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Philosophy and Mission
Anthony Louis Center believes chemical
dependency and abuse is a problem that affects adolescents
emotionally, socially, and developmentally and as one that
distresses each family member. The program believes
that harmful involvement with mood altering chemicals and/or
chemical dependency is a treatable condition with a
predictable progression and identifiable symptoms. It
is the mission of Anthony Louis Center to help clients
develop the skills and desire to cope with the stresses of
adolescence in a responsible, chemically free manner.
The program provides a family-based approach
to care, making use of a multi-disciplinary staff and the
Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) philosophy. The treatment
services are directed toward the adolescent's behavior:
emotional, social and spiritual. Program components
include an evaluation service, primary treatment and continuing
care.
Although the adolescent is the primary client, family needs are
addressed in each component. Families are provided
services to help their own understanding of chemical dependency
and how it has affected their family and to improve the
potential of a positive recovery for their child.
The Corporation
Anthony Louis Center was established in
1982 by it's Board of Directors, On-Belay of Minnesota, Inc.
a group of health professionals and concerned persons
dedicated to the care and treatment of adolescents with
alcohol and drug abuse problems. The program was
opened in response to the need in the northern suburbs of
Minneapolis and St. Paul to address the adolescent drug
problem. 'On-Belay' is a term from the sport of
mountain climbing used to mean 'securely supported'.
In addition to it's governance responsibilities, On-Belay of
Minnesota, Inc. is the Management Company for Anthony Louis
Center. On-Belay Minnesota, Inc. was established in
1976.
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