Teen Program

Nelson Youth Centres

Teen Program

Focus: 15 – 17 year olds living in the Aldershot and Acton communities

Program Description:

The Teen Program is designed to support youth who are having difficulty coping at home, at school and in the community. This program is an after school treatment program which is delivered weekly in Acton and in Aldershot. Groups focus on key issues that effect teens today such as low self esteem, depression, peer pressure, anger management, academic stress and maintaining healthy relationships. Counsellors work individually with youth and their parents to help with the transition from adolescence to adulthood.

Qualifying Criteria:

       The youth is between 15- 17 years old

       The youth lives or attends school in the Aldershot and Acton communities

       The youth is referred by parents/guardians, medical professionals, schools, and other service providers.

Program Goals:

       To set goals and teach life skills which motivate youth to develop a plan for a successful future.

       To maintain and/or improve their school attendance, and work completion as they prepare for graduation.

       To enhance self esteem and provide an atmosphere where youth feel safe and supported.

       To provide families with effective parenting strategies which help create healthy relationships in a nurturing home environment.

Program Details

Acton: Monday evenings ( 3:30 - 7:30)

Aldershot: Tuesday evenings (3:00 – 7:00)

Fees: None

Contact to Register: Tammy Marshall

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