Alternative Family Placement
Who We Are:
The Alternative Family Placement Program focuses on providing a loving, traditional home atmosphere for our young people, in a nurturing environment. This program is licensed to care for youth ages 5 and up who have been victims of abuse, abandonment, or neglect. They live in five cottages with educated, caring staff who help them learn communication and decision-making skills. The cottages are modeled after a traditional home atmosphere. Meals are prepared and shared by the cottage parents and children gathered around the dining table.
Family game nights, devotions, and many other activities help our teens develop positive relationships. Our children attend public school and are encouraged to participate in extra-curricular activities, such as sports, ROTC, and music programs. Upon completion of high school, our young people are encouraged to become a part of our Thrive Independent Living program.
Support:
Social Workers provide our youth with access to professional services to work towards goals based on physical, spiritual, educational and emotional needs. Cottage staff provide support and encouragement to help youth become successful in making life-changing decisions and develop lasting relationships with family and peers.
Offerings:
Tutorial Program: On campus tutoring is available for all young people in our care. Certified teachers give individual attention to those who need extra help with school work.
Recreation: We have a recreation center and gym located on campus. Cottages are encouraged to participate in local community, cultural, and social events.
Religious: Religious education has been a tradition at the Children's Home from the beginning with daily devotions, and weekly worship services.