Christian Home Association- Children's Square U.S.A.

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520 North 7th Street
Council Bluffs, IA 51503
United States

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DayHours
Monday9AM - 5PM
Tuesday9AM - 5PM
Wednesday9AM - 5PM
Thursday9AM - 5PM
Friday9AM - 5PM
Saturday9AM - 5PM
Sunday9AM - 5PM

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Children’s Square is a private, non-profit organization that cares for children and families in need, and we can help your child.

Children’s Square is a private, non-profit organization that cares for children and families in need and teaches skills for hope and opportunity. We offer daycare and preschool programs and specialized treatment for children with behavioral, emotional, and psychiatric needs. We can help your child.

Children’s Square is a private, non-profit organization that cares for children and families in need and teaches skills for hope and opportunity. We offer daycare and preschool programs and specialized treatment for children with behavioral, emotional, and psychiatric needs. We can help your child.

Who We Are…
Christian Home Association-Children’s Square U.S.A. is a private, non-profit, non-denominational organization with a history of caring for children and families for 140 years.

Every day, over 1000 children, youth, and families in Iowa and Nebraska who have behavioral, emotional, and psychiatric needs are served through programs that include counseling, emergency services for children, early childhood care, foster care, and residential treatment and education for children with serious emotional and behavioral disorders.

We work to help recognize and treat the physical, emotional, and psychological needs of each child we serve. Our programs strive to help children and families learn the life skills essential to a successful life.

Children’s Square U.S.A. is fully licensed and accredited. With an annual operating budget of $10 million and 150 employees, we offer programs and services 24 hours a day,

7 days a week. Our main campus is in Council Bluffs, Iowa, and an office in Omaha, Nebraska, offers counseling and foster care programs.

Founded on December 23, 1882, and incorporated in March 1883, Children’s Square U.S.A. has a rich history of caring for children from birth to 21 and their families, meeting their individualized needs, instilling hope, and helping restore lives.

We are a diverse organization of professional caregivers dedicated to serving children and families. We welcome you to explore our website to learn more about our services, how you can help, employment opportunities, and most importantly—how we serve children and families.


Services and information

  • Traditional Foster Care
  • Specialized / Therapeutic Care
  • Emergency Foster Care
  • Respite Foster Care
  • Adoption

Requirements to become a foster parent

Many new parents are worried they'll be on their own if they decide to foster. That's not true; you have tons of support on your side.

You have the Iowa Department of Human Services (DHS). Your local DHS recruits and approves families for fostering and adoption. They also place children with approved parents.

The Iowa Foster & Adoptive Parents Association has handbooks, contact phone numbers, information on training and case plans, useful PDFs for foster parents, and more online.

You also have your local child-placing agency for assistance. They're licensed and approved to train parents and place children in homes. You can find information on how to navigate the legal system or tips for working with birth parents, for example.

Many state non-profits dedicate themselves to assisting foster youth and the families caring for them. They may help with basic care, such as clothing or food, or educate parents on specific topics.


Ratings and Reviews

Average user rating

4.0 / 5
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Zee San
Feb 02, 2023

Very nice and was a pleasurable experience.

Rating: 5

Daniel Bragg
Dec 06, 2022

I was placed in this hell back in 96 . To this day I carry the abuse I received there. The staff were so rude they never cared about the kids just a paycheck.

Rating: 1

Steve Richards
Sep 18, 2022

This place has been great for my family and I. We are in the process of adopting a child from the shelter. I have received great feedback and communication from the staff. I can say that the staff really care for the kids that are here under whatever circumstance. MR D especially is very professional and very knowledgeable about what he does.

Rating: 5

keith komor
Jul 27, 2022

Just a drive by ,

Rating: 5

Billy Pruitt
Apr 02, 2022

Great and friendly staff

Rating: 5