S.T.A.R.S. Children’s Home
Stabilization - Trauma Integrated Care - Assessments - Resources - Services
S.T.A.R.S. will have professionals that will work collaboratively to assess a child in the following areas:
Medical/pediatrics
Developmental
Educational
Psychiatric/psychological
Neuropsychology
Speech and Language/Hearing
Family/cargiver
Family History
History (previous assessments)
Consultation with Elders, and various cultural leaders as needed.
In-Home visits as much as possible.
Every member of the child’s support network will play a key role in the child’s future.
Collaborating with communities is essential. This program is geared towards empowering communities to create a better future for children.
S.T.A.R.S. will help communities develop their own resources and expertise. It is a partnership for the well-being of children.
S.T.A.R.S. will provide follow- up to the caregivers and resources. This is essential to ensure the child continues on the path of healing.
S.T.A.R.S. will provide Short Term (90 days) for children 8 years and under.
Capacity: 8 children above the age of 4 and 4 children 4 and under (including babies)
Referrals for S.T.A.R.S. will include the following but not limited to:
Defiant behavior
Aggressive towards self, others and property
Depression – lethargic
Failure to thrive
Sleep disturbance
Suicidal ideation
Sexual inappropriate behavior
Has experienced exposure to family violence, physical abuse, sexual abuse, malnutrition, emotional abuse,
Exposed to parental dysfunction (drug use, alcohol use etc.)
Speech difficulties
Developmental delay
Socially disconnected
Our Dream Home
At S.T.A.R.S. Children's Home, we dream of building a place where every child feels safe, supported, and truly at home. Below you'll find a glimpse into that dream — a thoughtfully designed space that meets the unique needs of children healing from trauma. This is more than a building — it’s a sanctuary of hope and healing. And with your support, we can make it a reality.
We are deeply grateful to Naama Messer for generously providing the conceptual floorplans and renderings that bring this vision to life. Her creativity and care have helped us imagine a space where healing begins the moment you walk through the door.
Every wall, room, and window in this design has been envisioned with care — to offer comfort, stability, and healing to children in need. Your support helps us move one step closer to building this dream. Together, we can create a home that transforms lives.