Frequently Asked Questions

How is ICH staffed?

Over the years, ICH has been able to teach the older children to do some of the work that needs to be done in our home. Along with their input, Mrs. Noh has hired a small but very loyal group of workers who provide all the logistical support they need. From a child psychologist to kitchen staff to dorm parents. They have it all. Funding for these people comes partially from your sponsorship, and partially from the Korean government.

What about education?

All of our school age children are attending public schools. Along with the education they receive in town we provide tutors for the children who help them with their homework.

Where does your support come from?

The support of ICH comes primarily through volunteer donations from churches and individuals. In addition the government provides a small monthly stipend to assist us. We are accountable to God, first and foremost, and then to our board, our partners and to the Korean government.

Where do the children come from?

Most of our children come to us through church or government referrals. They come with a wide variety of backgrounds; abusive situations, street children, real orphans. Basically, we believe the Lord sends us the children we receive, and we do our best not to turn any of them down.

How can I visit the orphanage?

ICH is really concerned with the safety of its children and has certain guidelines for visitation. It would be really difficult for ICH to select qualified U.S. visitors. Therefore, based on the successful partnership with Orphanos Foundation, ICH has chosen Orphanos as its representative in the United States. ICH has determined that teams coming from the USA must come through the Orphanos Foundation. To inquire regarding teams traveling to ICH in the near future, contact Orphanos at 901.458.9500.

Can I adopt a child from the orphanage?

Isaac Children's Home works hard to give the children a family environment that is indeed their family. For many of the children, the staff at ICH are the only family they know. Mrs. Noh refers to the children as "My kids." The children love her as their mother. For them adoption would be yet another emotional trauma. This along with the reality that the Korean government generally is not favorable to international adoptions, make adopting children from ICH a rare and difficult reality.