Services for Teens

Domestic Violence Hotline and Chat

The Domestic Violence Hotline is a 24/7 Bilingual (Spanish and English) service for people who are experiencing domestic violence. Callers talk with a degreed, trained advocate about their unique situation. The hotline counselors are trained to respond to crisis situations, safety plan and to refer to a variety of community services. Many callers find relief simply by connecting with the hotline counselor. The hotline call sometimes leads to entering one of the domestic violence shelters.

(302) 762-6110

The CHILD, Inc. anonymous Live Chat feature is available on the right side of the screen, click on the green circle with the conversation bubble.

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Anger Management for Youth

CHILD, Inc. provides an 8-week anger management course for youth ages 10-17.  This unique program is designed for adolescents struggling with anger who need to build conflict resolution skills.  Anger Management for Youth (AMY) provides structured support to help develop healthier coping mechanisms and improve youth outcomes.  Our evidence-based curriculum focuses on the “ABCD” method. Please call for more information.

(302) 254-5523

Emergency Shelter for Children Experiencing Abuse and Neglect

The mission of CHILD, Inc.’s Governor Terry Children’s Center is to reduce the risk, occurrence, or recurrence of child abuse and neglect by providing a safe emergency home, meals, clothing and age-appropriate activities and counseling to children, ages 9 – 17. CHILD, Inc. has operated the Governor Terry Children’s Center for over 50 years as a 10-bed, short-term (30 – 45 days) emergency shelter. The children in the center are in the care/custody of the State of Delaware and referrals are accepted only through the Division of Family Services. No outside referrals are permitted.

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Specialized Foster Care

CHILD, Inc.’s Specialized Foster Care Program is contracted with the Department of Services for Children, Youth and Their Families to provide foster family placement for youth, males and females, ages 8 to 18. These youth have experienced recent or past abuse and/or neglect at the hands of parents, guardians, or caregivers.

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Children/Youth Who Witness Domestic Violence within the Family

The Helping Children Heal program serves children age 4 to 18 who been exposed to intimate partner abuse in their homes as well as their families and caregivers. Treatment focuses on safety planning, working through feelings related to the violence, and developing skills to break the intergenerational cycle of violence. Services include individual, sibling, and family counseling, using traditional talk therapy as well as play therapy. Parent sessions are held to assess progress, provide ongoing education regarding the impact of intimate partner violence on children, and teach partnering skills.

Call for more information.

(302) 762-8989

24 Hour Runaway Hotline and Runaway and Homeless Youth Counseling

The Runaway and Homeless Youth Program (RHY) provides temporary emergency shelter to youth between the ages of 12 and 17.  In addition, the RHY Program provides free individual/family intervention sessions and community referrals.  The goals of the RHY Program are to help address family conflict, reduce out-of-home placement, and reduce youth homelessness within Delaware.  The RHY Program serves as a vital link between youth, families, and CHILD, Inc. services.  If you are a youth in need of assistance or are working with a runaway or homeless youth, please contact our hotline at (302) 762-6373.

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Kids Place

In 2014, CHILD, inc. opened an additional location within the Sparrow Run community called Kids Place.

Kids Place provides educational and recreational activities and programs to children and youth residing in the community of Sparrow Run.

All youth residing in the Sparrow Run community are eligible to join.

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Words of Support

"One of the CHILD, Inc. classes was required of me, so at first I was hesitant to come. I questioned how much value I was really going to get, but the amount of information I have received from this class has been astounding! This class gave me so many tools. I feel more confident in my abilities & I have really seen a change in my children using some of the techniques I learned.”
GrandparentWestminster Church
"Please note that because of my CHILD, Inc. Advocate being on my side I can finally be free from this domestic violence cycle. This was one of the hardest times of my life. I felt broken and alone. If you program did not exist I would not have survived much for being by my side. If I can ever pay it forward, please reach out. You are appreciated."
DVAP Client
"I just want to thank CHILD, Inc. course, RHY so much. They have absolutely been a huge blessing to my daughter’s life and mine. Since being involved my daughter has made huge strides and I must also include myself. Leah was awesome. She gave us both the tools we needed for communicating and life. We can actually talk now and enjoy each other’s conversations. My daughter has goals now. She is enrolled in a College High School. She comes in on time and is more focused. She is staying out of trouble and on track. She made a new set of friends. We tried programs in the past but failed. But our time with RHY really paid off. I would recommend it to everyone.”
ParentPatrice H.
“I would recommend the CHILD, Inc. courses to all young adults, also the 13-20 year olds who might be babysitters! This type of course should be mandatory before graduating high school. I feel strongly about this program for all young people to be exposed to this type of material & training”
Parent of InfantCHILD, Inc. site
"The class at CHILD, Inc. helped me in so many ways. I have two teenagers who are out of control in their own way. This class taught me how to better communicate with my children. All the topics were helpful to me. I wish the class was longer so I could learn more information to helpful us through more situations that come up. I would recommend this class to everyone & strongly let them know this class will help them A LOT! I really appreciate this class."
Parent of TeensLaverty Lane site
"The CHILD, Inc. class helped me grow and become more understanding & patient. It may sound crazy, but since I started your class I feel my relationship with my daughter & her mother as well, has already begun to improve. I am extremely grateful for this & greatly appreciate you coming into prison to help parents like me.”
InmateHoward R. Young Correctional Facility
"The CHILD, Inc. course was extremely informative & the atmosphere pleasing. I am amazed at the knowledge I acquired & put to good use. Listening to other parents going through the same thing as myself was both enlightening and inspiring. This class should be given to the general public.”
Parent of 4 & 12 year oldsWoodlawn Library
"My experience with the RHY program was very helpful. My counselor Leah gave me an environment to express my feelings out in the open and freely share what I’ve been through. She was open minded to what I said but still gave options for me to help with the situation I was facing. I greatly appreciate all the help and support I got from the RHY program and would recommend it to anyone.”
From a Youth