Get Help Today: (515) 461-8556
IS YOUR TEENAGER OR YOUNG ADULT SHOWING SIGNS OF SUBSTANCE ABUSE?
Ember Recovery has helped over 5,000 youth across Iowa.

Residential Addiction Treatment Cambridge, IA

Healing Starts with Hope

Ember Recovery, Residential Addiction Treatment, provides a successful, individualized, and evidence-based recovery program in a safe, homelike atmosphere for youth ages 12-17 and a separate young adult program for youth ages 18-24.

1 in 6 people struggle with substance use in their lifetime—and 90% start as a teen.

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6,536

Overnight stays in Ember Recovery’s Residential Addiction Treatment program in 2022

5,000+

Residential addiction treatment clients served since the beginning of the program.

What Are the Benefits of Ember Recovery?

Adolescents and Young Adults Focus

Our welcoming & trauma-informed campus is the first of its kind in Iowa, catering to our youth.

Gender Responsiveness

Gender-specific treatment & homes helps youth develop coping skills, healthy relationship-building skills, & relapse prevention strategies.

Continuing Education

Youth continue their education while in treatment and, in many cases, are able to catch up on high school credits they previously missed.


Home-Like Atmosphere

We offer an environment focused on recovery and well-being.

Strengthening Families

We are a licensed provider of the Strengthening Familes Program and offer family weekends, family therapy & virtual family sessions.

Reset Your Future

We focus on getting kids off the path of prison and juvenile detention. An ember may be about to go out, but can be saved & stoked.

Learn More

Accreditations & Memberships

Treatment Works

Recovery is possible.

Call Now: 1-515-461-8556

Ember Recovery | Adolescent residential treatment center in Iowa

What is the Cost for Residential Treatment?

Our financial team works with each family to find a funding option that fits your needs—whether it’s commercial insurance (including Blue Cross Blue Shield options), Medicaid, or private pay. Our team at our adolescent residential treatment center in Cambridge Iowa can also work with you to set up payment plans.

Verify Insurance Now

Most Insurance Accepted

In This Together

We understand the importance of family on the journey to recovery. At Ember Recovery, family is integrated into treatment through visits, family therapy, and virtual parent information sessions.

Throughout the year, Strengthening Family Weekends allow current residents and their family members to come together for trainings, meals, and games. At our adolescent drug treatment in Cambridge Iowa, we teach parents how to support their kids through bonding, setting boundaries, and monitoring.

Home Away From Home

Residential Addiction Treatment offers youth the opportunity to heal in a comforting and comfortable space. Our caring staff provides safety and security as youth begin to recover from addiction.

Our Staff, Your Advocates

Our counselors are highly trained to help build coping skills, educate on substance abuse and motivate youth to be successful in their journey toward sobriety. Each individual client’s progress is reviewed by the treatment team during a weekly supervision.

Learn More


Welcome to Ember Recovery Campus

A New Home for Healing and Hope—Now Open!

Ember Recovery Campus is officially open and accepting referrals for youth and young adults seeking a path to healing and lasting recovery. Surrounded by a peaceful, nature-based setting near Cambridge, Iowa, Ember Recovery Campus offers residential addiction treatment, crisis stabilization, and emergency shelter—all within a retreat-style environment designed to inspire healing, hope, and personal growth.

At Ember, we believe in the power of new beginnings. Much like a small ember can be reignited into a strong flame, we help young people overcome life’s challenges and rediscover hope. Our thoughtfully designed campus features cozy cottages, wellness and recreation spaces, nature trails, and specialized therapy areas—all fostering mental wellness and long-term success.

Together, we’re creating a brighter future for Iowa’s youth. Referrals are now open—ignite the spark of recovery today.

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A Lifetime of Support for a Lifetime of Recovery

We continue to support youth after they graduate from our program and return to
their communities. Our Cambridge adolescent addiction treatment offers:

Weekly virtual alumni support group

Check-ins from Ember recovery advocate

Scholarships to pursue higher education

Learn More

What Does a Brighter Future
Look Like?

