IHS Youth Regional Treatment Centers (YRTC)
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Indian Health Service (IHS)
Description
Operates 13 tribally and federally operated residential treatment facilities located across the U.S. to address substance use disorder (SUD) and/or co-occurring mental health disorders (COD) among American Indian and Alaska Native (AI/AN) youth and their families at no cost. Provides a range of education and culture-based prevention initiatives, evidence-based and practice-based models of treatment, family strengthening and recreational activities designed to help AI/AN youth overcome challenges related to mental health and substance use. Promotes holistic, culturally responsive care that integrates clinical services with traditional healing, spiritual values, and cultural identification in a substance-free residential environment to support AI/AN youth in achieving their treatment goals and leading healthy, resilient lives.
What This Program Offers
YRTCs can provide:
- Clinical evaluation
- Substance use education
- Individual, group, and family psychotherapy
- Art therapy
- Adventure-based counseling
- Development of independent living/life skills
- Schooling appropriate to individuals' academic level and needs
- Medication management or monitoring
- Evidence-based and practice-based treatment
- Healthcare for physical and other illnesses identified during treatment
- Aftercare relapse prevention
- Post-treatment follow-up services
Who Can Receive Services from This Program
American Indian and Alaska Native youth diagnosed with alcohol use disorder, SUD, and/or COD and their families are eligible for services. Services are provided at no cost.
Contact the YRTC in your area for more information regarding availability, requirements, and the admissions process.
Geographic Coverage
Nationwide
Topics This Program Addresses
American Indians, Alaska Natives, and Native Hawaiians • Health and Wellness • Healthcare Facilities • Mental Health • Prevention • Substance Use Disorder • Treatment • Youth