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Green Chimneys Residential Treatment Center (RTC) and Therapeutic Special Education Program (Brewster Campus)

Brewster, New York · Part of Green Chimneys Children's Services, Inc.

Level of care
Residential treatment (RTC)
Ages
6 to 21
Insurance
School district funding via Committee on Special Education (CSE) or Planning and Placement Team (PPT) contracts (NY statewide and Connecticut), Medicaid for eligible students (typical for referred youth)

Listed as operating. 6 sources, newest retrieved Sep 25, 2026. Record researched May 24, 2026.

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Published program summary

Unique, multi-faceted nature-based therapeutic residential treatment program on a 550-acre Brewster campus integrating 300+ animals, farm, gardens, and outdoor adventures into treatment for emotionally fragile youth aged 6-21 who have been unsuccessful in traditional educational settings. Combines intensive RTC structure and support with an accredited NY State 853 therapeutic special education school (small student-to-staff ratios), trauma-informed milieu therapy, animal-assisted and nature-based interventions, vocational/life skills development (including David Hall independent units), and strong family-centered partnership. Rolling admissions via school district referral; highly structured and supportive environment emphasizing individualized plans, empathy, responsibility, and community reintegration.

Services and populations

Genders served
male and female (co-ed residential program serving boys and girls)
Specialties
Anxiety Disorders, Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Autism spectrum disorder (ASD), Bipolar Disorder, Impulse Control Disorder, Mood Disorders, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), Reactive Attachment Disorder, School Phobia and Refusal, Emotional, behavioral, and academic challenges, Nature-based and animal-assisted therapy, Therapeutic special education (NY State 853 approved school/program)
Modalities
Milieu therapy, Trauma-informed care, Individualized strength-based planning and assessments, Family involvement and partnership, Nature/animal-assisted interventions (300+ animals, farm, gardens, outdoor adventures on 550 acres), Vocational, life skills, and independent living training (e.g., David Hall unit), On-site accredited therapeutic special education with small ratios (e.g., 8:1:2)
Service area
Typically this program is available only to residents of Putnam, Westchester, and Dutchess Counties but with the current ability to provide services remotely, all Green Chimneys families are welcome to apply.
Approximate published capacity
Approximately 100+ beds in the RTC program (multi-unit cottages/dorms on campus)

Admissions

Typical length of stay
Varies by individual needs; year-round program focused on stabilization, skill-building, academic progress, and successful transition back to home school district or lesser restrictive settings

Daily life and family

Family involvement
  • Therapists arrange family sessions twice monthly, offering daytime, evening, and some weekend hours.
  • Parents and guardians can access additional resources and support through monthly psycho-education groups and trainings.
  • Monthly sibling groups are offered on campus during Parent Training Sundays at the same time as parent groups.

Insurance and payment

Insurance listed
School district funding via Committee on Special Education (CSE) or Planning and Placement Team (PPT) contracts (NY statewide and Connecticut), Medicaid for eligible students (typical for referred youth)
Payment notes
Primarily funded and referred by the student's home school district CSE/PPT. Accepts students from across New York State and Connecticut. Residential treatment located exclusively on the Brewster Campus. Rolling admissions, case-by-case. Day school (TDS) option also available.

Credentials and public record

Accreditation
New York State 853 approved special education school/program, Residential Treatment Center (RTC) program
Public record
Not yet checked
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Location

Address
400 Doansburg Road, Brewster, NY 10509
County
Putnam County

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