The program's objective is to assist the resident in developing a sense of self-worth and to help her become a responsible, productive, self-sufficient individual. Therefore, each resident participates in a program of employment, school, or volunteer work. Household tasks are shared among residents. Instructions in nutrition, childbirth, parenting, and homemaking skills are offered. Weekly counseling sessions help the resident realistically evaluate choices to parent or to place the baby with an adoptive family. The young women who come to Angels Way must be willing to participate in this program.

The Angels Way program is available to single, pregnant women eighteen years of age or older who are free from communicable diseases, drug or alcohol dependence and severe mental or emotional disorders. Admission is open to women of any race, religion, nationlity and financial status. Residents are required to sign an agreement of compliance with house rules and policies. Each resident contributes a specified amount for the cost of living at the home during pregnancy and for a period of time following the birth of her child.