What Life at Acres Looks Like
Learn about our program, what to expect as a resident, and whether Acres of Diamonds may be the right next step for your family.
What to Expect as an Acres Resident
At Acres of Diamonds, we provide a structured, supportive environment designed to help families build a foundation for long-term stability and success.
Weekly Support & Life Skills Development
Residents meet regularly with their case manager and participate in life skills classes that cover topics such as:
Healthy boundaries
Parenting
Financial stewardship
Conflict resolution
Identity development
Community resources
Mental Health & Wellness
Residents participate in weekly counseling, and therapeutic services are available for children based on their needs.
Employment & Education
Residents are expected to work toward financial stability through employment, education, vocational training, or career development opportunities as outlined in their individualized program plans.
Community Living
Families live in a supportive community and share responsibilities that help develop practical life skills and strengthen independence.
Children’s Services
Children participate in age-appropriate activities and programming that support learning, creativity, healthy development, and emotional well-being.
Recovery Support
For residents in recovery, participation in approved recovery programs and recovery counseling is part of the program experience.
Could Acres be the right program for your family?
We understand that choosing the right program for your family is an important decision.
Because Acres of Diamonds is a structured residential program with specific supports, expectations, and commitments, we use a multi-step admissions process to help both your family and our team determine whether our program can provide the support you are looking for and whether Acres is the right next step for your family’s goals.
Step 1: Submit a Program Application
Complete the Program Application so we can learn more about your family, current situation, and the support you are seeking.
Step 2: Initial Conversation
After reviewing your application, our Intake Coordinator will contact you for a phone conversation to learn more about your circumstances, answer questions, and discuss the Acres program in greater detail.
Step 3: Assessment
Families who move forward in the admissions process will participate in a confidential conversation with our counseling team. This helps us better understand your family’s experiences and current needs, while ensuring that Acres offers the types of support and resources that will be most helpful to you during your time in the program.
Step 4: In-Person Interview
Applicants who move forward in the process participate in an in-person interview with our team.
Step 5: Admissions Review
Information gathered throughout the admissions process is reviewed to determine whether Acres of Diamonds can effectively support the applicant’s needs and whether the program’s structure, expectations, and services align with the applicant’s goals for themselves and their family.
To Begin the Process:
Our admissions process is designed to help both your family and our team thoughtfully evaluate whether Acres of Diamonds can provide the support and resources that will best serve your family’s next chapter.
If you are ready to proceed with the application process, please complete the Program Application using the button below.