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Critical Response

Meeting urgent needs of children, youth and families when additional support is needed most.

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Emergency Youth Shelters

With emergency youth shelters in Omaha, NE and Council Bluffs, IA, we offer short-term, therapeutic care for children and teens in crisis, helping them stabilize and move toward a brighter future.

Psychiatric Medical Institute for Children

Located on our Children’s Square Campus in Council Bluffs, our Psychiatric Medical Institute for Children (PMIC) provides the highest level of residential mental health care available for children—just below hospitalization.

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.

Crisis Stabilization Services

Located on our Children’s Square Campus in Council Bluffs, Crisis Stabilization provides short-term, trauma-informed care for youth who are Iowa residents, ages 8–18 who are struggling with suicidal thoughts or severe emotional distress but do not require hospitalization. 

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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.