What Chaddock does

Chaddock is a Quincy, Illinois-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization founded in 1853 that delivers trauma and attachment-focused treatment to children and youth. Its core product is the Developmental Trauma and Attachment Program (DTAP), a proprietary, trademarked, brain-based treatment methodology delivered at three intensity levels: (1) Residential Treatment on a 30-acre campus with five cottage settings for 12–18 month stays, (2) In-Home Intensive Program with mobile teams deployed nationwide for up to four consecutive days, and (3) Family Coaching using Theraplay, TBRI, and DDP-informed methods. The organization serves over 400 children daily and employs 300+ staff across clinical, educational, and operational roles.

Supporting service lines include an accredited special education school operating at two Illinois locations (Quincy and Carthage), Foster and Adoption Services, on-site medical and psychiatry, Caregiver Connections mental health consultation, and community programs (Puppet Troupe, Santa Express, Grandma's Closet). Chaddock monetizes through a mix of service fees, charitable donations via the Chaddock Children's Foundation, professional training and DTAP certification, continuing education (ASWB/NBCC approved), book sales (Rebooting Childhood, Beyond Trauma Care, Raising the Challenging Child, Chad the Cougar), and event-based fundraising. The organization holds COA, Cognia, and NCTSN affiliate credentials.

Its go-to-market blends direct admissions (year-round applications with 30-minute video consultations and campus tours), community outreach (puppet performances, church presentations, local school partnerships), and professional referral networks (therapists, social workers, child-serving agencies). The Chaddock Learning Network (formerly The Knowledge Center) extends reach through the Attachment Theory in Action podcast, TIRF Conference, and online courses, while affiliate marketing channels (blog, email newsletter, PR, social media) support both admissions and fundraising.

Name

Chaddock

Legal name

Chaddock

Website

https://chaddock.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1853

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

Chaddock is a 1853-founded Illinois nonprofit delivering its trademarked DTAP treatment model for children with developmental trauma and attachment difficulties, via residential, in-home intensive, and family coaching programs, plus special education, foster/adoption, training, and publishing.

Ownership category

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Product category

Children's Mental Health & Trauma Treatment Services

NAICS

Child and Youth Services (62411), Residential Mental Health and Substance Abuse Facilities (62322), Other Individual and Family Services (624190), Child Care Services (62441)

SIC

Services-Social Services (8300), Services-Health Services (8000), Services-Nursing & Personal Care Facilities (8050)

akta.pro primary industry

Trauma-Informed Care & Crisis Response (School-Based) (EDAKAMAF)

akta.pro secondary industries

Mental Health & Emotional/Trauma-Informed Childcare (anxiety, PTSD) (HSAAAIAI), Domestic Violence & Abuse Support Services (BPAGAEAD), Therapy-Integrated Childcare Support (coordination with OT/PT/SLP/ABA) (HSAAAIAM)

Keywords

• Trauma treatment services
• Attachment-based therapy
• Residential treatment programs
• Special education school
• Foster care services

Headquarters

HQ city

Quincy

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Others, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Donations and Charitable Contributions: Chaddock Children's Foundation accepts charitable contributions, bequests, and special purpose funds to support programs and fill the gap between service costs and reimbursement
2. Service Fees: Fees for residential treatment, special education school, foster/adoption services, family coaching, and in-home intensive programs. Accepts online payments via credit card and direct bank withdrawal
3. Training and Continuing Education: Professional development programs, certifications, and continuing education credits for social workers and counselors through the Chaddock Learning Network
4. Book Sales: Sales of published books including 'Rebooting Childhood', 'Beyond Trauma Care', 'Raising the Challenging Child', and 'Chad the Cougar' children's book series

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels6 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

Chaddock provides trauma and attachment treatment services for children and youth through its proprietary Developmental Trauma and Attachment Program (DTAP®), delivered at three intensity levels: residential treatment on a 30-acre campus with five cottage settings, nationwide in-home intensive therapy, and family coaching. The organization also operates an accredited special education school at two Illinois locations, foster and adoption services, professional certification training, continuing education, and published books/resources on trauma-informed care.

Product overview

Chaddock is a Quincy, Illinois-based organization offering a comprehensive suite of programs for children affected by trauma and attachment difficulties. The core offering is the Developmental Trauma and Attachment Program (DTAP®), delivered through three intensity levels: Residential Treatment (12-18 month stays on a 30-acre campus with five cottage settings), In-Home Intensive (nationwide home-based therapy), and Family Coaching (parent coaching using Theraplay®, TBRI®, and DDP methods). Supporting services include an accredited Special Education School (Quincy and Carthage locations), Foster and Adoption Services, On-Site Medical and Psychiatry, Puppet Troupe community education, Santa Express holiday program, and Grandma's Closet daily needs supply. Chaddock also extends its expertise through publications (Rebooting Childhood, Beyond Trauma Care, Raising the Challenging Child, Chad the Cougar book series), the Attachment Theory in Action Podcast, TIRF Conference, DTAP® Certification Program, Continuing Education for professionals, and Caregiver Connections mental health consultation. The Chaddock Children's Foundation supports fundraising and the organization serves over 400 children daily.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• DTAP® (Developmental Trauma and Attachment Program): Chaddock's signature treatment program bringing hope and healing to children and youth who have experienced severe trauma and struggle with attachment-related difficulties. Delivered at 3 levels of intensity: In-Home Intensive, Residential Treatment, and Family Coaching.
• Chaddock School
• Foster & Adoption Services
• Santa Express
• Grandma's Closet
• Puppet Troupe
• Chad the Cougar

