Impacting the Lives of Thousands
A major mark on the city, the region, and more importantly the lives of thousands of future children, came in 1938 when Tom hired renowned Abilene architect David S. Castle to design Hendrick Home for Children. A year later, in June 1939, the Home opened with twelve children from three families.
The 52-acre campus serves as “home” to approximately 100 residents across three programs: Basic Care, Family Care, and After Care. The campus has family-style cottages, apartment style residences, and a multifaceted, two-story main building. The campus also includes a gymnasium, a swimming pool, an equine center, a large, familial dining hall, and a sports court and baseball field.
