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How can we pay for our teens treatment?

By Stephen C. Schultz Having started my career in healthcare in 1985,  I have witnessed the implementation of managed care and the standard of preauthorization. I frequently have conversations with clinicians, educational consultants, school district administrators, and parents about the critical need for residential treatment services. One question that is always discussed—but often asked last—is: "How much does it cost?" There is no doubt that privately funding treatment for your son or daughter can place an additional financial burden on your family, compounding the emotional stress of your teen's struggles. To help ease this concern, I have compiled a list of ideas and resources that parents have successfully used to fund treatment. While it often requires creativity and persistence, many families have been able to accomplish what initially seemed impossible. Most families use a combination of the options listed below. I hope you find this information helpful. Pote...