What We Do
“I didn’t think healing was possible let alone, getting my GED. If it wasn’t for RW, I would not be able to move on with my life. I would still feel hopeless.”
– Resident
What We Do
“I didn’t think healing was possible let alone, getting my GED. If it wasn’t for RW, I would not be able to move on with my life. I would still feel hopeless.”
– Resident
Help women and Girls
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Healing Homes in Nebraska
“Restored Wings has given me a place and the space to heal, and to relearn social skills healthy habits of everyday living.”
– Program Graduate
Women's Home
The Women’s Home offers a 5,500 square foot refuge providing a warm and safe environment for its residents. Our passion is to guide every woman toward healing, joy, and peace by supporting them through their pain with a multidisciplinary team of professionals.
As the first facility of its kind in Nebraska, we provide both short and long-term therapeutic treatment programs specifically designed for survivors of human trafficking and exploitation. Residents receive comprehensive services including trauma counseling, case management, free tattoo branding removal, and legal assistance. We understand that each woman’s healing journey is unique, so we tailor our treatment to meet her individual needs. Additionally, we focus on education, financial literacy, job training, and life skills to empower women to thrive independently.
Our round-the-clock staff ensures support, companionship, and security, especially during the challenging nighttime hours.
Girls' Home
The Girls’ Home will be the first and only recovery home for children in the state of Nebraska. According to law enforcement and safe homes across the country, the greatest need is a safe place for girls aged 12 to 18.
This home will provide a family atmosphere for child victims and survivors of human trafficking, offering a safe and compassionate environment where they can begin to heal.
The Restored Wings home for girls will offer:
- Psychiatric and counseling services
- Education in accordance with Nebraska statutes
- Medical services through community partners
- Various therapeutic programs uniquely designed for the development of child survivors
Programming
Restored Wings offers a holistic program dedicated to supporting survivors of human trafficking. Our staff, program leaders, volunteers, and community partners work together to provide residents with individualized recovery plans and trauma-informed care. Using the Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy model, adapted for trafficking survivors by Dr. Becca C. Johnson, we offer processing groups and psychoeducational classes following the 10 steps of trauma recovery.
While our primary focus is residential care, we also offer day-only programming for non-residents who may not qualify for or choose residency.
We collaborate with other organizations to rescue survivors and provide temporary, free safe housing until a long-term solution is found, always prioritizing the individual’s well-being. We embrace each survivor, regardless of race or religious beliefs.
Support Services
At Restored Wings, survivors receive comprehensive support at no cost. Our services include:
- Support groups, addiction groups, prayer, Bible studies, crisis intervention services, and special activities.
- Ongoing therapy by trained counselors and social workers.
- Access to free legal and tattoo removal services through our partners.
- Life-skill classes focused on health and wellness.
- Integration into a supportive and safe community that offers assistance with legal, medical, and emotional needs.
As residents prepare for reintegration into society, they are encouraged to engage in part-time work or educational pursuits. Our Aftercare Program ensures that support continues beyond residency, providing ongoing resources to graduates as they navigate life beyond our doors.
Restored Wings offers more than just shelter; it provides a place of transformation and hope. Through our commitment to empowering survivors, we strive to create a haven where every woman can rebuild her life with dignity and strength. Together, we can break the cycle of exploitation and help survivors soar on restored wings.
How You Can Help
At Restored Wings, we rely on donations and grants to offer survivors the comprehensive, individualized support they need, at no cost. This enables them to focus on rebuilding their lives with dignity and strength.