  • "I learned ways to cope with my anxiety. I also learned how to step back and look at a situation before I react—and that not every situation needs a reaction."
  • "My daughter learned to love, value, and respect herself and our family. Home is home again because of the treatment she received."
  • "I am confident I can stay sober because I know I can reach out for help at any time."
  • "My sobriety brought me the ability to be happy again in such an indescribable way."
  • "At Ember Recovery I was taught how to have self-respect. I realized I had it in my control to stay clean."
  • "Ember Recovery believed in me when I was at the lowest of lows. They gave me a chance to be the best version of myself."
  • "Ember Recovery created a safe, comfortable environment for my daughter to work through all her issues."

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Introducing: Ember Recovery, Residential Addiction Treatment

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Teen Addiction Treatment
Get Help Today: (515) 461-8556
IS YOUR TEENAGER OR YOUNG ADULT SHOWING SIGNS OF SUBSTANCE ABUSE?
Ember Recovery has helped over 5,000 youth across Iowa.

Residential Addiction Treatment Cambridge, IA

Healing Starts with Hope

Ember Recovery, Residential Addiction Treatment, provides a successful, individualized, and evidence-based recovery program in a safe, homelike atmosphere for youth ages 12-17 and a separate young adult program for youth ages 18-24.

1 in 6 people struggle with substance use in their lifetime—and 90% start as a teen.

Learn More

Ember Recovery | Adolescent addiction treatment Cambridge IA

6,536

Overnight stays in Ember Recovery’s Residential Addiction Treatment program in 2022

5,000+

Residential addiction treatment clients served since the beginning of the program.

What Are the Benefits of Ember Recovery?

Adolescents and Young Adults Focus

Our welcoming & trauma-informed campus is the first of its kind in Iowa, catering to our youth.

Gender Responsiveness

Gender-specific treatment & homes helps youth develop coping skills, healthy relationship-building skills, & relapse prevention strategies.

Continuing Education

Youth continue their education while in treatment and, in many cases, are able to catch up on high school credits they previously missed.


Home-Like Atmosphere

We offer an environment focused on recovery and well-being.

Strengthening Families

We are a licensed provider of the Strengthening Familes Program and offer family weekends, family therapy & virtual family sessions.

Reset Your Future

We focus on getting kids off the path of prison and juvenile detention. An ember may be about to go out, but can be saved & stoked.

Learn More

For teens struggling with addictions and mental health issues, residential treatment is a key step in their recovery journey. Ember in Cambridge, Iowa, offers comprehensive and specialized care for adolescents who need support to move forward. With an experienced team of professionals and evidence-based programs, Ember provides the resources needed for lasting success.

Oftentimes, teens can feel overwhelmed by the idea of seeking help due to fear or embarrassment. But it's important to recognize that addiction is a serious issue that should not be taken lightly--residing at a facility specifically designed for teenagers allows them to get the assistance they need without feeling judged or ashamed. Below are ten reasons why residential teen addiction treatment through Ember is the best solution for lasting success.

10 REASONS TO SEEK RESIDENTIAL TEEN ADDICTION TREATMENT:

1. It provides a safe environment for recovery - Residential treatment centers remove teens from environments that may be triggering or unsafe and instead provide them with 24/7 care in an atmosphere of healing and support.
2. It allows teens to learn how to cope with stressors in healthier ways - Teens will gain the skills needed to handle difficult situations without relying on addictive behaviors like substance abuse or self-harm.
3. It offers individualized plans tailored to the needs of each teen - Every client is unique, so their plan should be too! Ember's programs are customized based on each individual's needs and goals.
4. It provides access to evidence-based treatments - Ember utilizes evidence-based therapies such as cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectal behavior therapy, trauma-informed care and family systems intervention.
5. It helps teens build a strong support network - From peers in the program to professional treatment staff, teens are surrounded by people who understand their struggles and will help them achieve their goals of recovery.
6. It offers group therapy sessions - Through group therapy sessions, teens can learn from one another and be reminded that they are not alone in their experience.
7. It incorporates family involvement when appropriate - Teens don't have to go through this difficult journey on their own. In our program, family members can participate in individual and family therapy sessions to support their loved one's recovery.
8. It offers post-treatment planning - The goal of treatment is not just to get sober but also to provide teens with the tools they need to stay that way! Ember will help clients develop a plan for transitioning back into their everyday lives after treatment ends.
9. It promotes academic success- Teens attending residential treatment have access to onsite education programs tailored to their needs so that they can remain caught up academically during this pivotal time in their lives.
10. It teaches life skills - In addition to providing clinical care, Ember helps teens build the necessary life skills they will need in order to live a healthy and successful life.

