Residential Treatment Program

One psychiatrists provide regular onsite psychiatric assessments and meet with children monthly to evaluate the need for and effectiveness of medication.

Psychological testing is provided by psychologists on an annual basis to maintain updated assessment and testing information for each child.

Therapeutic childcare specialists work daily to reduce high-risk behaviors exhibited by children, including aggression, self-harm and suicidal ideation, running away and sexually acting out. Our highly educated and trained team maintains a staff-to-child ratio of 1:3 to give each child more personalized attention and care 24 hours a day.

While children undergo treatment, HHH ensures all basic needs are met, including nutritious meals and snacks, clean living space, new clothing and help with hygiene and self-care. We also work with children to develop healthy self-care habits for the future.

Our Education and Intake Coordinator oversees the enrollment and educational plans for all children. Through a partnership with The University of Texas, HHH’s onsite charter school caters to the unique educational and behavioral needs of our children. The small class size of eight students helps maximize learning for children with higher emotional needs. Children can also attend neighborhood public schools upon admission or transition to public school during treatment as progress is made. The Education and Intake Manager maintains close communication with principals, teachers and staff members to monitor each child’s progress and discuss any changes needed to help the child succeed. Children also participate in an eight-week summer academic enrichment program called Discovery Time focused on social and emotional learning and enhancing reading, math and science skills through experiential learning.

We believe that connecting children to new talents and interests is an integral part of the healing process. HHH currently offers over 50 different enrichment activities, including music lessons, running club, cooking class, Spanish lessons, yoga, golf, gardening and art class. Children participate in more than 10 enrichment activities and off-grounds field trips each week.

A healthcare team ensures each child has regular physical, dental, and vision exams and provides transportation to all medical appointments. The healthcare team also administers all medications and works to educate children on the subjects of hygiene, self-care and nutrition.

Wellness Policy

Austin Public Health Inspection

Helping Hand Home provides each child with a consistent base allowance and the opportunity to earn additional funds through structured chores, creating a supportive environment to learn essential financial skills like budgeting, saving, and money management. This program fosters independence and equips children with lifelong tools for financial stability.