AMIkids Aspen

At AMIkids Aspen, we believe every young person has the potential for greatness, and we’re on a mission to unlock it.

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EMPOWERING YOUNG PEOPLE TO DISCOVER THEIR TRUE POTENTIAL

AMIkids Aspen empowers young men ages 12–19 to build on their strengths and reach their full potential. As a comprehensive residential program, we focus on the holistic development of each youth, preparing them for a successful future and reintegration into their communities. Our program provides:

  • Recidivism reduction strategies to promote lasting, positive change

  • Academic skill development to support educational success

  • Behavioral and emotional growth through counseling and therapeutic services

  • Employment preparation and assistance with job placement

  • Opportunities for community service and accountability/reparation

  • Collaboration with psychiatric services to address mental health needs

At AMIkids Aspen, we believe every young person can succeed when given the right tools, support, and opportunities.

Services

What We Offer

RESIDENTIAL PROGRAMS

Residential programs operate 24 hours a day, seven days a week, with youth residing on campus. Staff provide trauma-informed programming designed to help youth build skills for successfully transitioning back to their communities and/or home environments.

Juvenile Justice Residential
These programs provide 24-hour rehabilitative care for youth referred primarily through the juvenile justice system due to delinquency. Services may also include treatment for youth with mental health needs and/or substance use challenges.

PROGRAM ENHANCEMENTS

Program Enhancement Services may be offered as standalone supports or as supplements to an existing program.

Career and Technical Education
Offered in two age-appropriate models:

  • Career Exploration Model (ages 12–15): Helps youth build self-awareness, explore career options, and create a plan for reaching future goals.

  • Workforce Development Model (ages 16–19): Combines school-based and work-based learning to teach job readiness, provide industry-recognized certifications, and support transition into the workforce.

Our Impact

How We Make A Difference

  • 87% of youth created education or career plans for the future
  • 74% of youth remained crime-free
  • 1,870 industry-recognized certifications earned by youth
Leadership

AMIkids Aspen is led by their respective Executive Director and a volunteer board of local community leaders, ensuring its positive impact on our communities.

AMIkids Aspen Executive Director

  • Elijah Clark

AMIkids Aspen Board of Trustees

  • Ernest W Session - Chair
  • Kendall J Session - Vice Chair
  • Douglas Gantt
  • Dwayne Harper
  • Tammey S. Davis
AMIkids Aspen
Columbia, SC
Career and Technical Education Juvenile Justice Residential Program Enhancements Residential

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5300 Broad River Road, Columbia, SC

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