Nexus-Mille Lacs Family Healing

Nexus-Mille Lacs Family Healing We are dedicated to our mission of changing the course of a child's life by stabilizing families.

Important Update: By the end of September, we will phase out the Nexus-Mille Lacs Family Healing page and trans...
08/14/2025

Important Update: By the end of September, we will phase out the Nexus-Mille Lacs Family Healing page and transition our content over to the Nexus Family Healing page.

While our page will be removed, our programs and services to our youth, families, and community will remain. Continue to see Nexus-Mille lacs stories, news, and updates by following Nexus Family Healing. Thanks for following and supporting us—we hope to see you there!

The Tickets for Kids Charities - MN program made it possible for 6 lucky Youth to attend Valleyfair! A special thanks fo...
08/08/2025

The Tickets for Kids Charities - MN program made it possible for 6 lucky Youth to attend Valleyfair! A special thanks for the customer service staff at Valleyfair who helped us with our tickets. Our guys absolutely love everything about Valleyfair and thoroughly enjoyed themselves!

To learn more about our treatment programs please visit: http://ow.ly/FakC50D8U1z

15 of our youth had an unforgettable night at the Lynx Inspiring Women Night Game on Tuesday, July 22, at the Target Cen...
08/01/2025

15 of our youth had an unforgettable night at the Lynx Inspiring Women Night Game on Tuesday, July 22, at the Target Center! The event featured various entertainers and an award presentation. Then it was time to settle in and cheer on the Lynx in their 91-68 victory vs. the Chicago Sky. A big thanks to Minnesota Lynx for making this fun and educational opportunity available to us!

Thanks to the Nexus-Mille Lacs staff who did such a wonderful job organizing our recent Summer Kick-Off event. Activitie...
07/19/2025

Thanks to the Nexus-Mille Lacs staff who did such a wonderful job organizing our recent Summer Kick-Off event. Activities included: Bazooka Ball, dunk tank, yard games, pig roast, and a Pinewood Derby. This super fun day helped create fond memories for staff and youth alike!

To learn more about our treatment programs please visit: http://ow.ly/FakC50D8U1z

07/17/2025

Because of our supporters, youth in our care receive trauma-informed care that sets them on a path toward healing and hope.

Thank you for believing in us, and in them.

Thank you to everyone who stopped by our Root Beer Float Stand during Onamia Days!  The weather didn't always cooperate ...
06/27/2025

Thank you to everyone who stopped by our Root Beer Float Stand during Onamia Days! The weather didn't always cooperate during the weekend, but it does mean so much when friendly folks stop by to support and engage with our youth.

To learn more about our treatment programs please visit: http://ow.ly/FakC50D8U1z

Spring and early summer is a wonderful time of get back to nature for our youth and staff.  As such, we recently went ab...
06/20/2025

Spring and early summer is a wonderful time of get back to nature for our youth and staff. As such, we recently went about enjoying some fresh air and tidying up our grounds. While doing so, we came across an adorable baby fawn in the high grass along our woodline!

To learn more about our treatment programs please visit: http://ow.ly/FakC50D8U1z

At Nexus Family Healing, we know that feeling safe, seen, and supported is essential to healing, especially for LGBTQ+ y...
06/13/2025

At Nexus Family Healing, we know that feeling safe, seen, and supported is essential to healing, especially for LGBTQ+ youth.

This Pride Month, learn how to support your loved one in their gender expression with empathy, education, and love. Your support can be a powerful part of their healing journey.

Read our blog for simple, thoughtful ways to show up: https://buff.ly/mTUZ7Pf

Congratulations to our recent Onamia Academy graduates!   We recently had six youth graduate from high school.  We recog...
06/06/2025

Congratulations to our recent Onamia Academy graduates! We recently had six youth graduate from high school. We recognize all of your hard work and will be cheering for each of you in your future endeavors!

To learn more about our treatment programs please visit: http://ow.ly/FakC50D8U1z

Our Community Outreach Committee took some time to appreciate our local law enforcement, firefighters, first responders,...
06/04/2025

Our Community Outreach Committee took some time to appreciate our local law enforcement, firefighters, first responders, and teachers with baskets of snacks, beverages, and specialty items. Thank you for your dedicated service & for being there for our youth!

To learn more about our treatment programs please visit: http://ow.ly/FakC50D8U1z

Nexus-Mille Lacs Family Healing has partnered with Onamia Pathways (Onamia’s food shelf) since 2009. The need in our com...
05/30/2025

Nexus-Mille Lacs Family Healing has partnered with Onamia Pathways (Onamia’s food shelf) since 2009. The need in our community is substantial.

Nexus-Mille Lacs staff once again filled the food drive table to help put food on the table of local families. They generously donated $190 and 309 pounds of food & household items.

To learn more about our treatment programs please visit: http://ow.ly/FakC50D8U1

“We can’t wait a month — my son needs help now.” This is the reality for too many families right now. Overwhelmed, afrai...
05/29/2025

“We can’t wait a month — my son needs help now.”

This is the reality for too many families right now. Overwhelmed, afraid, and searching for the mental health care their child urgently needs.

At Nexus Family Healing, we’re working hard to reduce wait times, and expand and adapt our services, but we can’t do it without you.

Your gift brings healing within reach for families in crisis.

Donate today: https://buff.ly/UUugw8h

Address

407 130th Avenue S
Onamia, MN
56359

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 8am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8am - 4:30pm
Friday 8am - 4:30pm

Telephone

+13205324005

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Our Story

Nexus-Mille Lacs Family Healing is located approximately 75 miles north of the Twin Cities, on a 40-acre wooded lot, just outside the town of Onamia, MN. The northern Minnesota site allows for outdoor activities like camping, canoeing, and hiking. Treatment programs focus on boys, ages 10-19, with significant mental health issues and sexually problematic behaviors, and other special needs. Nexus-Mille Lacs also operates a group home in Onamia.

In addition, these boys may have lower intellectual functioning (IQs from 55-70), pervasive developmental delays, and/or other special needs. Some may also struggle with Autism Spectrum Disorders, Reactive Attachment Disorder, Fetal Alcohol Syndrome/Effect, Attention Deficit Disorder, Disruptive Behaviors, Impulse Control Disorders, and/or other Brain-Based Disorders.

Treatment interventions address sexually problematic behaviors, boundary issues, and the resolution of personal victimization issues. Individual therapy, family therapy, group therapy, experiential and brain-based therapy, recreational and vocational programming, psychological assessment, psychiatric and medication monitoring, medical services, and independent living skills are all integral aspects of treatment. We treat each boy as an individual and recognize his unique needs and history.

Learn more at www.nexusfamilyhealing.org/nexus-mille-lacs-family-healing/residential-treatment-programs.