Group Homes

Our licensed group homes provide a nurturing and structured living environment and intensive support for youth ages 12 – 18 whose primary issues stem from family conflict, family drug abuse, mental health issues, school and/or social difficulties, or criminal activity.

Services include:

shared living space, meals prepared on-site
single bedrooms
on-site classroom and education
crisis detention and de-escalation
youth support groups
support to transition toward independent living
life-skills development

"We are so appreciative of your kindness and thoughtfulness. You made a scary situation doable and set our fears to rest. We appreciate all you do.”
– Parents of a St. Cloud Group Home youth

St. Cloud Group Home

For referrals, contact Carrie Neid, Prorgram Manager
(320) 259-6764

Von Wald Group Home

For referrals, contact Laura Johnson, Program Manager
(507) 280-0110

Residential support services
for young men and women ages 12 – 18
in Saint Cloud, MN

Residential support services
for young men and women ages 12 – 18
in Rochester, MN

1101 Washington Memorial Drive
Saint Cloud, MN 56301

4435 Bamber Valley Road SW
Rochester, MN 55902

180 Degrees St. Cloud Group home is a safe place for youth in crisis. When home is not safe or when youth need to confront behavioral issues, staff at St. Cloud Group Home are ready to help.

THE BIG PICTURE

A nurturing, safe, and structured living environment that promotes positive choice-making through learned skills and support
Continuous 24-hour supervision
Professional, multi-disciplinary team approach

APPROACH

Gather past history and conduct any appropriate new assessments
Create an individualized service plan (ISP)
Establish behavioral consequences and interventions
Coordinate services with families, other engaged providers, and treatments facilities
Help understand, acknowledge, and promote accountability

ACADEMICS

On-site school with ISD 742
Full-time teacher and full-time paraprofessional
Individualized academic support

MENTAL HEALTH

Daily support groups within and outside the group home
Referral and transportation to community counselors, therapists, and treatment facilities

INNER RESILIENCE

Daily recreation opportunities
Community service opportunities

VOCATIONAL EXPLORATION

Establishment of employer expectations for employee behavior
Career exposure through presentations by community professionals
Resume and interview coaching
Opportunities to earn money within the group home to purchase items

TRANSITIONING OUT OF THE PROGRAM

Focus on successful family reunification, whenever possible, or independent living skills
Contracted home visits to support families and the youth after the youth leaves the group home

LICENSED CARE

Licensed by the Minnesota Department of Corrections - 2960 Rules

The Von Wald Group Home is a critical component in services provided to at-risk youth in the greater Rochester area. Situated on a tranquil 10-acre rural setting, the Von Wald Home offers a safe alternative to juvenile detention or life on the streets.

"Von Wald Group Home provides a nurturing and structured living environment. With support from staff, youth learn how to take responsibility for behaviors in the past, and why taking responsibility is important for them and for others."
– Kevin Torgerson
Sheriff, Olmsted County

"Von Wald is a great place to have in Rochester. Most of the kids that come here got caught up with the wrong crowd or fell into peer pressure and made the wrong decisions. Staying at Von Wald,I learned that people really do want to help me and I can change my life around once I set my mind to it".
– Von Wald resident, age 16

THE BIG PICTURE

A nurturing, safe, and structured living environment
Continuous 24-hour supervision
A professional, multi-disciplinary team approach