Atlantic Street Center

<div>Counseling Services: Our counseling services program addresses mental health and life issues that often accompany challenging family circumstances. The goal of our counseling program is to ensure that children have the tools and resources they need to cope with the issues in their lives. Services include: -counseling and guidance -problem/conflict resolution -needs assessment -help with basic needs (shelter, food) -resource identification -support groups -social skills classes -therapy for abused/neglected children -family therapy/family referrals to other services In 2008, our Counseling Program served&nbsp;465 children, youth &amp; families. </div> <div>&nbsp;</div> <div>Early LearningProgram: The goal of our Early Learning Program is to promote early literacy, language development, and school readiness. Services and activities focus on promoting learning and language development through the use of books and toys; helping parents learn how to read and play with their young children; teaching parents how to integrate learning into each day; and preparing children to succeed in kindergarten and beyond. In 2008, our Child Development Program served 80 children and their caregivers. </div> <div>&nbsp;</div> <div>Youth Development Program: Our Youth Development Program focuses on helping children and youth acquire the social and academic skills they need to succeed in life. We provide tutoring, social skill groups, leadership development, summer school program, and social/recreational opportunities, all of which are designed to help children and youth manage anger, resist peer pressure, and improve their academic and social competencies. In 2008, our Youth Development Program served&nbsp;389 youth. </div> <div>&nbsp;</div> <div>Family Centers: Our two Family Centers provide education, social support, and family activities to strengthen and empower families. Our services are culturally relevant to the neighborhoods we serve. Services include: -Parenting classes for parents and guardians of all ages -Support groups -Citizenship and ESL classes -Financial literacy classes -Community events/festivals -Computer labs -Personal health/fitness classes -Drop-in youth recreation center -Advocacy and referral -Eviction prevention In 2008, our two Family Centers collectively served 2,168 families.&nbsp;<br /></div> <div>Holiday Assistance helps low-income families celebrate the holidays through our Toy Store and Adopt-A-Family programs. Each year, we provide gifts to approximately 300 families in our community. </div>

Served 3,138 children, youth and families.