Willow Trails Group Home
Willow Trails Home
3290 165th Lane NW
Andover, MN 55304
Phone: 763-753-1551
Fax: 763-753-1888
Program snapshot
- Located in Andover, MN
- For females, ages 12-18, who have demonstrated self-controlled behavior, as well as the ability to successfully regulate their emotions
- 24-hr supervised setting for youth to practice safe community living and strengthen independent living skills
- Effective and positive behavior techniques are incorporated to promote healing in addition to addressing underlying trauma and mental health needs.
- Individual treatment plans along with transitional and/or reunification planning
- Occupational therapy services on site
- Funding is only through county placement funds
Willow Trails Group Home is a program for teen girls ages 12 – 18 who are transitioning from a residential treatment program, offering a safe, supervised setting and fostering personal growth on many levels. Staff facilitate that growth by building supportive relationships with each girl. Working side by side with our youth in character growth, emotional healing, and social maturity while confronting the core issues that resulted in their placement. Effective and positive behavior techniques are incorporated to promote healing in addition to addressing underlying trauma and mental health needs.
Individual treatment plans are developed for each youth based on specific critical goals that are defined by the placing agency. A child’s social development is an important life-long process. Treatment plans are an integral part of the program that include strategies for acceptable behaviors that can be used throughout their lifetime. Quarterly staffing meetings are held to review measurable progress made toward each goal, transitional needs, and reunification planning.
Our program also teaches independent living skills through group presentations, study guides, and informational groups offered in the community. Occupational therapy services are provided on site and are based on the needs of the client. Our goal is to equip our youth with the skills to make it on their own and live socially responsible lifestyles.
“It’s weird to think about, looking back, where I used to be. I didn’t think I’d get this far, and the fact that I did, I’m still getting used to it.”- Youth
For professionals and referral partners
Most youth have successfully completed another Nexus treatment program. But referrals outside of our network will be considered on a case-by-case basis.
To make a referral, contact:
Joe Rubado, Admissions Supervisor
320-630-3507
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Our accreditations
Nexus’ programs in Minnesota are accredited by the Council on Accreditation (COA). Our programs are also licensed by the MN Department of Human Services, with certifications for mental health and restrictive procedures, and hold licensure and certification from the MN Department of Corrections.