Counseling
For the Individual and Family… The counseling process begins with a thorough interview and assessment, followed by the establishment of goals for treatment and a time line for services. Counseling is a collaborative effort with respect to individual clients and families regardless of race, religion or sexual orientation. OASIS
Organizing Against Substances in Stoughton is the substance abuse prevention facet of the SYC, consisting of community members that work toward the planning and reduction of youth alcohol, tobacco and other drug use (ATOD). O.A.S.I.S. works toward strengthening and coordinating collaborations for substance abuse prevention through community partnerships and mobilizing the community towards a culture that values substance abuse prevention and sustainability. Operation Horizon For almost three decades, the Youth Commission has provided summer trips to the youth of Stoughton. We offer weekly trips to various area destinations, including the Mystic Aquarium, the South Shore Music Circus, Charles River Boat Tour, local sporting events, and our always-popular George’s Island. The trips are funded primarily by fund raisers and local businesses. However there is a nominal fee. Scholarships are available for Operations Horizons. Strengthening Families is a 10-week skill-building group for youth and families to improve communication, stress management and family functioning. The program focuses on of three different age groups; 3-5 years, 6-12 years, and 13-17 years.
Youth Advisory Council is for teens 7th-12th who wish to make a positive impact on their community. Joining the Council provides an opportunity to create and execute community projects (such as Pride of Stoughton), develop leadership skills, and meet other teens with
the same vision. Preteen Esteem is a group for fifth-grade girls designed to aid in the transition from grade school to middle school.
Anger Management is designed for youth to learn to identify and manage angry feelings.
Babysitter Training provides education in basic childcare, first aid, safety and safe play, leadership, professionalism, and CPR training. Sessions running February and April vacation, 2010.
Adventures & Games is a social skills group for grades 3 – 5. Have you ever group juggled? Learn about solving problems and making friends all while playing games and going on these and other adventures.
P.A.S.S. (Positive Action Stops Substances) A short term substance abuse program for youth who are referred for treatment, and those who would like to work on challenges they face regarding substance use.
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