SERVICES
OUR SERVICES
At Families Facing Forward, we are committed to empowering families and youth by providing comprehensive support services that foster stability, safety, and growth. Our mission is to help families overcome challenges and move toward brighter futures through compassionate, evidence-based care. We specialize in working with families and children facing difficult circumstances, including those affected by abuse, neglect, and delinquency, as well as those at risk of school dropout or family disruption.
We provide a wide range of services, all designed to promote the well-being of children and strengthen family bonds:
Group Home Emergency Shelter Care
Our Group Home Emergency Shelter Care services provide a safe and stable environment for children and youth in crisis. Designed for those who require immediate care due to family disruption, abuse, neglect, or involvement with the juvenile justice system, our emergency shelter offers a structured, supportive setting where children’s emotional, physical, and developmental needs are met.
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Our group home is staffed 24/7 by trained professionals who provide constant supervision and care. The focus is on ensuring the safety, stability, and well-being of each child while addressing their individual needs. We offer services such as case management, crisis intervention, and emotional support, working closely with the Indiana Department of Child Services (DCS), juvenile probation officers, and other agencies involved in the child’s case.
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Children in our shelter receive comprehensive assessments to identify any immediate needs, and we develop a personalized plan to address their health, emotional, educational, and social requirements. We provide a nurturing environment where children can feel secure, while also working to reunify them with their families or find appropriate long-term placements.
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In addition to providing shelter, we engage children in therapeutic activities, life skills training, and educational support to ensure their continued development during their stay. Our team collaborates with other service providers, schools, and community organizations to ensure each child receives holistic care and support.
Our Group Home Emergency Shelter Care program is designed to be a temporary solution, focused on stabilizing the child and helping them transition to a more permanent, supportive environment. We are committed to providing a safe, caring space where children can thrive during a difficult time in their lives.
Family Preservation Services
Our Family Preservation Services are designed to support families who have experienced substantiated incidents of abuse, neglect, or delinquency. These services aim to ensure children can safely remain in their homes with their caregivers by providing targeted interventions that strengthen family dynamics and address identified concerns. We work closely with the Indiana Department of Child Services (DCS) and juvenile probation officers to tailor our services to meet the unique needs of each family.
Our goal is to preserve the family unit while prioritizing the safety and well-being of the child to ensure that our approach is grounded in proven methods for positive outcomes. We also integrate family-driven, strength-based interventions that actively involve all family members in the process of setting goals and addressing safety concerns.
Our services include 24/7 crisis response and intensive safety planning, providing families with continuous support. We also offer concrete assistance, helping families access resources for housing, utilities, food, and other essential needs to prevent child removal and promote family stability.
With the goal of preserving family unity, our services are tailored to each family’s strengths, needs, and goals, and we work diligently to foster a safe, nurturing environment for children to grow and thrive.
