Overview
Elk Island Child & Youth Ranch is a group care and intensive treatment facility that has been operating since 2000. Our programs include short-term or long-term care for children and youth between the ages of 10 and 24 years, who struggle with emotional, behavioural, and/or psychiatric difficulties. The program creates individualized programs to guide youth and
support them towards successful futures.
Facilities are located on 120+ acres in a rural setting approximately 60km North East of Edmonton in the town of Lamont. Elk Island Child and Youth Ranch has an administration office located at 4707 51 Street in Lamont and 2 rural
properties with the capacity of 10 beds.
Mission & Value Statement
Mission Statement
Elk Island Child & Youth Ranch’s mission is to inspire hope and contribute to the health and well being of every child/youth by providing best care through growth and development of their mental, physical, emotional and spiritual needs.
Value Statement
Elk Island Child and Youth Ranch believes in the importance of Unity, Balance, Commitment, Success and Acceptance to guide our youth in achieving their goals:
- Unity – Working Collaboratively with our team, community and outside supports.
- Balance – Providing guidance to promote growth in all areas such as mental, physical, emotional and spirituality.
- Commitment – providing support through consistency and structure to achieve treatment success
- Success – By empowering the youth to develop the tools to succeed
- Acceptance- Promoting integrity, dignity, strength and adaptability through compassion and accepting the diversity of all youth.
