The Hapai Home Programs are teaching foster homes exclusively for pregnant teens and teen mothers. They are staffed by a Case Manager who provides counseling and support, as well as individual and group skill building.
The Hapai Home Program provides these young women with a safe place to enjoy a healthy pregnancy, build a positive parent-child foundation, and prepare for independent living. Residents remain in the program for a period of 3 months to 1 year. Most are already under the care of the Department of Human Services; others are on probation.
Young women in the Hapai Home Program are encouraged to develop basic independent living skills such as time and money management, employment/vocation, education, social and personal skills, household management, health, and making the most of community resources, as well as child development and parenting skills.
Services
- Assessment/personal planning
- Individual and group support
- Skill-building
- Parenthood development
- Advocacy and referral
- Information and referral
- Foster family support
- Mentors
Population
- Pregnant girls
- Teen mothers who are in Foster Care
- Most often are between the ages of 15 and 20
Admission Criteria
- Pregnant or parenting
- No significant drug/alcohol abuse, violent behavior, criminal activity within past 6 months
- Not in psychiatric crisis
- Able to function in community with minimal supervision
Willing and able to participate in all program activities
- Verbal screening, written application and referral, and pre-placement.
Youth Responsibilities
- Development of a service goal/plan and career/vocation plan
- Attend school (if applicable)
- Participate in program services
- Develop and practice skills and positive health habits
- Stay drug and alcohol free
Discharge Criteria
- Completion of goals/program
- Lack of participation
- Youth terminates services
- Youth “ages out” of program
ContactResidential Services
615 Piikoi Street, Suite 203
Honolulu, HI 96814-3139
Tel: 808 589-1829 x 200
Fax: 808 945-9007
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