Orchard Place Campus- Residential Treatment Center

Orchard Place Campus – Residential Treatment Center, located at 925 Southwest Porter Avenue in Des Moines, Iowa, provides intensive, structured mental health services for children and adolescents in need of specialized care. This program, also known as PMIC (Psychiatric Medical Institute for Children), serves youth who often transition from psychiatric hospitals or other treatment settings and require a safe, therapeutic environment with close medical and behavioral support. With a focus on healing, skill-building, and long-term growth, the residential campus offers individualized treatment that integrates therapy, education, and family involvement.

As one of Iowa’s oldest nonprofit organizations, Orchard Place has been serving children and families since 1886. The Residential Treatment Center is certified by The Sanctuary Institute, demonstrating a strong commitment to trauma-informed care and creating a safe, supportive environment for both youth and staff. Services are delivered through a team-based approach that prioritizes personalized treatment, community connections, and family involvement. By addressing mental health, behavioral challenges, and co-occurring substance use disorders, Orchard Place helps children and teens build resilience and achieve stability, laying the foundation for healthier futures.