Southern Peaks Regional Treatment Center
Southern Peaks Regional Treatment Center
Overview of Southern Peaks Regional Treatment Center
Southern Peaks Regional Treatment Center is a 152-bed residential treatment facility serving adolescents aged 10 to 18 who are managing significant emotional, social, behavioral, or psychiatric challenges. Situated in Canon City, Colorado, just 3.6 miles from the city center in Fremont County, the facility is in a car-dependent area where almost all daily activities need transportation. The community is operated by Abraxas Youth & Family Services, a non-profit organization established in 1973. Since its founding, Abraxas has built a diversified service network reaching over 5,000 youth, adults, and families annually via alternative education programs, outpatient counseling, in-home services, shelter and detention services, residential treatment, and re-entry/transition support. Such a history of specialized youth and family support forms the center’s therapeutic approach.
At its core, Southern Peaks Regional Treatment Center operates a thorough treatment model built around individual, group, and family therapy sessions paired with specialized support in social skills training, psychological and psychiatric care, and medication management when needed. The facility’s wellness program highlights personal growth, practical life competencies’ development, and a path toward each resident’s successful transition back to community living as a responsible, productive society member. The facility holds a state license as a Psychiatric Residential Treatment Facility and has dual certifications as a Therapeutic Designation facility and a Certified PREA (Prison Rape Elimination Act) facility. It’s also accredited by the Joint Commission, the nation’s biggest independent health care accreditation body.
Families who seek placement must contact the admissions team to talk about admission criteria and program fit.
152-bed community Rank #38 / 526Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 38th out of 526 homes in Colorado for bed count. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Colorado facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Colorado that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A large-scale community that may provide a wide range of amenities, services, and structured programs.
Walk Score: 7 / 100 Rank #813 / 848Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 813th out of 848 homes in Colorado for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across Colorado facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Colorado that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
About this community
Facility TypeAll Other Factypes
CountyFremont
State License TypesPsychiatric Residential Treatment Facility
CertificationsTherapeutic Designation, Certified PREA Facility
AccreditationsJoint Commission
Admission CriteriaAges 10-18 with significant emotional, social, behavioral, and/or psychiatric disorders
Minimum Age10
Wellness Program
Specific Programsindividual therapy, group therapy, family therapy, social skills training, psychological/psychiatric support, medical/psychotropic intervention
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3.6 miles from city center
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Info below is compiled from the CO Dept. of Public Health & Environment (CDPHE), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.
Communities are listed from highest to lowest based on our ranking methodology.
| Southern Peaks Regional Treatment Center | AL | Canon City | 152
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152
CO AVG
76
Rank
#38 / 526 | No |
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CO AVG
53
Rank
#813 / 848 | - | - | - | - | - |
| Grace Pointe Senior Care Community | AL NH IL MC | Greeley (Cedarwoods) | 53
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CO AVG
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#348 / 526 | Yes |
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CO AVG
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#625 / 848 | Studio / 1 Bed | A+ | Rebeaka Varghese | - | - |
| Clermont Park | AL ADC IL MC NH SNF | Denver (University Hills) | 40
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40
CO AVG
76
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#380 / 526 | No |
66
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66
CO AVG
53
Rank
#283 / 848 | Studio / 1 Bed / Semi-Private Rooms | - | Teresa Neal | Christian Living Neighborhoods | Private pay |
| Hover Senior Living Community | AL IL NH SNF | Longmont | 25
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25
CO AVG
76
Rank
#418 / 526 | No |
46
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CO AVG
53
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#524 / 848 | 1 Bed | - | Shannon Buxmann | - | - |
| Holly Creek | AL IL MC NH SNF | Centennial (East Peakview Avenue) | 25
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25
CO AVG
76
Rank
#418 / 526 | Yes |
39
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CO AVG
53
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#584 / 848 | 1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 Bed | - | - | - | - |
Frequently Asked Questions about Southern Peaks Regional Treatment Center
Is Southern Peaks Regional Treatment Center in a walkable area?
Southern Peaks Regional Treatment Center has a walk score of 7. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
Are pets allowed at Southern Peaks Regional Treatment Center?
No, Southern Peaks Regional Treatment Center has a no-pet policy.
How many beds does Southern Peaks Regional Treatment Center have?
Southern Peaks Regional Treatment Center has 152 beds.
Are there photos of Southern Peaks Regional Treatment Center?
Yes — there are 2 photos of Southern Peaks Regional Treatment Center in the photo gallery on this page.
What is the address of Southern Peaks Regional Treatment Center?
Southern Peaks Regional Treatment Center is located at 700 Four Mile Pkwy, Canon City, CO 81212.
What is the phone number of Southern Peaks Regional Treatment Center?
(719) 276-7500 will put you in contact with the team at Southern Peaks Regional Treatment Center.
What county is Southern Peaks Regional Treatment Center located in?
Southern Peaks Regional Treatment Center is in Fremont County.
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