Covenant House Nicaragua

Residential Program

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.

The Conrad N. Hilton Home contains several different facilities, including: library, community room, study room, chapel, sports area, toy library, green areas, arts room, dormitories and a computer room. Casa Alianza Nicaragua also has a Mother/Child program, in which young mothers are offered services designed to help them learn parenting skills, overcome drug abuse, and acquire the skills they need for a brighter future.

Holistic Health Care

Casa Alianza Nicaragua 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.

School for Parents

The School for Parents is targeted toward the parents of children and adolescents who have joined Casa Alianza rehabilitation programs. The objective is for the family to acquire effective family coping skills and achieve cohesiveness. Parents are shown the importance of staying actively involved in their children's lives. They are taught strategies to improve their ability to problem-solve, communicate, set rules and boundaries, and express affection. The social workers and psychologists who work with parents pay special attention to issues associated with addictions, spirituality, and HIV/AIDS.

Legal Aid and Advocacy Program

The Casa Alianza Legal Aid and Advocacy Program 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

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