Products and services

• Developmental Trauma and Attachment Program (DTAP®) Chaddock's core treatment program bringing hope and healing to children and youth who have experienced severe trauma and struggle with attachment-related difficulties. Delivered at three intensity levels: Residential Treatment, In-Home Intensive, and Family Coaching.
• Residential Treatment Program Located on a 30-acre campus with five cottage settings, this program helps children ages 6-21 restore the ability to form trusting relationships through therapists, counselors, and staff. Children stay 12-18 months with weekly parent therapy sessions and quarterly treatment team meetings.
• In-Home Intensive Program Nationwide program providing therapy in the home environment with mobile therapeutic teams offering 8-10 hours of daily in-home therapy for up to four consecutive days, including pre-intensive video conferences and post-intensive follow-up consultations.
• Family Coaching Program Individualized coaching for parents (married, single, step-parents, and foster parents) using Theraplay®, TBRI, and DDP principles, including five 45-minute in-person or virtual coaching sessions and email consultations.
• Special Education School Accredited special education schools at two Illinois locations (Quincy and Carthage) serving both residential clients and local students with emotional or learning challenges. Small class sizes of up to 8 students with guaranteed paraprofessional support.
• Foster and Adoption Services Services supporting children in foster care and families pursuing adoption, including counseling, family finding, and resource coordination.
• DTAP® Certification Program Professional certification program for clinicians, educators, and child-serving professionals seeking to implement Chaddock's Developmental Trauma and Attachment Program methodology in their own practice.
• TIRF Conference (Trauma-Informed, Relationship-Focused Conference) Annual professional conference focused on trauma-informed and relationship-focused approaches to supporting children and families.
• Continuing Education Accredited continuing education courses approved by ASWB for social workers and NBCC for counselors on trauma and attachment topics.
• Rebooting Childhood (book) Parenting book written by Kirsty Nolan offering caregivers brain-based strategies for managing children's screen time and building family relationships in a digital world, drawing on DTAP® expertise.
• Beyond Trauma Care (book) Book by President & CEO Matt Obert presenting a flexible, relationship-centered framework for organizations to improve trauma support for children and families.
• Raising the Challenging Child (book) Book empowering parents with practical tips to minimize behavioral meltdowns, reduce conflict, increase cooperation, and promote healthy attachment.
• Chad the Cougar (children's book series) Children's book series created by Chaddock staff featuring Chad the Cougar and his friend Baxter Badger to help kids understand and manage big emotions through the Forest of Feelings.

Quantifiable outcome

• Children who are adopted from foster care or internationally experience trauma from early years
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers4 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

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Feature3 records

Partnerships

Three partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• National Child Traumatic Stress Network (NCTSN)coreOthersAffiliate member of the National Child Traumatic Stress Network, demonstrating Chaddock's expertise in using evidence-based approaches to address attachment issues and trauma disorders. This affiliation provides access to network resources and positions Chaddock as a leader in child trauma services.
• Council on Accreditation (COA)coreOthersAccreditation by the Council on Accreditation demonstrating Chaddock's compliance with national standards for child welfare and human service organizations.
• CogniacoreOthersSchool accreditation through Cognia (formerly AdvancED) for Chaddock's special education school, verifying compliance with rigorous educational standards.

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Boys Town: Boys Town is the most directly comparable peer: a nationally recognized nonprofit providing residential treatment, in-home family services, education, and behavioral health for at-risk children. Both organizations integrate residential, school, and family services under a proprietary treatment methodology.
• Youth Villages: Youth Villages operates residential programs alongside its Intercept intensive in-home intervention, mirroring Chaddock's DTAP pyramid of residential, in-home intensive, and family coaching. Both serve children with severe behavioral and emotional challenges through multi-modal treatment.
• KVC Health Systems: KVC provides residential treatment, in-home family services, foster care, and behavioral health across multiple states. Like Chaddock, it combines direct child welfare services with professional training and operates accredited programs for trauma-affected children.
• Pressley Ridge: Pressley Ridge offers residential treatment, special education, foster care, and intensive in-home services for children with trauma histories. Its integrated service model closely mirrors Chaddock's ecosystem of care across clinical, educational, and family support.
• Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health: Devereux operates one of the largest networks of residential and community-based behavioral health programs for children and adolescents. Both organizations deliver evidence-based trauma treatment with strong accreditation and a national footprint.
• Bethany Christian Services: Bethany provides foster care, adoption, refugee services, and family support with a faith-based orientation similar to Chaddock's roots. Its services overlap directly with Chaddock's foster/adoption programming and family coaching.
• SaintA: SaintA (formerly St. Charles Youth and Family Services) provides trauma-informed care, residential treatment, and child welfare services in Wisconsin. Its integrated clinical and educational model parallels Chaddock's approach to treating severely traumatized children.
• Children's Home Society of California: CHS California offers foster care, adoption, mental health, and family preservation services. It shares Chaddock's combination of foster/adoption services with therapeutic support for children affected by trauma and family disruption.

Regional players

• Maryville Academy: Maryville Academy operates residential treatment, group homes, and family services in Illinois, overlapping geographically with Chaddock's Illinois footprint. It serves a similar population of abused and neglected children with comparable service lines.
• Lutheran Social Services of Illinois: LSSI provides statewide foster care, adoption, behavioral health, and senior services across Illinois. As a regional multi-service nonprofit, it competes for similar referral networks and government contracts within Chaddock's primary service geography.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/channel/UCj7vKdFh5XyVRyT3tK1mK9Q
• Facebookfacebook.com/TKCChaddock
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/tkcchaddock
• Instagraminstagram.com/tkcchaddock
• Xx.com/chaddockforkids

Compliance5 records

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Number of profiles

Profiles6 records

Subsidiaries2 records

Funding overview

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