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WERNLE CONFIRMS OUTPATIENT OPERATIONS TO CEASE

(Richmond, IN)--Wernle Youth and Family Services confirmed over the weekend what Kicks 96 and 101.7 The Point News was first to report last Friday morning, and that is that it’s not only ending its residential service, but it is also shutting down its outpatient operations.  Barely more than a month ago, Wernle had said it would continue its outpatient service.  Now, Wernle has indicated those services will also cease.  There are less than ten employees remaining.  In 2006, 150 people worked at Wernle.  Later this week, we’ll highlight some of the recent incidents that is bringing Wernle’s 140-year run to an end.