For youth looking for a way to spend some free time after school, meet
up with peers on Saturdays or simply find helpful support, the Community
Outreach Center offers free drop-in activities and scheduled programs
in a safe and comfortable setting for community youth ages 10-20.
Weekend activity programmes for children
After School Drop-in Program
The After School program offers structured activities, homework
assistance, arts and crafts, community service projects and other indoor
and outdoor activities, including games and special event activities.
The program is designed to promote positive youth development in a safe
place where youth can interact with peers, develop new skills, enhance
their academic performance, become involved in positive recreational
activities, and increase their community involvement through volunteer
services. Daily on-site counseling and group activities are available as
needed. There is no fee to participate.
Teen Nights for Ages 14 and Older
An additional evening drop-in program for youth ages 14-20 is
provided Thursdays 6-8pm and Fridays 2:30-8pm. The program offers
individual, group and peer counseling, basic need assistance,
assessments and referrals for mental health, substance abuse or
health-related services in an environment that promotes safety,
stability and positive youth development. There is no fee to
participate.
Group Support
The Outreach Center also hosts weekly support/information groups for
Putnam County youth. Psycho-educational group meetings run for 8 weeks
and build continuity with youth and support their growth and
development. More
Community Service Opportunities for Youth
Opportunities to complete required community service are available
at the Outreach Center. Youth aged 14 and up can work as volunteers at
the Center helping younger youth with homework, leading arts &
crafts activities, teaching skills/hobbies or assisting staff with
special projects. Social and recreational activities are offered along
with the above groups.
A Partner to the Putnam Community
Green Chimneys staff also attend school, health and community
activities/events to provide interactive presentations on a variety of
topics to youth and other interested groups throughout Putnam County. If
your school or organization is interested in inviting us to present,
please contact Erin LeMon
The Wall