How Do You Start A Juvenile Treatment Facility?
Juvenile treatment facilities usually deal with minors or children under 18 years old. You can start a coed facility or work with a specific gender (only females). While treatment facility requirements vary by state, both for- and nonprofit facilities exist. Many facilities serve as compulsory detention centers but provide various services, such as education and health care. Describe ideal participants or juveniles that the facility will serve best. For instance, you might target single teenage mothers or first time offenders who are 13 to 17 years old. You might concentrate on mental health and substance abuse treatment or rehabilitating repeat offenders. Contact the state departments of corrections and juvenile justice about applicable regulations. Consult with an attorney to assess legal exposure (food safety, security, emergency medical equipment) and obtain licenses or permits required to operate a treatment facility. Evaluate potential funding sources (public or private). Federal
