Residential Care Resources
The All In One Shop
At the Hope Institute Resource Library you will find a collection of valuable tools and instruction. Be sure to spend some time learning from the training videos that cover a wide variety of important residential care topics
It’s not the type of care; it’s the quality of care
The Positive Outcomes for Orphans Study is a groundbreaking linear analysis of outcomes for children in many different care settings. The conclusion: high-quality care—whatever the setting—is the most important factor in predicting future success for high-risk children. Worth the read!
Here’s what they need
The Search Institute’s Development Assets clearly and concisely outline the components that make up the environment in which children can thrive. A checklist you can use to evaluate the health of your campus.
When placement is necessary
This NIH study examines what suitable care looks like when children must be placed. Very technical, but important for anyone navigating placement systems.
It’s all about context
David Nowell blogs on a number of issues, and this one may be very helpful to you. Of course every child should be in a family, but that is not a reality for the foreseeable. Read this blog about how residential play an important role.
With the End in Mind
Really, really important. Kids need to be prepared to live successful lives once they leave care. Scott Brown and the team at CAFO understand this. Be a part of the cure.