*Serve at risk children, families and seniors;

*Develop appropriate services utilizing volunteers and professionals;

*Act as a catalyst for positive change;

*Engage congregations to expand community outreach;

*Develop new and ongoing resources for quality ministry

Children's Village consists of seven (7) state-licensed residential group homes where up to 36 children reside. Each home is staffed with professional house managers, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. The children, ages 3-13 years, live in a home style environment that includes lots of tender loving care, nutritious meals, shopping for clothing, visits to the doctor, attending nearby schools, congregations of various faiths and much more.

The program was initiated in 1995 with one home. The children need a temporary place to live while they await adoption, return to home of origin or placement in extended foster care. They are referred to us by the State Department of Economic Security - Child Protective Services (CPS), Division of Developmental Disabilities (DDD) and the courts. The children come from various ethnic backgrounds, and some have special needs (handicapped). One unique feature of Children's Village is that it provides housing for sibling groups.

The Children's Village manager is happy to receive phone calls  at 327.0199 and schedule visits from individuals or groups who would like to assist in this much needed service and ministry for our community's children.