Family Strengthening Programs

We believe that Christ desires for children to be loved and cared for in a family. Research supports that nurturing family environments support healthy child development and give children a greater sense of identity and culture. In light of this, keeping and bringing children into healthy families is the heartbeat of Children of the Promise.

Nutrition Program

We help equip families to help their child recover from malnutrition and provide education to help prevent the recurrence of nutritional issues. Research shows that poor nutrition in the first few years of a child’s development can have lasting negative impacts throughout the child’s life, including stunted physical growth, learning and memory deficits, and behavioral problems. Alongside vital education about nutrition and malnutrition, we provide the appropriate nutritional supplement of infant formula or medika mamba, at no cost to the family.

MUSO Program

This year-long community savings group allows families—many already in COTP programs—to pool resources and start small businesses or gardens to support their daily needs. Each decision is unique to the individual’s interests, but many of our participants choose to buy items in bulk (like rice, chicken, oil, etc.) to resell in their communities and generate income.

Each week, all participants meet to learn, track progress, and plan together. The group includes both young parents and older caregivers, all working toward one goal: a more stable, self-sufficient future.

Therapy Services

The Therapy Department plays a critical role in supporting our three core programs—On-Campus Care (OCC), Family Strengthening, and our school, ICEP.

Every child in OCC, whether in long-term or short-term care, receives a full therapy evaluation. Those who require therapy are seen 2–4 times a week and have access to specialized equipment such as wheelchairs, standers, walkers, and gait trainers. Therapy services are delivered in two dedicated spaces on campus: our main therapy center and an additional room in the Special Education building at our school.

Children with special needs enrolled in ICEP also receive full therapy evaluations, and teachers can refer students throughout the year. These students are supported with equipment, including in-class seating options, so they can fully participate alongside their peers.

For families in our Nutrition Program, each child receives developmental screenings and engages in age-appropriate activities that encourage growth. Parents are educated on child development and supported through monthly home visits and a monthly parent support group—offering hands-on therapeutic activities, education, and moments of community and fun.

Our therapy staff also conduct home assessments for children in Domestic Foster Care, helping ensure their environments support continued development and success.

By providing consistent therapy, education, equipment, and family support, the Therapy Department helps children grow stronger—while working to keep families together.

Medical Support

Our medical staff plays a vital wraparound role—serving as the foundation of health and wellness for every child and family across all our programs. Whether it’s a child in On-Campus Care, a student at ICEP, or a baby enrolled in our Nutrition Program, our medical team is there with care, compassion, and consistency.

From the moment a child enters our care, our medical staff is involved: conducting intake exams, identifying urgent needs, and creating care plans tailored to each child’s health status. For children in On-Campus Care, they provide daily monitoring, medication management, and work closely with therapists to ensure a holistic approach to each child’s well-being.

Children in our school, ICEP, also benefit from medical oversight. Our team provides basic healthcare and responds to health concerns so that students can stay focused on learning.

In our Family Strengthening programs, the medical staff conducts regular health assessments to track progress and spot potential complications early. They provide referrals to local hospitals, walk alongside families facing medical emergencies, and offer guidance on topics like hygiene, illness prevention, and developmental milestones.

This team also coordinates with outside healthcare providers when more advanced interventions are needed—ensuring continuity of care even beyond our campus.

Our medical department doesn’t just treat illness—it builds trust, provides education, and gives parents and caregivers the tools they need to care for their children long after they leave our programs.