I'm reposting the west ridge shit here, as i want survivors to be able to find it
this place censors mail
forbids phone conversations without staff listening in, and then only if the kid "earned" them
warns parents not to listen to their kids "manipulation" tactics to get withdrawn which they warn will be, and I QUOTE
"the staff beats me"
"the food is not nutritious"
"the school (academics) aren't good)
Who is this plabe affiliated with
they have "agreements" ...cedu?
bullshit begins
If Only....
There was a place that could truly help my child... and my family find peace
Our Passion - Change of Heart
West Ridge Academy has a passion for helping young men and young women achieve change of heart through Principle-Centered Change. It is the core of everything we do!
West Ridge Academy recognizes the necessity of all the professional disciplines, i.e. educational, medical, clinical treatment teams and counselors to facilitate positive change in our youth.
We strongly believe that long term behavioral change comes as a result of the discovery, implementation and practice of spiritual and moral values. In contrast, the absence of these values produces negative behavior. We also believe that the families of each young man and young woman need guidance and training in healthy family interaction to ensure lasting change. In essence, we combine professional therapy involving both the young person and his or her family together with the development of spiritual and moral values.
What to Expect
Learn more about what to expect for you and your child!
Understanding the Basic Model
To best understand the steps your child and your family will be going through in order to accomplish the results (change of heart and accountability), it is important to understand the West Ridge Change model. (See Diagram Below).
The process we use to change the lives of our students and their families is presented in the West Ridge Change Model. This model is a reflection of our more than 43 years of working with troubled students in a residential setting.
Results
no proof it works though, in 43 years
On the left side of the model you will see these three areas: Results, Tools, and Foundational Principles. There is one main result we are interested in achieving at West Ridge: we want each student to have a change of heart. Behavioral change will come with a change of heart, but is not the primary result we are after. Many young men and young women can change their behavior for a period of time in an effort to fool those providing care; whether parents or a residential treatment center. Behavioral change alone is not lasting. However, if the heart’s desire is a productive life, a good relationship with family, sobriety, and so on, good behavior will follow as a byproduct. We focus on the heart.
Foundational Principles
In order to bring a student to a change of heart, there are five foundational principles we must apply.
1. Family—We believe family is the foundational unit of society. A strong family will help create an environment where lasting positive change can be realized. Accordingly, we focus on family with therapy, visits, and seminars. We want our students connected to their families wherever possible.
2. Spirituality—A connection with Deity can change the life of a troubled soul. God, however understood by our students, motivates them to be better, to love deeper, and to appreciate more. We encourage our students to be more devout in whatever faith they bring to the Academy.
3. Integrity—The world does not embrace a liar. Most of our students come to us lacking integrity. This lack of integrity impacts every aspect of their lives. [/b]Without integrity our students will not enjoy satisfying relationships, meaningful employment, or, most significantly, internal peace.
4. Work/Service—The “Iâ€
