AG Family Services Agency Highlands Residential Ministries FAQs
What is the cost?
Presently, there is no cost for our residential services for expectant unwed mothers and those suffering from bulimia. AGFSA is supported by churches and Christians across the nation.
What is the cost?
Presently, there is no cost for our residential services for expectant unwed mothers and those suffering from bulimia. AGFSA is supported by churches and Christians across the nation.
Most Highlands ED recovery residents experience freedom and healing within a six month period.
Is there a minimum time at Highlands before the delivery date?
To receive the full benefits of Highlands ministry it is suggested that the prospective resident enter the ministry sometime during her first trimester. Our medical professionals recommend no later than 8 weeks before the birth as the minimum entry date.
Will she be able to finish high school or complete a GED course?
Yes, educational arrangements can be made. This is done on an individual basis to meet the needs of the resident.
Highlands' residents will have the opportunity to enjoy many of the Hot Springs and Little Rock attractions. Outings are planned to local museums, parks, shopping, and other attractions and events that take place in the area. Highlands will cover the cost to off-campus activities, concerts, dramas and restaurants.
Educational Program
It is our desire for each resident to continue and/or further her education while at Highlands. There are several educational options to choose from. Highlands does request the parents or resident provide for the cost of continuing educational expenses.
Options for school-age residents:
* Continue high school education at Highlands.
* Go on a home-bound status from your current school.
* Complete classes through an independent study program.
Pregnancy Support
We understand you will have many questions and concerns about your pregnancy and future plans. Our goal at Highlands is to offer you the Christian care and support you need to heal a broken heart, helping you make wise choices for your future and the future of your baby. Foremost, we desire each young woman to seek the Lord and His goodness to help you make a strong plan for a bright future.
If a resident appears to need additional counseling regarding life issues not pertaining to her pregnancy, Highlands will seek to provide her with professional biblical counseling. At times, parents may be asked to assist in covering these costs.
Medical Program
Highlands understands how important proper medical care is for an expectant mother and her child. All residents deliver at National Park Medical Center, a modern and well-equipped hospital in Hot Springs, Arkansas. The medical team will supervise your prenatal care, delivery, and post-delivery needs for you and your baby.
Single Parenting & Adoption Education
At Highlands, you experience the freedom, power, and choice to make a sound family plan for your child. Making an informed decision regarding your pregnancy includes exploring all your options. Whether it be adoption or parenting, you will receive the education you need to empower you and prepare for your child's bright future. At Highlands, you come to understand the power of God's blessings.
AGFSA/Highlands Adoption Options~You Choose Your Adoption Family
We also have AGFSA Adoptions Agency to assist you should you choose an adoption plan. Adoption is a loving and courageous decision...one of the most unselfish loving acts a birthmother/birthfather can do. Residents choosing an adoption plan, choose their adoptive family from AGFSA couple profiles. It takes a lot of love to make a plan for adoption. At Highlands, you are involved in the adoption process to ensure your child has the best home environment he/she deserves. You choose your family and baby's future. As Scripture points out, "He sets the beloved in families."
Is there a minimum time at Highlands before the delivery date?
To receive the full benefits of Highlands ministry it is suggested that the prospective resident enter the ministry sometime during her first trimester. Our medical professionals recommend no later than 8 weeks before the birth as the minimum entry date.
Will she be able to finish high school or complete a GED course?
Yes, educational arrangements can be made. This is done on an individual basis to meet the needs of the resident.
Activities and Classes
Highlands has a number of scheduled activities and classes. These have been established for the spiritual, emotional, educational, and relational benefit to each resident.
Highlands has a number of scheduled activities and classes. These have been established for the spiritual, emotional, educational, and relational benefit to each resident.
Classes include:
Restoring Godly Foundations
Single Parenting & Adoption Education ~ Maternity Care Program
Hope & Healing Program~ Bulimia/Eating Disorders Program
Living Free Courses
Christian Counseling & Animal Therapy
Decision Making
Financial Peace
Nutrition & Physical Recreation
Continuing Education (for minors)
Christian Counseling & Animal Therapy
Decision Making
Financial Peace
Nutrition & Physical Recreation
Continuing Education (for minors)
Job Readiness Courses
Child Birth Preparation
Child Birth Preparation
Sewing & Art Therapy
Campus Activities:
Heated Swimming Pool
Gym
Pavilion
Running Path
Basketball
Sewing Lab
Computer Lab
Campus Therapy Barn
Highlands' residents will have the opportunity to enjoy many of the Hot Springs and Little Rock attractions. Outings are planned to local museums, parks, shopping, and other attractions and events that take place in the area. Highlands will cover the cost to off-campus activities, concerts, dramas and restaurants.
Educational Program
It is our desire for each resident to continue and/or further her education while at Highlands. There are several educational options to choose from. Highlands does request the parents or resident provide for the cost of continuing educational expenses.
Options for school-age residents:
* Continue high school education at Highlands.
* Go on a home-bound status from your current school.
* Complete classes through an independent study program.
Pregnancy Support
We understand you will have many questions and concerns about your pregnancy and future plans. Our goal at Highlands is to offer you the Christian care and support you need to heal a broken heart, helping you make wise choices for your future and the future of your baby. Foremost, we desire each young woman to seek the Lord and His goodness to help you make a strong plan for a bright future.
If a resident appears to need additional counseling regarding life issues not pertaining to her pregnancy, Highlands will seek to provide her with professional biblical counseling. At times, parents may be asked to assist in covering these costs.
Medical Program
Highlands understands how important proper medical care is for an expectant mother and her child. All residents deliver at National Park Medical Center, a modern and well-equipped hospital in Hot Springs, Arkansas. The medical team will supervise your prenatal care, delivery, and post-delivery needs for you and your baby.
Single Parenting & Adoption Education
At Highlands, you experience the freedom, power, and choice to make a sound family plan for your child. Making an informed decision regarding your pregnancy includes exploring all your options. Whether it be adoption or parenting, you will receive the education you need to empower you and prepare for your child's bright future. At Highlands, you come to understand the power of God's blessings.
AGFSA/Highlands Adoption Options~You Choose Your Adoption Family
We also have AGFSA Adoptions Agency to assist you should you choose an adoption plan. Adoption is a loving and courageous decision...one of the most unselfish loving acts a birthmother/birthfather can do. Residents choosing an adoption plan, choose their adoptive family from AGFSA couple profiles. It takes a lot of love to make a plan for adoption. At Highlands, you are involved in the adoption process to ensure your child has the best home environment he/she deserves. You choose your family and baby's future. As Scripture points out, "He sets the beloved in families."
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