As an emergency shelter, we provide temporary residential care and specialized services to children that have been abandoned or removed from their homes by Child Protective Services due to abuse and neglect. Children stay in our care for a maximum of 30 to 90 days, depending on their age and circumstances. On average, the children live in our shelter for three-to-four weeks. When they leave our care, they are placed by CPS with a safe relative, in a foster home or are adopted. While at our "home," children are cared for by licensed child care administrators and credentialed staff. Staff requirements include CPR / first aid and behavioral management certifications. Children receive the utmost, comprehensive care, including medical, dental, psychological and educational.