Cunningham Children's Home

Cunningham Children’s Home, located in Urbana, Illinois, provides compassionate and comprehensive residential treatment for youth ages 9 to 17. Specializing in trauma-informed care, the facility focuses on addressing the lasting impact of abuse, neglect, and mental illness on emotional and behavioral development. Through structured programs that integrate individual therapy, group therapy, and specialty counseling, Cunningham Children’s Home helps young people build essential coping skills, achieve academic milestones, and develop positive social behaviors.

The Gerber Education Program ensures on-campus educational continuity aligned with the Urbana School District, while vocational opportunities offer practical career-building experiences, including community-based work and on-campus projects. Recreational and spiritual programming enhances overall well-being through sports, swimming, yoga, mindfulness activities, choir participation, and service-oriented projects. Cunningham Children’s Home also offers specialty therapies such as music therapy, pet therapy, and anger management to address individualized needs. Off-campus outings, cultural experiences, and seasonal activities promote social engagement, independence, and personal growth for all residents.