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Youth Programs
Youth and Family Development Programs aim to enhance
personal well-being, strengthen family functioning and increase personal
responsibility, confidence and healthy decision-making. Emphasis on a
client-centered approach within a continuum of care model, which focuses on the
health, resiliency and resourcefulness of individuals. Services are provided in
a safe and respectful environment where diversity and connection to community is
valued.
- Edmonds Youth and Family Resource Centre
- Youth and Family Development Work
- Youth Source
- The best Youth Links on the Internet
Edmonds Youth and Family Resource Centre
Edmonds Youth and Family Resource Centre offers drop-in support services to
at-risk youth. This service provides a safe welcoming environment for youth to
hang out, have something to eat, learn about community resources, access crisis
and goal orientated counseling or talk to a youth worker about issues that are
relevant to them such as alcohol and drug misuse, family conflict, relationships
and school. A self-esteem/life skills building girls group and a parenting group
are also offered through this resource.
For more information about the Edmonds Youth and Family Resource Centre, call
the Purpose Society at 604.526.2522.
Agape House
We operate, Agape House, a Group- Living House in New Westminster. The house is
intended for male youth aged 16-19 who are transitioning towards independence.
Agape offers youth a communal living environment where they share 2 bathrooms,
one kitchen and a living room. The house has a live-in house coach who is on
site nightly from midnight to 7am and facilitates one evening weekly where
residents can have visitors.
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Youth Source
Youth Source provides a warm, welcoming atmosphere for youth. Youth have access
to a wide array of services through this resource. They can access free medical
care, talk to an Alcohol and Drug Counselor, youth worker or therapist, take a
shower, do their laundry or access the emergency food cupboard. Youth are also
welcome to hang out and participate in recreational activities. We also provide
advocacy and referral services for youth on issues such as shelter, income
assistance, legal services, family mediation and school issues.
Internet Links for Youth
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