Ryther Child Center’s Sub-Acute Care Program provides intensive treatment 24/7 for children ages 6–12 with significant histories of abuse and neglect and resultant behavioral and emotional challenges. Our multidisciplinary team includes full time psychiatry, psychology, case management and therapy provided by Masters level clinicians. Compassionate counselors maintain a predictable and nurturing environment. Most children attend Ryther’s on-campus K-8 school and enjoy appropriate outings and activities. After treatment, children transition to a less restrictive setting, including Ryther’s own therapeutic foster care. Ryther operates three cottages with beds for 36 children ages 6-12. Children may receive treatment on campus from 30 days up to one year. Our cottages offer as home-like a setting as possible. Children eat family-style meals prepared by staff, and have their own bedrooms. A staff to client ratio of 1:2.5 creates a safe and stable environment, and allows us to offer caring attention while children receive intensive treatment.