Chaddock, which has served children and their families since 1853, offers residential and educational services for male and female children and adolescents, ages 8 – 16, who have experienced severe trauma and attachment difficulties, including adoptive and post-institutionalized youth, through its Development Trama and Attachment Therapy program (DTAP); as well as Group Home and Transitional Living Programs for youth ages 16 to 21. The Developmental Trama and Attachement Program is a highly structured, attachment-based residential program focusing on empathic attunement in a nurturing environment. In addition to cottage interactions, youth in the program may attend an accredited on-grounds special education school, and have supervised access to recreational and campus activities on Chaddock’s 30-acre campus. The youth receive individualized therapy, regular family therapy and psychiatric services as needed. A variety of evidence-based trauma therapy techniques are incorporated into treatment including structured psychotherapy for Adolescents Responding to Chronic Stress (SPARCS) and Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT). Additionally Chaddock utilizes Dyadic Developmental Psychotherapy, Theraplay, and sensory interventions to meet youth needs. Cottage staff actively participate in clients’ lives, including involvement in therapy sessions, to engage the youth in a close relationship. Numerous other services are incorporated into treatment including Healing Touch, Recreation Therapy, and varios conseling and therapy groups.The staff/client relationship is a key component of the milieu, giving clients the experience and skills to develop and sustain a relationship with family members. Chaddock believes in a holistic approach to treatment that includes meeting clients spiritual needs. A full- time Chaplain is available to work with students in nurturing the spiritual beliefs of the children and adolescents Parents are expected to visit the program on a regular basis and participate in family therapy sessions. Education and information will be provided to parents throughout the average 12 – 18 month stay in the program to allow them to develop new skills and techniques as their child progresses through treatment.
A core treatment team comprised of a client’s therapist, cottage manager, teacher and family services coordinator meets on a weekly basis and develops an individualized treatment plan for each child. Chaddock is affiliated with the United Methodist Church, and spiritual growth and development opportunities are coordinated by the agency Chaplain. Clients also have the opportunity to participate in a range of community service learning activities to further emphasize the impact of reciprocal relationships beyond their immediate family members. |
