A Deep Dive into Outcomes at Teen Challenge Adventure Ranch
Measuring success in the world of addiction, behavior, and chronic mental illness is subjective at best. If an addict relapses after 18 months of sobriety–is that 18 months of success or 1 failure?
If a young man is at risk of dropping out of high school due to a struggle with ADHD or depression and they get help and graduate but still have some degree of difficulty with daily routines is that a success or a failure?
The reality is, for many, recovery is about managing expectations, celebrating the wins, and finding productive ways to navigate the setbacks. At Teen Challenge Adventure Ranch, we absolutely have miraculous stories of transformations that have healed and renewed entire families.
Those are the peaks, those are the feel-good moments that keep us going. More often, we see degrees of improvement in the context of human nature. How that improvement is experienced varies by individual and family. Let’s take a closer look at the different ways that we measure success and how Teen Challenge Adventure Ranch compares to similar facilities.
Quality of Care
Since 2019, we have collected more than 300 surveys from clients and their families to better understand the quality of services that we provide and how effectively our services meet their needs.
Overall, 98% of former clients are consistently satisfied with the level of care they receive at our facility. Clients feel that their clinicians understand their needs, listen to their concerns, and genuinely feel that they are able to grow, change, and recover.
These positive relationships build a foundation for effective treatment. As a result, former clients report that they feel better about themselves, make better choices, are equipped with skills to handle daily problems, and can be of service to others.
Personal Growth
One of the key areas of focus in recovery is personal accountability. For 9 out of 10 former clients, a better understanding of their addiction or mental health condition helps facilitate sustained recovery.
Our therapists utilize a trauma-based therapeutic approach that focuses on empowering individuals to take an active role in exploring their emotions and understanding their reactions. Through this knowledge, individuals are better able to connect their behavior to a true cause. Then, they can begin to recognize triggers, utilize healthy coping strategies, and intentionally choose reactions that are appropriate in each situation.
Social or Relational Growth
One of the key differences between Teen Challenge Adventure Ranch and other residential treatment facilities is that we emphasize the social or relational aspect of long-term success. We go beyond identification and symptomatic treatment to include social skill development in a variety of settings that translates to better success with families and in life.
For both clients and their families–99% report a better relationship after treatment at Teen Challenge Adventure Ranch.
This growth comes from:
✔ Life Skills Classes
✔ Family & Group Therapy
✔ Family Involvement in Case Management
✔ Structured, Community-Based Living
✔ Family RECONNECT Weekends
✔ Relational Mentorship
Spiritual Growth
Another differentiator, and one reason that families consistently choose Teen Challenge Adventure Ranch over other facilities is that our Christ-centered approach supports spiritual growth.
Statistically, studies have shown that faith-based recovery programs are up to 20% more effective than comparative programs without a faith-based component. This is because faith helps us feel connected, called, loved, seen, and important.
At Teen Challenge Adventure Ranch, 3 out of 4 students will make a decision for Christ. This includes choosing to follow the Lord, getting baptized, or pursuing discipleship.
For many, TCAR is more than an opportunity to facilitate recovery, it’s the answer to a calling. Our alumni have served as missionaries or ministers in more than 60 countries around the world.
Ninety-five percent of TCAR clients agree that the spiritual resources provided helped them grow in their faith–even when their experience didn’t include making a personal or public decision for Christ.
Does It Work? Let’s Define Success
As a parent, what you really want to know is–will it work? Can residential treatment help your son? The answer to this is a personal one. It’s relative to the needs of your son and your family. It’s influenced by personal history and lived experiences.
We have been helping families struggling with challenging teens for more than 50 years with successful outcomes. We are thorough in our admissions process so that we can align our services with your needs and make sure that we are a good fit for each other.
Residential treatment isn’t the right answer for every individual. But when your son is struggling with complex trauma that manifests as an addiction, mental health struggle or behavioral problem, it might be the right choice for him.
Our admissions team will diligently and patiently walk through that decision process with you. If you choose placement, our team will begin working with your family from day one to build tailored, individual treatment and aftercare plans that set you and your son up for success.
Are you ready to talk? Get in touch with our admissions team today!