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Lakeside Academy: Residential Treatment and Recovery Center for Teen Boys

Call 844-768-TEEN (8336)

Fax: 855-894-0427

Licensed by MN DHS as a 245G and Rule 2960 Children's Residential Facilityboysteenchallenge.mntc.org

Lakeside Academy is a premier 90 day - 9 month residential treatment and recovery center for boys 14 - 18 years old, who need help managing their mental health and building recovery skills. Set on 48 acres in the Buffalo, MN area, Lakeside Academy treatment, mental health, and other counseling services with a faith-based option available. On-site public school includes conventional, online, and project-based learning.

ServicesOn-Site Public SchoolFunding Options
  • 90-day Residential Treatment Program
  • Optional Step Down to Outpatient with Room and Board
  • Licensed Substance Use Disorder Treatment
  • Co-Occurring Mental Health
  • Academic instruction provided by SouthWest Metro School (ISD #288)
  • Classroom, online, and project-based learning
  • Licensed teachers with experience in credit recovery
  • Integration of IEPs and 504 plans
  • Minnesota state insurance accepted
  • Private Pay - Financial assistance for family quality
  • Title IV-E eligible for Families who qualify