Eckerd Youth Alternatives, Inc.
Clearwater, FL

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Eckerd Plans Temporary
Eckerd Academy Consolidation

After considerable analysis of the current economic climate, Eckerd leadership has made the difficult decision to consolidate Eckerd Academy of the Deer Lodge, Tennessee programming with Eckerd Academy of the Blue Ridge in North Georgia, effective July 1. It is Eckerd's intention for this to be a temporary consolidation until market conditions improve. Eckerd staff members are working diligently to ensure a smooth transition for staff and youth involved.

Located in Suches, Georgia, Eckerd Academy of the Blue Ridge is a licensed, SACS/CASI and COA accredited therapeutic boarding school that specializes in helping boys and girls ages 10 - 19 reach their full potential. Eckerd Academy offers students individualized academic and therapeutic plans through a nurturing, strength-based approach. The program is helping its students achieve significant academic accomplishments - average gains of more than three years in reading and math in just six months. Eckerd Academy is operated by Eckerd Youth Alternatives, a national leader in helping youth succeed since 1968. For more information about Eckerd Academy, visit www.EckerdAcademy.org or call 800-914-3937.