Children's Services
Statement
of Faith
Children's Services
Children's Services
WHO WE SERVE
Supporting youth on their journey toward independence.
We serve children and adolescents ages 8–18 with intellectual
disabilities, mental illness, and emotional or behavioral disorders.
Who We Serve
Supporting youth on their journey
toward independence.
We serve children and adolescents ages 8–18 with intellectual disabilities, mental illness, and emotional or behavioral disorders.
Our Approach
We utilize a multidisciplinary approach to create a safe, structured, and nurturing environment where young people learn to make effective choices and build healthy relationships. We meet all of their core needs:
Psychological & Emotional: Supporting mental health and resilience.
Physical & Social: Fostering healthy body and interpersonal relationships.
Safe Environment: A supportive space designed for growth and autonomy.
Key Focus Areas
Our daily programs focus on essential skill-building activities to ensure well-rounded development:
Daily Living & Social Skills: Practical training for everyday independence.
Interpersonal & Recreational: Activities that promote connection and teamwork.
Community Integration: Helping youth feel connected and engaged with the world around them.
Integrated Services
To provide complete care, we bridge the gap between our youth and vital community resources:
Education & Vocational Training: Provided directly in partnership with the local school district.
Health & Mental Health Connections: Ensuring seamless access to specialized community health services.
Our Ultimate Goals
Empowering youth today for a brighter, more independent tomorrow.
Improve the child’s psychological health, emotional well-being, and overall functioning.
Assist each young person in mastering new skills to achieve the highest level of community independence.
Our Approach
We utilize a multidisciplinary approach to create a safe, structured, and nurturing environment where young people learn to make effective choices and build healthy relationships. We meet all of their core needs:
Psychological & Emotional: Supporting mental health and resilience.
Physical & Social: Fostering healthy body and interpersonal relationships.
Safe Environment: A supportive space designed for growth and autonomy.
Key Focus Areas
Our daily programs focus on essential skill-building activities to ensure well-rounded development:
Daily Living & Social Skills: Practical training for everyday independence.
Interpersonal & Recreational: Activities that promote connection and teamwork.
Community Integration: Helping youth feel connected and engaged with the world around them.
Integrated Services
To provide complete care, we bridge the gap between our youth and vital community resources:
Education & Vocational Training: Provided directly in partnership with the local school district.
Health & Mental Health Connections: Ensuring seamless access to specialized community health services.
Our Ultimate Goals
Empowering youth today for a brighter, more independent tomorrow.
Improve the child’s psychological health, emotional well-being, and overall functioning.
Assist each young person in mastering new skills to achieve the highest level of community independence.
Believing in their strength, guiding their growth.
MORE OF WHAT WE DO
Lives Changed Because of You
“When Austin first came to Hope Haven, everyday routines and activities were a challenge. Through consistent support, encouragement, and compassionate care, Austin began making remarkable progress. Today, Austin is more confident, more engaged, and more independent. Austin participates in daily routines, builds meaningful relationships, and continues to grow.”
Hope Haven’s Children’s Services provide individualized support and opportunities that help young people build confidence, strengthen skills, and work toward greater independence.
MORE OF WHAT WE DO
Lives Changed Because of You
“When Austin first came to Hope Haven, everyday routines and activities were a challenge. Through consistent support, encouragement, and compassionate care, Austin began making remarkable progress. Today, Austin is more confident, more engaged, and more independent. Austin participates in daily routines, builds meaningful relationships, and continues to grow.”
Hope Haven’s Children’s Services provide individualized support and opportunities that help young people build confidence, strengthen skills, and work toward greater independence.
Locations:
Rock Valley, IA
Sioux Falls, SD
Orange City, IA
Rock Rapids, IA
Spencer, IA
Emmetsburg, IA
Estherville, IA
Locations:
Rock Valley, IA
Sioux Falls, SD
Orange City, IA
Rock Rapids, IA
Spencer, IA
Emmetsburg,IA
Estherville, IA
Le Mars, IA
Pipestone, MN
Sheldon, IA
Sibley, IA
Spirit Lake, IA
Sioux Center, IA
Storm Lake, IA
Worthington, MN
Le Mars. IA
Pipestone, MN
Sheldon, IA
Sibley, IA
Spirit Lake, IA
Sioux Center, IA
Storm Lake, IA
Worthington, MN
Hope Haven is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit. EIN: 42-0890017. All gifts are tax-deductible.
15+
Communities Served
50+
Community Living Homes
110
Countries Reached
15+
Wheelchairs Distributed
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both local and
global impact
Hope Haven began in 1964 as a school for children with disabilities in Rock Valley, Iowa. Today, that same vision continues through local disability services across Iowa and Minnesota and our international wheelchair ministry around the world.
At home, we help people
build skills, independence,
and community.
Around the world, we help
provide mobility, dignity, and
opportunity.
Same vision. Two ways to live it.
He smiled so wide, his whole
face changed.
James is 9 years old and lives in rural Kenya. He was born with a spinal condition that left him unable to walk. For years, his mother carried him everywhere. Last March, a Hope Haven International team fitted James with a KidChair specially designed for rough terrain. It cost $300 to build. It changed everything.
Upcoming events
JUNE
5
Fishing Benefit
Spirit Lake, IA
JUNE
17
Golf Benefit
Spirit Lake, IA
AUG
28
Dueling Duo: Keys to the Garden
Spirit Lake, IA