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Critical Response

From expert help in preventing youth from going missing to temporary emergency shelter care, our Critical Response services are ready the moment they’re needed – offering immediate support and long-term impact.

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Missing Youth Services

Our Missing Youth Services is designed to assist families who have had children run away from home.

Triage Center

CSI operates the Triage Center in partnership with Project Harmony. Founded in 2008, the Triage Center provides a safe place for children who have experienced abuse, neglect and trauma.

Emergency Shelter

We have provided emergency shelter and supportive care for children during family crises since 1892.

Independent Living Skills

Our Independent Living Skills (ILS) program supports young adults ages of 14-26 to help them as they transition from foster care to adulthood, while establishing a safe, nurturing, enduring relationship with ILS staff.

Nebraska Heart Gallery

Through the Nebraska Heart Gallery initiative, top local professional photographers and videographers volunteer their time and talent to take photos and capture video of children who are available for adoption, showcasing each individual child’s spirit and personality in an effort to inspire an emotional connection with families and, hopefully, a forever home.

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Child Saving Institute and

Children's Square Join Forces

Together, hand-in-hand, Child Saving Institute and Children’s Square have united as one organization. This historic partnership is a community-driven step forward—expanding the circle of care for every child and family.

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Mickey Crampton

Site Director at Spellman Child Development Center

Mickey Crampton, Site Director at Spellman Child Development Center, has dedicated her career to fostering growth and learning among educators while making a positive impact on young students' lives. With over four years at Spellman and a wealth of experience in early childhood education, Mickey's expertise and passion for teaching make her an invaluable asset to the organization.

Arriving in Nebraska from California to pursue collegiate softball, Mickey discovered her love for working with children through nannying and eventually transitioned to childcare while completing her education. Her unique perspective and hands-on experience as a lead teacher, along with a bachelor's and master’s degree in human development, have paved the way for her success in various roles within the early childhood education field.

Mickey values humanity as the key to a thriving community at Spellman. By cultivating a safe and empathetic environment for students, families and staff, she ensures a nurturing space for all.

In her free time, Mickey cherishes moments with her family, engaging in outdoor activities such as swimming, going for walks, and camping. With her unwavering dedication to education and community well-being, Mickey Crampton's wealth of experience and passion for teaching make her an exceptional leader at Spellman Child Development Center.