An innovative program incorporating academic, behavioral and emotional support in a comprehensive learning environment to help each child achieve new skills and confidence, and return to their home school district with the best chance of success. A student to faculty to teaching assistant ratio that addresses individual learning styles with necessary therapeutic support. Our 300 animals and wildlife play a supportive role in nature-based therapy and educational activities for children with special needs.
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About Us
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Green Chimneys is a multi-faceted nonprofit organization helping young people to maximize their full potential by providing residential, educational, clinical and recreational services, in a safe and supportive environment that nurtures connections with their families, the community, animals and nature.
Our Philosophy
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Green Chimneys is founded on the philosophy that it is healthy and therapeutic for children to interact with nature and provides a treatment setting in which all interactions with staff and the environment have a potential therapeutic value. We strive to give students every opportunity to be a part of the environment, discover their own special talents, and develop the skills and confidence to grow into independent young adults.
Why Animals & Nature
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Established in 1947, Green Chimneys offers therapeutic education, environmental and recreation programs, and clinical treatment including animal-assisted therapy for children with social, emotional and behavioral challenges. The interconnection of human well-being, animal welfare and environmental stewardship is ingrained in Green Chimneys' founding principles.
Our Nature-Based Model
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Decades of practice in human-animal interactions and nature-based therapies have distinguished Green Chimneys as an innovator in special education and residential treatment. The interconnection of human well-being, animal welfare and environmental stewardship is ingrained in Green Chimneys' founding principles and nature-based programs are an integral part of our campuses and organizational identity.
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