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Youth Mentoring Services of Niagara County, Inc

Description:

The YMS mission is to make a positive difference in the lives of children and youth primarily through a relationship with a caring adult, and to assist them in achieving their highest potential as they grow to become productive, responsible, and caring citizens. YMS addresses the needs of children and youth (ages 7-19) by providing activities and other resources.

Programs and Services:
- Social Emotional Learning: Site Based Mentoring for children ages 6-16 in groups across Niagara County.
- Summer Program: Youth Mentoring Services hosts a free (11:00am-3:00pm) summer program for youth ages 7-11. The program runs 5 days per week for 8.5 weeks. The program is a combination of structured activities around a common theme and free time. Social Emotional Learning (SEL) is the focus for this program. This program also offers wrap around child care for a nominal fee. Program provides:
- Free lunch
- Interactive workshops on topics such as personal empowerment, anger management, social skills,
literacy, team building, and how to be healthy
- Outdoor games, crafts, and activities
- Prizes and giveaways
- Socialization with peers under the guidance of trained staff

Registration for programs is required. *Registration does not guarantee a spot for your child(ren). Applications can be found on the Youth Mentoring Services website.

- Lockport Spokes: Youth Mentoring Services provides free after-school programming for teens 13-17 on Mondays and Wednesdays from 2:45-4:15 PM at Kenan Center.

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