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Lakeside Academy (Minnesota Adult & Teen Challenge)

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Buffalo, Minnesota

Level of care
Residential, Therapeutic boarding school
Ages
14 to 18
Insurance listed
Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna, Humana, Mayo Clinic, Medica, PreferredOne, UCare, Minnesota Department of Health (MDH), Medicaid / Medical Assistance
Phone
(844) 768-8336
Address
100 Garrison Ave NE, Buffalo, MN 55313
Website
boysteenchallenge.mntc.org

7 sources, newest retrieved Jun 23, 2026. Record researched Jun 23, 2026.

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Published program summary

Faith-based (Christian) residential treatment and recovery center for teen boys ages 14-18 set on a 48-acre campus in Buffalo, MN, operated by Minnesota Adult & Teen Challenge, combining licensed substance use and mental health treatment with on-site academics in a camp-style environment.

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Services and populations

Levels of care
Residential, Therapeutic boarding school
Specialties
Adolescent substance use disorder, Co-occurring mental health, Bipolar disorder, ADHD, Depression, Anxiety, Self-harm, Anger management, Faith-based / Christian recovery
Modalities
Individual therapy, Group therapy, Family therapy, Cognitive behavioral therapy, Licensed chemical dependency counseling, Licensed mental health counseling, Community meetings / community groups, On-site academics / education
Ages
14 to 18
Genders served
Boys (male adolescents) only
Parent organization
Minnesota Adult & Teen Challenge

Admissions and program details

Operating status
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Typical length of stay
Typical residential program ~90 days; longer-term recovery program 6-9 months

Insurance and credentials

Insurance listed
Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna, Humana, Mayo Clinic, Medica, PreferredOne, UCare, Minnesota Department of Health (MDH), Medicaid / Medical Assistance
Accreditation
The Joint Commission (Gold Seal of Approval), Licensed by the Minnesota Department of Human Services as a Rule 2960 children's residential treatment facility
Approximate published capacity
~24 (residence hall "currently sleeps 24 residents")

Location

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Address
100 Garrison Ave NE, Buffalo, MN 55313
County
Wright County

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