Omaha Home for Boys

When a boy cannot grow up in his own home, it’s heartbreaking. Whether he cannot stay out of trouble, is no longer safe in his home, or is struggling in school … he is not growing toward the man he can become. In many cases, the Omaha Home for Boys can help.

The Residential Care Program provides structure, supervision, and training in life skills, all with the intention to strengthen the youth and his family. Boys live in a cottage setting with loving House Parents for a minimum of twelve months. This married couple provides for each boy’s daily needs, educational support and act as the primary counselors.

All youth attend the public school system, which provides additional opportunities for involvement in activities and ongoing interaction with teachers and peers in an educational setting.

While the boy lives at the Home, parents attend classes through the Training Institute. These classes help the parent identify key ways to aide in the treatment of their youth.
Our goal is to re-unite the family. Strengthening both the youth and the family is essential to the success of this program.

Support Services

• Wurdeman Learning Center
  Provides academic support, computer lab, library and art room
• Parent Training
  Classes for all parents to support and stimulate youth’s development
• Scholarship Program
  Scholarships are available to eligible current and past residents
• Eugene C. Eppley Recreation Center
  Gym, pool, weight room, tennis court, baseball field, and racquetball courts offers individual and group activities
• Cooper Memorial Farm
  4-H and other agricultural education
• Counseling Services
  Individual and family counseling ti@omahahomeforboys.org
• Spiritual Support
  Daily prayers and devotions; youth also attend worship each week

Admission Criteria

• Male, age 10 to 18
• All races, religions, and socioeconomic backgrounds welcomed
• Behavior in less-restrictive settings indicates the need for a structured environment
• Has cognitive abilities to benefit from the program
• Able to attend public schools or complete a G.E.D.
• Willing to commit to 12 month stay

Youth Not Ideal for Program

• If in need of 24-hour awake staff supervision
• History of excessive physical aggression
• Medical condition requiring acute medical care
• Chemically dependent youth

For more information, contact the Admissions Coordinator