facility providing educational services and a variety of other services. Annandale Residence Work toward the goal of returning the girls age 12 to 18 years old to their homes or other homes that are in the best interest of the adolescent. Village Ranch will help adolescents who are struggling with a range of mental health and behavior issues: - Oppositional Defiant and Conduct Disorder - Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) - Depression and Anxiety - Bipolar and Mood Disorders - Mild Chemical Dependency Residence is also offered to females needing Protective Services (CHIPS). Residential Care includes: - On-site individual, group, and family therapy to address specific behaviors - Programming which includes social skills and anger management - Trauma-Informed Care - Evidence-Based Practices - Cognitive Behavioral Groups - "Voices" Curriculum - Peer accountability groups - Opportunity to complete court-ordered community service - On-site Sholund School for Girls - Religion education (optional) - Chemical dependency outpatient treatment through a contracted agency Cokato Residence Work toward the goal of returning boys age 12 - 18 years old to their homes and helping adolescents who are struggling with a range of mental health and behavior issues: - Oppositional defiant and conduct disorder - Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) - Depression and anxiety - Bipolar and mood disorders - Mild chemical dependency Residence is also offered to children needing protective services (CHIPS). Residential care includes: - On-site individual, group, and family therapy to address specific behaviors - Programming that includes social skills and anger management - Peer accountability groups - Opportunity to complete court-ordered community service - The option to attend a local school - Religion education (optional) - Chemical dependency counseling Hutchinson Residence Focus on building the independent living skills of teenage boys, ages 15 to 19 years old so they may successfully return to the community. These residents enter our program voluntarily, through a court order, or through the Child in Need of Protective Services (CHIPS) program. While in residence, they benefit from a multi-disciplinary team to give them support, structure, and therapy to limit the risk of detrimental behavior. Residential care includes: - Individual, group, and family therapy - Life skills coaching, including money management, meals and nutrition, personal appearance and hygiene, health, housekeeping, education, job seeking, birth control, parenting and more - A requirement to attend the local public school (for those who have not graduated from high school or do not have a GED) - The option to receive a post-secondary education (for those with a high school diploma or GED) - Ongoing employment skills and learning Rochester Residence Focuses on building the independent living skills of teenage boys, age 15 to 19 years old, so they may successfully return to the community. Residents enter the program voluntarily, through court order, or through the Child in Need of Protective Services (CHIPS) program. While in residence, they benefit from a multi-disciplinary team to give them support, structure, and therapy to limit the risk of detrimental behavior. Residential care includes: - Individual, group, and family therapy - Life skills coaching, including money management, meals and nutrition, personal appearance and hygiene, health, housekeeping, education, job seeking, birth control, parenting, and more - Requirement to attend the local public school (for those who have not graduated from high school or do not have a GED) - The option to receive a post-secondary education (for those with a high school diploma or GED) - Ongoing employment skills and learning

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At Risk Youth
Girls
Boys
Juvenile Offenders
Child/Adolescent Residential Treatment Facilities
Youth
Residential program for girls ages 12 to 21 who are at risk or have been sexually exploited/trafficked. Services include: - Educational groups that are relationally focused for at-risk and sexually exploited girls - Independent living, job skills, and employment readiness program - Mentors from The Family Partnership- PRIDE visit monthly ?- School program - Therapeutic equine programming - Trained and experienced leaders/survivors working collaboratively with therapists to develop individual restoration plans for each participant ?- Two-part curriculum series that includes The SHINE Curriculum, and Beyond Trauma- A Healing Journey for Women

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Equestrian Therapy
Sex Trafficking Victims
Group Homes for Dependent Children
Girls
Females
Peer Role Model Programs
Child/Adolescent Residential Treatment Facilities
Life Skills Education
At Risk Youth
Provides therapeutic, residential care treatment program for adolescents whose sex is assigned as female who are experiencing emotional and behavioral challenges. This intensive, supportive environment is typically appropriate for children and adolescents that have tried outpatient services and are unable to be supported at home or in their community due to their mental health needs. Services may include: - Aftercare services - Individual and group DBT therapy and DBT skills building - Intensive parenting and caregiver support -On-site registered nurse (during business hours) - Psychiatric assessment and ongoing medication management - Trauma-informed care approach

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Children and Youth With Emotional Disturbance
Mental Illness/Emotional Disabilities
Adolescents
Girls
Child/Adolescent Residential Treatment Facilities
Preadolescent Children
Residential program with 24 beds that provides a supportive, structured environment in which girls learn to make responsible choices and become mature young women. Services include: - 24-hour awake shift staff - Employment skills training and work projects - Individual case plan and goals - One-to-one counseling sessions - Provides addiction groups, sexuality groups, family groups, and anger management group - Therapeutic equine programming

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Group Counseling
Girls
At Risk Youth
Females
Family Counseling
Equestrian Therapy
Case/Care Management
Group Homes for Dependent Children
Individual Counseling
Life Skills Education
Anger Management
A safe and secure shelter provides a 12-bed facility in a healing environment for young women and girls being sexually exploited and trafficked. Services include health care, mental and chemical health services, on-site education, advocacy, and family reunification when appropriate. The program generally lasts about 6 to 12 months.
Year-round day and summer resident camping and outdoor education throughout Minnesota and Wisconsin at Camp Elk River, Camp Lakamaga, and Camp Singing Hills. Visit the Girl Scouts' website for more program information and locations. Examples of activities for outdoor exploration include ice or rock climbing, hiking, biking, horseback riding, archery, boating, and wilderness trips.

