ANASAZI Foundation

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ANASAZI Foundation [1] is a provider of non-confrontational, nurturing wilderness therapy, residential treatment, and drug and alcohol rehabilitation services. The ANASAZI concept arose from university wilderness programs begun in 1968 by Larry D. Olsen and Ezekiel C. Sanchez at Brigham Young University.

A study of 239 participants in ANASAZI Foundation programs from 1993-1995 suggested that 52% of those discharged from the ANASAZI program had either no recurrence or a minor recurrence of presenting problems. Of those graduates who experienced a recurrence of presenting problems 86% received few, if any, fee-based treatments after leaving ANASAZI. Concomitantly, 53% of the parents indicated the program had a positive effect on their child's attitude. 73% of the parents rated ANASAZI's program as excellent.

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The ANASAZI Way is a way of "walking" in the wilderness and in life. Commencing in 1968, Larry D. Olsen and Ezekiel C. Sanchez gleaned and developed the ANASAZI Way from years of trial, error, and experience walking in nature with thousands of young people. They attribute their learning and awakenings to the Creator, their families, perceptive Young Walkers, discerning parents, and their associates at ANASAZI. The principles in the Official Statement and the Ten Guiding Principles constitute the foundation of the ANASAZI Way.

It is the mission of ANASAZI Foundation to prepare parents and children to turn their hearts to one another and walk in harmony in the wilderness of the world.

ANASAZI offers its "troubled teen program" as an alternative to teen boot camp. Treatment at ANASAZI addresses issues as they relate to the choices the child is making in the relationship with his/her parents.

ANASAZI's program is founded upon tried and true principles and methods. The founders of ANASAZI have more than 35 years of experience serving at-risk youth in outdoor settings. The non-profit organization provides a nationally accredited and licensed wilderness youth program, otherwise known as an outdoor behavioral healthcare program, based in beautiful Arizona.

The unique ANASAZI treatment model is effective, traditional, and proven. ANASAZI's programs are conducted free of manipulation or force, in a safe and supportive natural environment. Young people attending ANASAZI are known simply as Young Walkers -- they are not labeled in any way. These Young Walkers learn by themselves to trust, to grow and to challenge old thoughts and behaviors. The approach is individualized, supportive and positive.

ANASAZI is licensed by the Arizona Department of Health Services, Office of Behavioral Health and the Department of Economic Security, Administration for Children Youth and Families. ANASAZI is accredited nationally by Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations (JCAHO) and the Council on Accreditation of Services for Families and Children (COA).

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