Private Placement

Private placement allows children to be placed in the care of Alabama Baptist Children’s Homes & Family Ministries when their parents/guardians are going through a season of crisis. 

Private placement allows parents/guardian to keep custody of the children and to stay in close contact with them, with the expectation that they will return to the care of their parents/guardians after the crisis is resolved. It also allows a child to receive the love and care they need from ABCH without going through the Alabama Department of Human resources. 

For more information about placing a child with us, see the information below or contact us to schedule an appointment with a social worker to discuss how this option might work for you and your family.

  • If you are going through a crisis that is preventing you from providing a safe, stable home for your child or children, private placement might be for you.

  • We can accept children from birth to age 18. We can accept children with special needs that are within our scope of care. Before a child enters our care, we meet with them, their parent(s) or guardian(s), social workers, and any others involved to ensure we are the best place for the child.

  • We cannot accept children who need therapeutic care or who are adjudicated delinquent.

  • No, we serve children and families from a broad range of backgrounds.

  • It will cost your time and commitment to maintaining a relationship with your child. Resources and/or benefits received from churches, individuals, and other organizations help cover the day-to-day costs of caring for the children who live with us.

    • Medical care (when needed)

    • Food and clothing

    • School needs (including tutoring and supplies)

    • Participation in school, church, and community activities

    • Church attendance and daily devotions

    • Transportation

    • Counseling with our Pathways Professional Counselors (when needed)

  • The parent(s) or guardian(s) retains custody of the children.