Residential Child Care
At Oaks Indian Mission, we serve children from ages 7-17 from over 12 different tribes. Children come to Oaks by placement of families or legal guardians, tribes, courts or DHS. We are licensed to house 58 children in home-like cottages where they receive love, food, shelter, clothing and guidance. Children attend school at Oaks Mission Public School.
WHAT WE DO
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We are proud of the many services we offer our residents that equip them to lead successful lives rooted in faith, leadership and community. These services include:
SKILLS FOR LIFE
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A Student Life Center utilized for recreation and Life Skills Programs.
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Personal finance skills.
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An after-school tutoring program.
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Case Management addressing individual needs.
A PLACE TO LIVE AND LEARN
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A loving home atmosphere.
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A Spiritual foundation with consistent worship and opportunities for Bible study.
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Cherokee culture and language classes.
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Off-campus recreation including swimming, hiking, camping, sporting events and educational field trips.
LEADERS FOR THE FUTURE
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Individual, group and family counseling.
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Extra-curricular activities such as team sports, band, FFA & academic clubs.
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A summer work program.
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Leadership training.