Campus Residential
Our Campus Residential Programs provide short term (7 to 8 months) stabilization for abused and at-risk boys who usually come to us after numerous unsuccessful placements in the regular foster care system. We utilize a successful treatment model called the Psychoeducational Model or PEM, balancing new scientific discoveries in psychology with old fashioned family love and respect. Two of the main techniques of PEM are effective praise ("catching kids being good") and proactive teaching (reinforcing new social skills when the kids are NOT in crisis).
Residential Treatment Program...
Providing a safe haven.Our Residential Treatment Program cares for boys ages 11 to 18, we offer an intensive, structured therapeutic environment 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. As the boys work towards more permanent placement, we provide educational and recreational opportunities, as well as individual, group and family counseling. This program employs the Girls and Boys Town Psychoeducational Model (PEM).
Campus Education Program...
Teaching Values and Skills.In addition to traditional middle school and high school curricula, the campus school (Jefferson County Public School affiliated) emphasizes social skills and remedial instruction for students needing special education. Our goal is to have residents earn their high school diplomas and either prepare for further studies, enter the work force successfully or qualify for the armed services. We also offer a specialized GED program, conducted by Jefferson County Public Schools, to assist transitional and permanent clients complete their education.
Pre-Independent Living...
Preparing Teens for Adulthood.This campus-based program provides intensive life skills training to older male adolescents. The focus of the program is educaion and employment in order to pave the way for successful transition to independent living.
