Support and Resources

 FAQs

 

    1. Our website has the application to fill out for youth.

    2. We reach out to families within 72 hours from the day we receive the application.

    3. Orientation is the last Saturday of every month usually from 11 am - 1 pm.

    4. Orientation goes into detail about the 12 weeks will look like and what our rules and expectations are.

    • Group mentorship is a 12-week process.

    • No classes on holiday weekends.

    • Boys have mentorship on Saturdays either from 11 am - 1 pm or 2 pm - 4 pm.

    • Girls have mentorship on Mondays from 5:30 pm - 7 pm.

    • Parents are required to attend the 1st week which is orientation and the last week which is Graduation.

    • We hold a graduation ceremony for the youth presenting them with a certificate for completing the program.

    • There is a lead mentor who leads the lessons for the 12-week process.

    • Youth are encouraged to share in the class and have a safe space to do so.

    • Each week has a different lesson plan that the mentor goes over with the group.

  • Our lesson plans cover a range of important topics, and some can be expanded upon.

    • Time Management

    • Integrity

    • Accountability

    • Healthy Relationships

    • Developing Core Values

    • Interactions with Law Enforcement

    • Presenting yourself in court

    • Boys/Girls to Men/Women

Resources

Community Resource Guide

Download this list of local resources to get support if you are in crises or need support with mental health, family, medical health, housing assistance, shelter, food assistance, utility assistance, education, clothing, employment, or legal services.

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