Mission Statement
 The MILL seeks to help abused, neglected and at-risk youth and their families to develop and establish appropriate values, healthy relationships, behaviors, and life skills that will lead to responsible and productive lives.

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Residential Treatment


The MILL is located on Elmwood Road on a 27-acre site in a rural setting on the Northwest side of Rockford, in northern Illinois. The facility is licensed by the department of Children and Family Services for youth 7-21 years old who are in need of structured treatment interventions to deal with serious behavioral and emotional issues.

The highly structured residential program of the MILL has the capacity for 40 youth. Youth are referred from the Department of Children and Family Services, various probation departments, school districts, and the Department of Corrections.

While residents complete their tenure in the residential program, they attend The MILL School, an Illinois State Board of Education approved school for behavior disordered children, that operates year round.

Treatment includes group therapy, art, music and recreational activities, athletics, life skills, and aftercare services.

Residential Services

  • Youth demonstrate significant emotional and/or behavioral issues that preclude them from living in a community setting.
  • Length of stay varies from 6 to 24 months, depending on individual needs and progress.
  • Residential youth attend either The MILL theraputic day school, a public school, or pursue a GED.
  • The professional staff works cooperatively with community mental health agencies, law enforcement organizations and educational institutions to coordinate effective intervention for youth.

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