1. Who can be admitted into Wabash Valley Teen Challenge?
Our center admits males age 18+, who are ready and willing to make a complete change in lifestyle. Prior to admission, the applicants are thoroughly interviewed to determine their eligibility.
2. How do I know if I am a candidate for the program?
Are you sick and tired of being sick and tired? Are you ready for a complete change in lifestyle? Are you willing to submit to the authority of our staff? Are you ready to give up your present lifestyle? Are you ready to let Jesus heal you?
If you can answer yes to each of these questions, you’re probably ready for Wabash Valley Teen Challenge.
3. Are the facilities clean and well-maintained?
Most definitely! As a member of Teen Challenge, USA, Wabash Valley Teen Challenge takes pride in their facilities and we work diligently to maintain the facilities.
At Wabash Valley Teen Challenge, you won’t find holes that have been punched in walls by disgruntled residents. We are able to ensure a safe, sanitary environment for our residents because the program is highly disciplined and well-structured.
The Center is inspected daily by our staff, our staff and students take pride in their center!
4. How are the students disciplined?
Students who receive write-ups for rule infractions are disciplined by a discipline committee. Although the discipline can be tough, corporal punishment is not permitted.
5. Following the initial application and enrollment fees, am I required to pay for the help I receive at Wabash Valley Teen Challenge?
Wabash Valley Teen Challenge is a faith-based ministry and receives no state or federal funding. God provides for the needs of our ministry through the generosity of friends, student’s families, churches, and other organizations, however, there is a small tuition cost to every student and you can get more details by calling the center at 812-917-5562
6. Can I tour the Training Center?
Yes. Individual and group tours can be scheduled by calling our office at 812-917-5562
7. Does Wabash Valley Teen Challenge follow abuse prevention procedures?
Most definitely! Our staff are required to follow very strict procedures to ensure they and our students are protected. Staff are not permitted to be alone with any student under any circumstance! This is just one of the many strict guidelines we adhere to without question.*
* Prior to being hired for employment with Wabash Valley Teen Challenge, an extensive background check is conducted on each applicant. Applicants with prior felony sexual abuse convictions are denied employment.
8. Can an applicant be admitted in lieu of incarceration in jail?
Nonviolent offenders may apply for admission after a criminal background check has been conducted. Once accepted for admission, applicants must have:
- Court approval,
- A written statement from the court assuring that the applicant will not be required to be present in the court on any other charges during the applicant’s tenure at Teen Challenge
- Written approval from a probation/parole officer, if applicable. The probation/parole officer must be from the county where the applicant was charged.
9. Upon admission, what type forms will I be expected to sign?
You will be expected to sign the following forms:
- Application for Admission
- Statement of Faith
- Medical History
- Student Enrollment
- Approved Visitor & Caller List
- Rules Agreement / Student handbook
- Release of Liability
- Statement of Responsibility for Liability
- Limited Consent for Release of Confidentiality
- Authorization for Disclosure (Notification Consent Form)
- Consent to Inform Persons of Student’s Presence in the Program
- Christian Discipleship Training Acknowledgement
- Non-Refundable Fees Acknowledgement
- Medical Liability Release
- Personal Belongings Acknowledgement
- Civil Rights Waiver Acknowledgement
- Release of All Rights in Personal Story
- Christian Conciliation and Arbitration Agreement
- Work Skills and Ethics Training Acknowledgement
10. Do I need to be concerned about illegal drugs, fighting, or other illicit behavior at the Wabash Valley Teen Challenge facility?
Absolutely not! Our staff rigorously supervise all students. Therefore, illegal drug possession is not a problem at Wabash Valley Teen Challenge. Upon admission into the program, enrollees and their belongings are thoroughly searched for drug paraphernalia.
Since we only allow students who have a sincere desire for change to participate in our program, most have a positive attitude. Fighting or illicit behavior are not permitted, nor is it a problem on our campus. We are blessed that our students are, for the most part, unified with one goal, to serve God, our community, and each other.
11. What if I experience drug/alcohol withdrawal following my admission into the program?
Wabash Valley Teen Challenge is not a medical treatment center. Therefore, if you feel you will experience withdrawal from drugs or alcohol, you may consider checking into a detox facility prior to your admission here.
In the event a student does encounter severe withdrawal after being admitted into Teen Challenge, he is transported to a local hospital for treatment of the withdrawals.
12. Will I learn a vocational trade at Wabash Valley Teen Challenge?
It is not our goal to teach you a vocational trade but to teach you appropriate ethical work habits.
13. Can I be confident that all of my records and private discussions with Wabash Valley Teen Challenge staff will remain confidential?
Absolutely! Our staff are required to protect the confidentiality of our students at all times.
14. May I leave the program anytime I wish?
Yes. A student is not incarcerated and may remove himself or herself from the program at any time. In the event a student steps off the Training Center campus, he/she is considered dismissed.
