Admission Process

The staff at Wellspring is committed to finding the most appropriate care for each child. The process begins when a concerned parent, family member or agency in the community contacts Wellspring. Our Admissions Specialist answers any questions and gathers relevant information from parents or guardians, counselors, therapists, physicians, or other professionals who have worked with the child. After reviewing the available information, an Admissions Team will make a determination of appropriateness for the program.

The Admissions Specialist also helps families determine whether they qualify for State funding and/or whether a family's private health insurance covers the cost.

Admission Criteria:

  • Family Reconciliation Center and Youth Challenge: 10 - 17 years of age
  • Chemical Dependency Treatment Center for Girls: 12 - 17 years of age
  • Problems related to the family including: communication difficulties, lack of respect for rights of others, running away, persistent lying, stealing within the home, argumentative behavior, physical aggression, violation of family rules, etc.
  • Problems related to personal and emotional functioning including: substance abuse, poor judgment-making skills, poor self-esteem, low frustration tolerance, depression and temper outbursts.
  • Problems functioning within the community including: stealing, vandalism, problems with peers and sexual promiscuity.
  • Problems in school including: academic difficulties related to disruptive or delinquent behaviors, poor performance, or exhibiting mild to moderate learning disabilities.