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Supervised, recreation-based youth drop-in centre

• offers pool table, ping-pong, video games and scheduled activities
• staff trained to work with youth and provide referrals to youth services available in Halton Hills and Halton Region

• Drop In - activities, food, relationship building
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• Aids in crime prevention through community education, creative programming, and service to individuals and families in need
  
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• Speakers available

• Aids in crime prevention through community education, creative programming, and service to individuals and families in need
  
• Presentations on crime, criminal justice system, offenders, and agency services
  
• Speakers available

Acton and Georgetown Youth Centres are open for in-person programming Mon to Fri from 3 pm-7:30 pm for youth ages 12-24. The Youth Centres provided recreation-based youth drop-in programming, supervised by Town trained staff that includes a lounge, gym, cooking, access to resources and more

• offers pool table, ping-pong, video games and scheduled activities
• staff trained to work with youth and provide referrals to youth services available in Halton Hills and Halton Region

Provides:

• a welcome and friendly place for teens from all walks of life
• a safe and relaxed environment run by caring staff and volunteers
• the opportunity to connect and build friendships with other teens and caring adults
• personalized support that is specific to each teen and their unique life situation
• one-on-one mentoring
• homework support
• referral services for areas of mental health, addiction and other presenting concerns
• group discussions on teen issues, current events and spiritual questions
• indoor activities include pool, ping pong, video games, art station, weight room, board games, cards and more
• outdoor activities such as ball hockey, soccer, basketball and other fun activities
• a meaningful refuge from pressures that may exist at school, home and other places

Drop-in inclusive space for youth designed withn input from local youth and the Milton Youth Task Force

Supervised by trained youth engagement leaders the space features:

• A kitchenette with snacks courtesy of Food for Life
• TV and video games
• Lounge area
• Ping pong table
• Individual seating for studying
• A device charging station
• Food bank
• Clothing exchange
• Support services including ROCK and ADAPT
• Movies
• Video games
• Board games
• Arts and crafts
• Special events and programing

A drop-in centre for youth 8-19 years old, providing a welcoming space for learning, growing, building relationships, having fun, and offering support to experience fulfilling routes through life. Light dinner and snack is provided.

Programs include:

• Workshops
• 2SLGBTQIA+ positive space
• Homework support
• Open gym
• Movies and games
• Youth council
• Trips

Removes barriers for clients by creating a centre where families can gain access to multiple supports and services in one place

• home to Our Community Cares (OCC) and other community partners
• programs for youth are for ages 5 to 17 and their families, and encourage learning, physical activity, and social and life skills

Support available includes:

• food pantry, see separate listing here
• infant food bank, see separate listing here
• clothing

For more information, see website

• supportive relationships to encourage healthy lifestyles for youth in the community
• a space off the street for youth to hang out, have fun, shoot pool, play video games, listen to music or participate in special events
• opportunities to network with other youth-oriented agencies for support and service
• workshops and programs which promote health, accountability, responsibility and hope
• The Door Drop In is held each Fri 7 pm-10 pm

• support for teenagers in the central Ontario region
• agents that are screened, trained and equipped to handle youth crisis situations
• ability to connect teens and families to local social services, mental health supports, and local youth programming
• Live chat can be accessed at YUChat.ca or by calling 1-800-991-8984 Mon-Fri 12 noon-12 midnight

• EarlyON Child and Family Centre https://calendar.brantford.ca/earlyoncentre for program information

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