Parent Resources
Find Guidance for Your Family’s Next Step
When your son is struggling, it can be hard to know where to start. You may be looking for ways to reach him at home or trying to understand whether he needs more support.
We’ve gathered resources for parents of teenage boys who are struggling so you can find information that speaks to your family’s situation. Start with the question that brought you here.
Guidance for Parents
When Your Son Refuses Help
You can see that something needs to change, but your son may not be ready to talk about it. Our guide explores ways to keep communication open while maintaining clear expectations at home.
More Advice for Supporting Your Teen
Explore articles that help you better understand what your son may be experiencing and consider how to respond. Find guidance you can return to as new questions come up.
Staying Involved in Your Son’s Care
Family Support
What does your role look like while your son is at Live Strong House? Learn how parents participate in his care and prepare for his next step home.
Family Therapy
Learn how guided sessions give your family space to work through recurring conflicts and practice healthier communication. This page explains how family therapy fits into your son’s care.
Communication With Families
Understand how you’ll stay connected while your son is away. Find information about communication with the team and how contact with your son is supported throughout his stay.
Understanding Residential Care
FAQs for Families
Start here for answers to common questions about your son’s time at Live Strong House. Use this page to prepare for a conversation with our team or find information you need during his stay.
Eligibility
Is Live Strong House an appropriate option for your son? Learn who our program serves and what we consider when evaluating whether we can meet a young man’s needs.
Admissions
Learn how the admissions process works and what to expect when you contact us. Our team takes time to understand your son’s situation before discussing whether the program is a fit.
Need Help Finding Where to Start?
You don’t need to have every question worked out before reaching out. Tell us what has been happening with your son and what concerns you most. We can help you find relevant information and talk through whether Live Strong House may be an appropriate next step.