Leech Lake Tribal Adolescent Program

Located in the serene setting of Cass Lake, Minnesota, the Leech Lake Band of Ojibwe’s outpatient adolescent treatment program offers culturally supportive and structured treatment for youth 12-18 years old and their families who reside on the Leech Lake Reservation. The program is a vital component of the broader Addictions and Dependency Program, which aims to promote recovery and wellness for individuals, families, and the community by empowering them to live free from substance abuse and alcohol dependency.Healing Through Education and SupportThey offer education on critical topics such as alcohol and drug abuse, co-occurring disorders, cross-addiction, and stress reduction. The program supports practices and approaches that acknowledge, respect, and respond to diverse cultural backgrounds and experiences for both the adolescents and their families.Affordable Care for Local YouthIn order to be eligible for services, individuals must reside on the Leech Lake Reservation, be an adolescent male or female aged 12-18, and have a Rule 25 assessment referral. They also request a birth certificate and social security card from individuals receiving services. Treatment costs are covered through medical assistance (MA), the prepaid medical assistance program (PMAP), or the consolidated chemical dependency treatment fund (CCDTF), helping make care more affordable and accessible for adolescents and their families.