Covenant House Mexico

Residential Programs

The objective of the residential program is to protect those who have spent their childhoods on the street in order to rehabilitate them as responsible members of society. This is accomplished by fortifying their sense of identity and individuality, helping them to develop their potential and sense of stability, and by removing them from the dangers of drug addiction.

There are three levels of residential care for young people ages 12-18. Crisis Care addresses the immediate needs of food, shelter, clothing, and health care and lasts approximately 30 days. In the Stabilization phase, with an average stay of three to six months, the focus shifts to education, job training, family reunification, and planning for life. The last phase is Independent Living during which youth spend six-nine months solidify the skills they need to be independent and productive members of society.

Cenzontle

The Cenzontle Boys' Community accommodates up to 80 boys during the Crisis Care and Stabilization phases of the program. Operating on an open-intake policy, doors are open to youth 24 hours a day. The Cenzontle Home houses up to 30 boys in the Independent Living phase.

Quetzal

The Quetzal Girls' Community accommodates as many as 25 girls during the Crisis Care and Stabilization phases of the program. Operating on an open-intake policy, doors are open to youth 24 hours a day. The Quetzal Home houses up to 18 girls in the Independent Living phase.

Dove Home

Casa Alianza collaborates with SEDAC to care for pregnant and parenting young women and girls.

Holistic Health Care

Casa Alianza Mexico understands Holistic Health Care to mean caring for a child's complete physical, mental, social and spiritual well being, all of which are integral to achieving growth and development. The program offers a comprehensive series of coordinated services including drug abuse treatment, social work and psychology, pastoral ministry, illness prevention/health promotion, HIV/AIDS services, and recreational/physical activities.

Family Reunification

This program is designed to reunite children with their families and provide the support they need to be reintegrated into society. Family Reunification staff members work directly with families, coordinate self-help groups, and offer job- and life-skills training. Young people for whom family reunification is not possible are given the tools they need to live independently. When family reunification is possible, the program provides the support the families need to make this transition.

Legal Aid and Advocacy Program

The Legal Aid and Advocacy Program of Casa Alianza promotes and defends the rights of children, young people, and young mothers. This program:

• Investigates and brings attention to violence against children
• Reaches out to sexually and commercially exploited children and those who are trafficked across borders
• Collaborates with government and other non-profits to pursue and prosecute perpetrators
• Advocates for laws protecting children's rights
• Fights illegal adoptions
• Helps youth obtain identification papers
• Provides training to other agencies, police, schools, etc. on children's rights
• Educates children about their rights

Acercatel

Acercatel (01-800-110-1010) is a 24-hour telephone hotline for youth in crisis. Acercatel provides emotional support, information, counseling, referrals and crisis intervention for young people facing a variety of problems including family conflict and sexual trafficking. Last year Acercatel responded to more than 13,000 crisis calls.

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