Engaging in trauma-informed activities as a family can be a meaningful way to foster connection, healing, and resilience. We've compiled a list of activities to enjoy with your family to promote the principles of Trauma Informed Care (including things like  empowerment and safety):

• Storytelling and Journaling: Encourage family members to share their personal stories, experiences, or feelings through storytelling or journaling. This can help promote empathy and understanding among family members.
  
  
• Mindfulness and Breathing Exercises: Practice mindfulness and deep breathing exercises as a family. Guided meditations or deep-breathing sessions can help everyone relax and manage stress.
  
  
• Art and Creativity: Engage in creative activities such as art, drawing, painting, or crafting. This provides an outlet for self-expression and can be therapeutic.
  
  
• Nature Walks: Spend time in nature together. Nature walks, hikes, or simply being outdoors can have a calming and grounding effect on everyone.
  
  
• Cooking and Baking Together: Cooking or baking as a family can be a fun and bonding activity. It also provides an opportunity to talk and work together while creating something delicious.
  
  
• Family Games and Play: Play board games, card games, or physical activities together. Games promote laughter, collaboration, and can be a great stress reliever.
  
  
• Family Read-Aloud: Choose a book that everyone can enjoy and take turns reading chapters aloud. This can spark discussions and strengthen the family bond.
  
  
• Family Movie Nights: Plan regular movie nights with family-friendly films that encourage discussion afterward. This can be a great way to explore emotions and themes in a safe context.
  
  
• Gratitude Journals: Keep individual or family gratitude journals. Each day, write down things you are thankful for. This practice can shift the focus towards positivity and resilience.
  
  
• Random Acts of Kindness: Encourage family members to perform random acts of kindness for each other and for others outside the family. This helps create a culture of compassion and support.
  
  
• Family Volunteer Opportunities: Engage in volunteer work as a family. Contributing to the community can be fulfilling and help children and adults build self-esteem.
  
  
• Sensory Activities: Create sensory-friendly activities, like making sensory bins with items like sand, rice, or beads. These can help children regulate their sensory experiences.
  
  
• Family Rituals: Establish meaningful family rituals, such as a weekly family meal, Sunday outings, or monthly celebrations to strengthen the sense of belonging and stability.
  
  
• DIY Stress Balls: Make stress balls as a family using balloons and flour, rice, or playdough. These can serve as tools for stress relief.
  
  
• Stress-Free Zones: Designate areas in your home as "stress-free zones" where everyone can retreat when they need a moment of calm and solitude.
  
  
• Music and Dance: Put on some music and have a family dance party. Dancing and singing can be an excellent way to release tension and express emotions.
  
  
• Feelings Chart: Create a family feelings chart or poster where everyone can use sticky notes or magnets to indicate how they are feeling at any given moment.
  
  

Remember that trauma-informed activities should be adaptable to each family member's comfort level and needs. The goal is to create a safe and nurturing environment that promotes healing and connection while respecting everyone's boundaries and preferences.

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Residential Treatment

Youth Home Residential Treatment for Adolescents Ages 12-17

Youth Home Inc. in Little Rock has been a beacon of hope for troubled youth for over five decades. Our dedication to providing specialized care and support for at-risk adolescents is reflected in the very heart of our organization – our campus.

Our campus at Youth Home Inc. is more than just a physical space; it's a place where troubled youth find hope, healing, and a chance for a better future. We are proud of the warm and inviting environment we've created to support these young individuals on their journey to recovery. It is a reflection of our commitment to making a positive impact on their lives, and we look forward to continuing our mission of nurturing hope and fostering growth in the youth we serve.

Youth Home accepts clients from Medicaid, Medicaid PASSE, as well as TRICARE® East (Humana) and TRICARE® West (Health Net).



The TRICARE West Region includes the states of Alaska, Arizona, California, Colorado, Hawaii, Idaho, Iowa (except the Rock Island Arsenal area), Kansas, Minnesota, Missouri (except the St. Louis area), Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Mexico, North Dakota, Oregon, South Dakota, Texas (Amarillo, Lubbock and El Paso areas only), Utah, Washington, and Wyoming.

The TRICARE East Region includes Alabama, Arkansas, Connecticut, Delaware, the District of Columbia, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa (Rock Island Arsenal area only), Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Mississippi, Missouri (St. Louis area only), New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas (excluding the El Paso area), Vermont, Virginia, West Virginia and Wisconsin.