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Day Camps
Residential Camps
Preadolescent Children
Girls
Scouting Programs
Adolescents
Primary School Age Children
Residential Treatment Programs: - Family Centered residential treatment for youth, ages 6 - 21. Provides short- and long-term residential treatment programs including intensive support and care for emotional, behavioral and mental health issues. Specializing in depression, anxiety, trauma, oppositional behavior, ADHD, borderline personality, bi-polar conditions relational problems, attachment issues, parenting support, family conflict, sexually problematic behaviors, and emotional/physical/sexual abuse. - Bridging Program: provides continuity of care for residents Location: Austin Outpatient/Community Mental Health Services: - Provides outpatient individual therapy for children, youth, and adults specializing in depression, anxiety, trauma, oppositional behavior, ADHD, borderline personality, bi-polar disorder, relational problems, attachment issues, parenting support, family conflict, sexually problematic behaviors, and emotional, physical, and sexual abuse. - Provides family and couples therapy - Provides diagnostic assessments and psychological testing and evaluations, as needed, including specialized diagnostic assessments for children ages 2 and older - Provides trauma-focused therapies including Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) psychotherapy. - Provides telehealth and in-person appointments. Locations: Albert Lea and Austin

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Girls
Depression
Boys
Conjoint Counseling
Oppositional/Defiant Disorder
Community Mental Health Agencies
Child/Adolescent Residential Treatment Facilities
Mental Illness/Emotional Disabilities
Bipolar Disorder
Borderline Personalities
Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder
Family Counseling
Individual Counseling
Child Abuse Issues
Chronic/Severe Mental Illness
Anxiety Disorders
Telemedicine
Children and Youth With Emotional Disturbance
Adolescent/Youth Counseling
Psychological Assessment
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing
Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Psychological Testing
?Residential care facility providing educational services and a variety of other services. Annandale Residence Work toward the goal of returning the girls age 12 to 18 years old to their homes or other homes that are in the best interest of the adolescent. Village Ranch will help adolescents who are struggling with a range of mental health and behavior issues: - Oppositional Defiant and Conduct Disorder - Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) - Depression and Anxiety - Bipolar and Mood Disorders - Mild Chemical Dependency Residence is also offered to females needing Protective Services (CHIPS). Residential Care includes: - On-site individual, group, and family therapy to address specific behaviors - Programming which includes social skills and anger management - Trauma-Informed Care - Evidence-Based Practices - Cognitive Behavioral Groups - "Voices" Curriculum - Peer accountability groups - Opportunity to complete court-ordered community service - On-site Sholund School for Girls - Religion education (optional) - Chemical dependency outpatient treatment through a contracted agency Cokato Residence Work toward the goal of returning boys age 12 - 18 years old to their homes and helping adolescents who are struggling with a range of mental health and behavior issues: - Oppositional defiant and conduct disorder - Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) - Depression and anxiety - Bipolar and mood disorders - Mild chemical dependency Residence is also offered to children needing protective services (CHIPS). Residential care includes: - On-site individual, group, and family therapy to address specific behaviors - Programming that includes social skills and anger management - Peer accountability groups - Opportunity to complete court-ordered community service - The option to attend a local school - Religion education (optional) - Chemical dependency counseling Hutchinson Residence Focus on building the independent living skills of teenage boys, ages 15 to 19 years old so they may successfully return to the community. These residents enter our program voluntarily, through a court order, or through the Child in Need of Protective Services (CHIPS) program. While in residence, they benefit from a multi-disciplinary team to give them support, structure, and therapy to limit the risk of detrimental behavior. Residential care includes: - Individual, group, and family therapy - Life skills coaching, including money management, meals and nutrition, personal appearance and hygiene, health, housekeeping, education, job seeking, birth control, parenting and more - A requirement to attend the local public school (for those who have not graduated from high school or do not have a GED) - The option to receive a post-secondary education (for those with a high school diploma or GED) - Ongoing employment skills and learning Rochester Residence Focuses on building the independent living skills of teenage boys, age 15 to 19 years old, so they may successfully return to the community. Residents enter the program voluntarily, through court order, or through the Child in Need of Protective Services (CHIPS) program. While in residence, they benefit from a multi-disciplinary team to give them support, structure, and therapy to limit the risk of detrimental behavior. Residential care includes: - Individual, group, and family therapy - Life skills coaching, including money management, meals and nutrition, personal appearance and hygiene, health, housekeeping, education, job seeking, birth control, parenting, and more - Requirement to attend the local public school (for those who have not graduated from high school or do not have a GED) - The option to receive a post-secondary education (for those with a high school diploma or GED) - Ongoing employment skills and learning

