Midwest for Youth and Families

Located near Kouts, Indiana, the center treats youth with complex mental health conditions like bipolar disorder, ADHD, depression, and self-harming behaviors. The center provides short-term residential care designed to help children and adolescents build a life worth living. Their mission focuses on tailored treatment plans and supportive care to meet each youth’s unique needs.Personalized Treatment Plans and Ongoing SupportThe center uses dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) to teach skills that help youth manage emotions and behaviors. They offer individual therapy, family sessions, group work, and specialized programs like equine therapy and art therapy. Staff work daily with residents to coach progress and create personalized treatment plans based on thorough evaluations.Engaging Therapeutic ActivitiesResidents stay in locked, secure units separated by age and gender, with private and shared spaces designed for safety and comfort. Licensed nurses provide 24/7 medical support, while a licensed dietitian plans meals. On-site activities include music, pet therapy, ropes courses, and community outings that help youth practice their new skills in real-life settings.