VERIFY YOUR INSURANCE FOR TEEN ADDICTION TREATMENT AT EMBER

At Ember, we understand the struggles that come with addiction and mental health issues--which is why we are committed to providing our clients with the support they need for lasting success. With specialized programs, experienced professionals, and family involvement when appropriate, residential teen addiction treatment through Ember offers teens the resources needed for long-term recovery. Contact us today to learn more!

Ember Recovery
(515) 461-8556
32385 580th Ave.
Cambridge IA 50046 US

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Accreditations & Memberships

Treatment Works

Recovery is possible.

Call Now: 1-515-461-8556

Ember Recovery | Adolescent residential treatment center in Iowa

What is the Cost for Residential Treatment?

Our financial team works with each family to find a funding option that fits your needs—whether it’s commercial insurance (including Blue Cross Blue Shield options), Medicaid, or private pay. Our team at our adolescent residential treatment center in Cambridge Iowa can also work with you to set up payment plans.

Verify Insurance Now

Most Insurance Accepted

In This Together

We understand the importance of family on the journey to recovery. At Ember Recovery, family is integrated into treatment through visits, family therapy, and virtual parent information sessions.

Throughout the year, Strengthening Family Weekends allow current residents and their family members to come together for trainings, meals, and games. At our adolescent drug treatment in Cambridge Iowa, we teach parents how to support their kids through bonding, setting boundaries, and monitoring.

Home Away From Home

Residential Addiction Treatment offers youth the opportunity to heal in a comforting and comfortable space. Our caring staff provides safety and security as youth begin to recover from addiction.

Our Staff, Your Advocates

Our counselors are highly trained to help build coping skills, educate on substance abuse and motivate youth to be successful in their journey toward sobriety. Each individual client’s progress is reviewed by the treatment team during a weekly supervision.

Learn More

Ember Recovery | Adolescent drug treatment Iowa


Welcome to Ember Recovery Campus

A New Home for Healing and Hope—Now Open!

Ember Recovery Campus is officially open and accepting referrals for youth and young adults seeking a path to healing and lasting recovery. Surrounded by a peaceful, nature-based setting near Cambridge, Iowa, Ember Recovery Campus offers residential addiction treatment, crisis stabilization, and emergency shelter—all within a retreat-style environment designed to inspire healing, hope, and personal growth.

At Ember, we believe in the power of new beginnings. Much like a small ember can be reignited into a strong flame, we help young people overcome life’s challenges and rediscover hope. Our thoughtfully designed campus features cozy cottages, wellness and recreation spaces, nature trails, and specialized therapy areas—all fostering mental wellness and long-term success.

Together, we’re creating a brighter future for Iowa’s youth. Referrals are now open—ignite the spark of recovery today.

Learn More

A Lifetime of Support for a Lifetime of Recovery

We continue to support youth after they graduate from our program and return to
their communities. Our Cambridge adolescent addiction treatment offers:

Weekly virtual alumni support group

Check-ins from Ember recovery advocate

Scholarships to pursue higher education

Learn More

What Does a Brighter Future
Look Like?

  • "I learned ways to cope with my anxiety. I also learned how to step back and look at a situation before I react—and that not every situation needs a reaction."
  • "My daughter learned to love, value, and respect herself and our family. Home is home again because of the treatment she received."
  • "I am confident I can stay sober because I know I can reach out for help at any time."
  • "My sobriety brought me the ability to be happy again in such an indescribable way."
  • "At Ember Recovery I was taught how to have self-respect. I realized I had it in my control to stay clean."
  • "Ember Recovery believed in me when I was at the lowest of lows. They gave me a chance to be the best version of myself."
  • "Ember Recovery created a safe, comfortable environment for my daughter to work through all her issues."

Introducing: Ember Recovery, Residential Addiction Treatment

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