Foothills at Red Oak Recovery® is located on an expansive 94-acre working horse farm in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains just outside of Asheville, NC. At this peaceful and idyllic setting, we specialize in the unique needs of adolescent boys, ages 14–17, struggling with substance use, trauma, and mental health issues. The Foothills campus is bordered by Cub Creek and Duncan’s Creek, allowing for a space for tranquil individual and group therapy sessions to take place, as well as onsite camping, hiking, and river fun.
Call 828.519.5047 to find out more about Foothills and if your son could benefit from a stay at the our campus in tranquil North Carolina.
The Main House
The Foothills campus has beautiful panoramic views of the Blue Ridge mountains. Because of its remote location, most clients choose to take advantage of the available onsite living arrangements in the Main House, which sits at the center of campus. This house has 16 beds total, with 2–3 clients in each room. The Main House has a large kitchen connected to an oversized dining area, allowing clients to join in the kitchen fun if they feel called to the culinary arts! The Main House also has a fitness center and academic classroom, as well as multiple spaces for clients to be with one another during downtime.
The Barn
Our six-stall horse barn is adjacent to a 2,000-square-foot arena, where clients participate in equine-assisted and other experiential therapy. Even clients who initially think they might not like interacting with animals are drawn to the barn and stables. It is a calm and welcoming space where they can connect with four-legged friends.
Horses, pigs, and calves are raised on the farm in a safe, secure environment. Clients participate in daily farm chores like feeding and grooming the animals, as well as learning valuable lessons about responsibility and teamwork.
Campus Recreation
In addition to the ropes course, fire pits, and onsite experiential activities, the Foothills campus has several campsites and hiking trails. These campsites offer several different spaces and purposes – with firepits, grills, picnic tables, and more, they offer the perfect respite for a community meeting, downtime, celebrations, camping, and more. Hiking trails have recently been added as well, with two completed and a third trail in the works. Trails allow for easy access to fun movement and exercise in a serene setting while keeping clients on campus and close to other Foothills activities.
Contact Foothills Today
If you believe your child needs help rediscovering the right path in life, reach out to Foothills at Red Oak Recovery®. Contact us online today or at 828.519.5047 to find out if a stay at our secure campus in the tranquil Blue Ridge Mountains could be the best thing for your son’s mental health.
