Barium Springs Home for Children! Since 1891, we have been committed to a safe and nurturing family life for every child. Barium Springs serves North Carolina's children and families by providing a caring place to live for abused or neglected children, early childhood development for low income families, counseling services and foster family programs. We also offer behavior treatment in a school setting for troubled teens as well as early intervention services for children still living in the community. Barium Springs Home for Children is committed to a safe and nurturing family life for every child. Through the Early Childhood Education Program, Barium Springs Home for Children provides consultation and training to child care centers, providers and agencies throughout North Carolina. Designated as a Model Childcare Center by the Duke Endowment, the program provides consultation and training in various forms in an effort to improve the quality of early childcare and education throughout the state.
