He had responsibilities, from doing homework after school to setting the table for dinner. His room had to be kept up. Infractions were handled immediately. After eight months, he successfully rejoined his family. It serves youths ages 11-17 that have emotional problems resulting from abuse, abandonment or neglect.
Many residents also have behavioral problems.
KEYS home living experience includes love, respect, responsibility and consequences. KEYS may be the first real family the youth has ever known. The KEYS program is based on the nationally acclaimed University of Kansas teaching-family model. The program is evaluated to assure it meets the model s goals and objectives. KEYS family environment is both structured and caring.