Welcome to Youth Home

Below is a list of the allowed number of items for the most common necessities while you're child in is our care! We have your child's best interest in mind when we set this limit, so please know that excess items will be sent back home:

• Underwear – 7 pairs 
• Nightgowns/Pajamas - 3
• Socks – 7 pairs 
• Sports Bras ONLY – 4
• Shoes – 3 pairs 

*No Underwire or other type of bra is allowed

• *1 should be athletic shoes for PE & recreation Long pants or jeans - 5
• Shower shoes – 1 pair 
• Sweater, hoodie or jacket – 3
• Shorts – 5 pairs 
• Winter coat & hat - 1

*No more than 4 inches above the knee *Winter months only

• Shirts or Blouses – 7 
• Belt – 1

*No crop tops

*No inappropriate language or art 

*No large belt buckles

• Ear Rings - 1 Set (No Hoops)

Note About Earrings: To keep piercings in tact while at Youth Home (outside of the one set of ear rings allowed), we recommend bringing spacers.

Please Note: Youth Home provides each child with bedding, spare hygiene products and feminine hygiene items.  Residents may also bring an extra blanket, pillow, a stuffed animal (without zippers or hard plastic pieces), pictures (not in glass frames), a journal and a book. A card or board game may be brought but Youth Home is not liable for lost or stolen game pieces so these items may be locked up by staff.

All hygiene products must be alcohol free and not in a glass or aerosol container. Please limit

hygiene products to 1 of each item. Extras will be returned.

• Toothbrush Hair brush/comb Make-Up
• Toothpaste Hair Gel/Mousse/Oil *no eyelash adhesive
• Floss Stick Deodorant Lotion
• Soap or Body Wash Shampoo Conditioner
• Shaving Cream Facial Cleanser Facial razor***
• Hot Tools for Hair*** 

*** = items that remain locked up when not in use

For safety and program reasons the items below are prohibited. Any item not listed may be identified as prohibited by staff at any time.

• Perfume / Cologne
• Weapons or protective/defensive devices
• Batteries, including battery operated electronics
• Items or clothing with Cords or Drawstrings, including hoodies, jackets, sweatshirts, sweat pants, pajamas, thong underwear, shorts or pants
• Stockings, pantyhose or tights
• Overalls
• Plastic bags
• Sharp Objects, including scissors, knives, pocket knives, metal nail files, knitting needles, sewing needles, safety or straight pins
• Metal combs, hair picks or rattail combs
• Any liquid which contains alcohol, such as Mouthwash. Any personal care or hygiene product identified as containing alcohol are not permitted (hair product, shampoo/conditioner, body lotion, deodorant or other items)
• Spray or aerosol cans
• Glass containers or other glass items
• Razors (single)
• Compacts with glass mirrors
• Manicure sets
• Coat Hangers (plastic or metal)
• Tape recorders, televisions, radios, iPod or other digital media device, cellular phones, cameras, beepers, computers, portable DVD players or any electrical appliance not required for personal daily grooming
• Steel toed boots, high heels
• Cigarette lighters, vapes, or matches
• Outside food and drinks
• Water Bottles that aren't clear and plastic
• Watter Bottles that have a straw
• Facial or Ear Piercings deemed a safety risk (only one pair of stud earrings may be brought).
• High heels or steel toed boots

Military Family dependents frequently come to our Residential Treatment Program from out of state and country. Youth Home is a TRICARE®-certified residential facility for patients ages 12 to 17. 

For families outside the state who have been accepted, our TRICARE® Liaison will help you plan and coordinate travel for your youth, and will always ensure you stay connected and informed throughout the treatment process. 

We gladly offer visitation via video if you are unable to attend physically during visitation hours. You are an important part of our treatment team, and as such, participation in Family Therapy is often required. 

For Visitors: Local Experiences and Attractions 

• www.littlerock.com/experience-little-rock
• Local Event Calendar
• Local Dining

We are frequently asked, "Will my child be attending school while in the Residential Treatment Program?"

The answer is yes! 

The Siebert Educational Program at Youth Home is an approved program through the Arkansas Department of Education. We believe that education is vital and worked hard to be able to offer an on campus school program for our youth. 

This is very similar to a co-ed, public school setting to closely resemble what youth will be experiencing when they return home. The exception is that our classrooms hold a maximum of 10 students and are led by educators who are accredited to teach special education, and are certified to provide Trauma Informed Care and de-escalation when necessary.

We are endlessly thankful to have a beautiful 52 acre campus with therapeutic garden spaces, walking paths, basketball courts, & more for our residents to enjoy while recovering. 

• View Photos
• View Our History 

Residents will participate in scheduled activities daily while in our programs. Every day is structured and offers opportunity for therapeutic interventions and guidance, social and independent living skills training, game play, & more. 

• View "A Week at Youth Home" PDF
• View Recreational Therapy Page