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FAQClick on question for the answer.Are parent loans available for NHYR's program? Are there accommodations in the area when it is appropriate to visit our son? Can my son bring a cell phone, i-Pod, or other media devices? Does NHYR accept dangerous or violent boys? Does NHYR use corporal punishment? How do I enroll my son? How do you handle dentist or doctor appointments and medicines? How long do boys usually stay at NHYR? How many kids does New Horizons Youth Ranch deal with at one time? How much does religion get promoted in your program? How soon could my son be enrolled in NHYR? I noticed the program is a one year commitment. Are there acceptations to the one year commitment? Is New Horizons Youth Ranch coed? My son will refuse to go. Are there people who will transport him for me? What church is NHYR affiliated with? What role do parents play in their child's stay at New Horizons Youth Ranch? What types of activities does New Horizons Youth Ranch have for the residents? What type of discipline is used? Why is your tuition so low compared to other programs? Will my insurance company pay for NHYR? Will NHYR accept my son if he is addicted to drugs? Will NHYR administer medications to my son? Are parent loans available for NHYR's program? Yes, you can learn more by going to the Admissions page. TOP of PAGE Are there accommodations in the area when it is appropriate to visit our son? Yes, there are accommodations both on the New Horizons Youth Ranch property as well as locally. Please call for recommendations. Can my son bring a cell phone, i-Pod, or other media devices? No. One of the strengths of the program is removing the boys from the things and people who have formed or contributed to their poor judgments and way of thinking. TOP of PAGE Does NHYR accept dangerous or violent boys? No. The safety and well being of the boys in our program is our number one priority. We will not accept any admissions that could pose a threat to our students. Does NHYR use corporal punishment? No. TOP of PAGE How do I enroll my son? Contact our admissions department to complete a short interview. Our highly trained admissions staff will guide you through the rest of the admissions process. How do you handle dentist or doctor appointments and medicines? The residential staff arranges for doctor visits and transports students wherever they may need to go. New Horizons Youth Ranch has a number of local dental and medical professionals who handle NHYR students during their stay. The staff also distributes medicines according to prescription schedules and generally keeps an eye on the health of each student, caring for them in times of illness and ensuring they get medical attention when needed. Parents are continually kept in the loop and must approve of all medical procedures, prescriptions and expenses. TOP of PAGE How long do boys usually stay at NHYR? Boys are enrolled for a minimum of 12 months; however we see the most long-term success with boys that complete the eighteen month, extended treatment program. How many kids does New Horizons Youth Ranch deal with at one time? NHYR currently has a maximum capacity of 12 residents. TOP of PAGE How much does religion get promoted in your program? We don't promote religion! We base our training on Christian principles, ethics, and values. We focus on character traits not religious doctrine. How soon could my son be enrolled in NHYR? The admissions process usually moves very quickly. The time from application to enrollment is typically less than one week. TOP of PAGE I noticed the program is a one year commitment. Are there acceptations to the one year commitment? On occasion or under special circumstances, and in order to meet a specific need, a shorter or longer program may be considered. Is New Horizons Youth Ranch coed? No, at this time NHYR accepts boys only. TOP of PAGE My son will refuse to go. Are there people who will transport him for me? Yes, there are several teen transport agencies available to assist you. See our Admissions page for recommended agencies. What church is NHYR affiliated with? NHYR is affiliated with the Chapel of Praise and the Mission Church in West Kootenai. We provide treatment from a Christian prospective with a biblical base and are open to boys from all faiths. TOP of PAGE What role do parents play in their child's stay at New Horizons Youth Ranch? Parents are asked to attend three Family Workshops – July, November and March. Parents are encouraged to participate in a 30-minute weekly phone call with their child and also communicate with staff and counselor on a regular basis for updates on their child's progress. Parent involvement will be based on the progress of the child. Parental visits to New Horizons Youth Ranch are welcome, but time with the child may be limited if the child is still on the lower levels or is on restriction. Every connection with parents and family is orchestrated to ensure progress in the student's way of thinking and acting. What types of activities does New Horizons Youth Ranch have for the residents? NHYR believes in the seriousness of counseling and dealing with issues and struggles, and at the same time believes that activities must be provided for fun and active involvement of the kids with our staff. New Horizons Youth Ranch activities include, camping, fishing, hiking, horseback riding, hunting, swimming, as well as other lake activities. We work very hard on issues and problems...but we also play hard. TOP of PAGE What type of discipline is used? NHYR utilizes a positive, incentive based discipline program. We use a system that not only teaches the boys consequences for inappropriate behavior and unwise choices, but also teaches them money management and responsibility. Why is your tuition so low compared to other programs? The tuition at New Horizons Youth Ranch is intentionally kept lower than the average cost of other programs around the country. The tuition covers a portion of the costs to run New Horizons Youth Ranch. Generous donors like you make up the difference. To help meet these general operating needs at New Horizons Youth Ranch, we would be honored for you to partner with us by becoming a donor. You can email us at tharrell@interbel.net to discuss ways in which you might help. The New Horizon Youth Ranch is a 501 (c)(3) nonprofit, charitable corporation and exists specifically to benefit the youth ranch and the needs of teenagers and families in crisis. TOP of PAGE Will my insurance company pay for NHYR? While some insurance companies will pay for all or part of the NHYR therapy fees, many will not. It is up to you to check with your insurance company. NHYR is glad to work with you on this. Please contact us if your insurance company requests additional information on our program or from our therapist. Will NHYR accept my son if he is addicted to drugs? The best way to determine this is by contacting our admissions department. Some drugs or abuse patterns require detoxification prior to admittance to NHYR. Our admissions staff can explain this in greater detail and make appropriate recommendations for your son if detoxification is needed beforehand. TOP of PAGE Will NHYR administer medications to my son? Yes, our staff members are trained in the safe handling of medications and will administer them to your son. All medications are kept locked securely at all times. TOP of PAGE |
 Where Help Brings Hope “During the time that I have lived in West Kootenai, Montana, and as a next door neighbor of New Horizons Youth Ranch, I can honestly say Tom, Rosie and their staff have taught, loved, and in some cases performed miracles with these boys. Having worked with kids most of my life through schools and the Department of Health, I knew a little about what should be going on. I see them when they first come, watch their progress, and I can only come to the conclusion that something is being done right and well. They are happy, cheerful, polite and just a great bunch of boys. Keep up the good work, all.” ~ Eva Baker, Montana |
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