The Ranch accepts youth who are demonstrating behaviors which are life-controlling and/or life-threatening.  Lying, stealing, disrespect of authority, severe acting out of anger, drug and/or alcohol issues, and truancy are some examples of behaviors The Ranch is designed to treat.  The Ranch serves only male youth who are between the ages of 13-17.  Geographically, The Ranch serves youth from all fifty states.  Youth do not have to come on a volunteer basis; however, the adjustment to placement is smoother when they do.