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Residential: Student Program Information
Students accepted in the program:
We work with young people who are aware of
their need for help and are between the ages
of 16 and 25. Our primary focus is to assist
people in the development of responsible
behavior patterns and to confront weaknesses
which prevent adequate adjustment. We
believe the key element in responsible
living is one's relationship to God, and we
strive to provide an environment where a
genuine commitment to Christ can be
fostered. A wide variety of problems may be
addressed at the Ranch, including substance
abuse, academic failure, recovery from abuse
and emotional trauma, and family
dysfunction. In all cases, the individual
must be willing to participate in all phases
of Ranch life.
 Benefits of the program:
The Ranch is situated on 82 acres in the
country between the old gold towns of Auburn
and Grass Valley, about 50 miles northeast of
Sacramento. The living situation is
co-educational, family oriented, and
designed to promote honesty, empathy and
effective interpersonal communication.
Students are provided with 24-hour
supervision in a loving and safe atmosphere.
They receive discipleship, professional
counseling, education, and social
interaction with staff, trainees and a small
group of students (not more than 18 in number.)
Studying the basics of Christian faith,
worship, supervised work experience,
academics, recreation, and a ropes and
wilderness camping experience are all parts
of the Encounter Ranch program.
Length of commitment:
On the average, students stay in the program
for about one year; some stay for a shorter
period and others much
longer. A high level of motivation and
commitment from the individual is required
if the program is to be successful. Only a
small number of the 600 to 800 people per
year who inquire about the program can be
admitted.
 Financial considerations:
Many people are making sacrifices to make
this program available. Financial support
from individuals and churches make it
possible to offer scholarships of up to 88%
of the actual cost for counseling,
education, 24-hour supervision, training in
social skills, and spiritual discipleship.
These scholarships are based on the family's
annual adjusted gross income. Your tuition
will be between $300.00 and $2,750.00 per
month. Scholarship information will be sent
with the application.
An applicant must be:
[ ] ...between the ages of 16 and 25.
[ ] ...willing to enter the program on
his/her own volition.
[ ] ...able to comply with a structured
schedule.
[ ] ...willing to give up some personal
freedoms, e.g. car, television, radio, etc.
[ ] ...willing to consider basic Christian
concepts and participate in all
spiritual activities, (worship, Bible study,
etc).
[ ] ...willing to accept the responsibility
to work toward emotional and spiritual
healing.
[ ] ...capable of participating in the
academic programs (if he/she is still in
high school).
[ ] ...capable of participating in rigorous
physical activities.
[ ] ...free of addictions to alcohol or
drugs (or will go through detox prior to
admission).
[ ] ...a non-smoker, or willing to quit
before coming to CEM.
[ ] ...free of psychological medications or able to discontinue
their use, with
physician's approval, 30 days prior to
admission.
[ ] ...free of any legal action pending
against him/her.
[ ] ...free of legal requirements to participate
in a diversion program. (Participation in
the CEM program cannot be used to fulfill
any legal requirements.)
[ ] ...non-violent nor a physical threat to
self or others.
If you were able to answer yes to all of the
above, the applicant is a potential
candidate for the residential program of
Christian Encounter Ministries. Applications
will be processed only at certain times
throughout the year based on when we
anticipate openings. To request an
application and further information, please
contact CEM by phone, mail, or email and
indicate that you have reviewed this
information and would like to receive an
application. Please realize we are not able
to take emergency placements. Our
application process typically takes three to
four weeks to complete once we receive a
completed application.
We realize the seriousness of your situation
and hope we can be of assistance to you. We
pray with you for God's guidance and
provision for all of your needs in the days
ahead.
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Student Program Information