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At Risk Youth
Girls
Boys
Juvenile Offenders
Child/Adolescent Residential Treatment Facilities
Youth
Scouting uses methods such as camping to guide positive youth development in citizenship, character, and personal fitness. BSA partners with community based organizations to provide year round programs. Parker Scout Reservation is a council owned camp located on North Long Lake. - Facilities include a castle with indoor sleeping and toilet facilities; and modern dining room and kitchen. - Outdoor camping is also available - Camp is available for scout and non-scout youth group rentals - Programs are also available for non-scout groups
Partner with committed adult volunteers to help girls develop leadership skills
The Girl Scouts develops future leaders by helping girls discover new skills, connect with others, and take action in their communities through a nurturing all-girl environment that strengthens a girl's courage, confidence, and character. Programs center on Girl Scout Leadership Experience or GSLE, a collection of engaging, challenging, and fun activities such as: - Earning badges and doing community service projects - Field trips, hands-on program events, and learning opportunities - Life skills - Outdoor opportunities - Science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) - Selling cookies and entrepreneurship

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Adolescents
Girls
Preadolescent Children
Scouting Programs
Leadership Development
Hmong Community
Primary School Age Children
Hispanic/Latino Community
African American Community
Year-round day and summer resident camping and outdoor education throughout Minnesota and Wisconsin at Camp Elk River, Camp Lakamaga, and Camp Singing Hills. Visit the Girl Scouts' website for more program information and locations. Examples of activities for outdoor exploration include ice or rock climbing, hiking, biking, horseback riding, archery, boating, and wilderness trips.

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Day Camps
Residential Camps
Preadolescent Children
Girls
Scouting Programs
Adolescents
Primary School Age Children
Weekly program providing girls and feminine youth with a safe space to discuss development, mental health, struggles, and triumphs. Discussions are supported with soothing activities, development of coping skills, and a focus on active participation and listening skills. Regular participants are recognized monthly with the opportunity to visit local restaurants, coffee shops, etc. for that week of programming.

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Age Peer Networking
Girls
African American Community
Residential Treatment Programs: - Family Centered residential treatment for youth, ages 6 - 21. Provides short- and long-term residential treatment programs including intensive support and care for emotional, behavioral and mental health issues. Specializing in depression, anxiety, trauma, oppositional behavior, ADHD, borderline personality, bi-polar conditions relational problems, attachment issues, parenting support, family conflict, sexually problematic behaviors, and emotional/physical/sexual abuse. - Bridging Program: provides continuity of care for residents Location: Austin Outpatient/Community Mental Health Services: - Provides outpatient individual therapy for children, youth, and adults specializing in depression, anxiety, trauma, oppositional behavior, ADHD, borderline personality, bi-polar disorder, relational problems, attachment issues, parenting support, family conflict, sexually problematic behaviors, and emotional, physical, and sexual abuse. - Provides family and couples therapy - Provides diagnostic assessments and psychological testing and evaluations, as needed, including specialized diagnostic assessments for children ages 2 and older - Provides trauma-focused therapies including Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) psychotherapy. - Provides telehealth and in-person appointments. Locations: Albert Lea and Austin

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Girls
Depression
Boys
Conjoint Counseling
Oppositional/Defiant Disorder
Community Mental Health Agencies
Child/Adolescent Residential Treatment Facilities
Mental Illness/Emotional Disabilities
Bipolar Disorder
Borderline Personalities
Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder
Family Counseling
Individual Counseling
Child Abuse Issues
Chronic/Severe Mental Illness
Anxiety Disorders
Telemedicine
Children and Youth With Emotional Disturbance
Adolescent/Youth Counseling
Psychological Assessment
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing
Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Psychological Testing
Workshop topics include, but are not limited to: - Assertive communication - Computer classes - Decision making and goal setting - Identifying interests, skills, values, and strengths - Job interview skills - Job seeking strategies - Personality and creativity - Resume and cover letter writing - Self-esteem - Stress management

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Job Interview Training
Women
Resume Preparation Assistance
Self Esteem Workshops
Displaced Homemakers
Vocational Assessment
Computer Literacy Training Programs
Assertiveness Training
Workshops/Symposiums
Stress Management
Job Search Techniques
Girls
Communication Training
Scouting programs provide character, citizenship and fitness development youth opportunities. Outdoor emphasis with many science programs, outdoor skills development, and health education.

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Youth Citizenship Programs
Girls
Scouting Programs
Boys
Provides peer counseling services, resources, and referrals concerning issues of personal growth and career development

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Employment Issues
Career Counseling
Women
Girls
Displaced Homemakers
Peer Counseling

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