Record #: WIN2294 | Last Modified: 04 Sep 2019 | Last Full Update: 04 Sep 2019 |
Contact Information | |
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Office Phone | 519-253-3340 |
Fax | 519-253-6476 |
executivedirector@essexcountydiversion.com | |
Website | www.ecyouthdiversion.ca |
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Primary Contact | Joanna Conrad, Executive Director, Essex County Diversion Program Inc.; Phone: ext 225; Email: executivedirector@essexcountydiversion.com |
Description and Service Details | |
Description (Service) | * The Essex County Diversion Program is proud to offer a full range of programs necessary to promote the best outcomes possible for our community’s youth. * The primary focus of our programs is for youth to develop self-respect, responsibility, and appropriate problem solving skills while empowering young men and women to create, maintain, and improve their upon their decision-making in a positive way. Ten programs offered, each dealing with various subject matters, all pertinent to the issues youth face today. Subject matters covered include; * social skills in Rebound Life Choices * mediation in Youth Justice Committees, * “sexting” and inappropriate online behaviours in #keepyourprivatesprivate * stealing in L.O.S.S. * bullying in Beyond Bullying; * substance abuse in Teen Intervene; and * excessive gaming in Time to L.A.G. Please note that youth ages 10-12 are only applicable for referral to #keepyourprivatesprivateJR. All other programs are open to youth ages 12-17. * All programming consists of an assessment, case plan, family support and supervision for a designated period of time for youth. * Participants must attend all sessions in full, actively participate, complete assignments as well as complete a pre and post-test prior to successfully finishing programming. * If a Police/Court Referred participant fails to attend and participate as scheduled, the participant’s file will be returned to Police Services/Courts for further enforcement. * The programs will give youth the tools they need to say no to peer pressure, stand up to bullying, gain higher self-worth and make better life choices. * For more information, please visit our website and/or call our office. |
Hours | Mon-Fri 8:30 am-4:30 pm |
Areas Served | Essex County ; Windsor |
Eligibility | Ages: 10 year(s) - 17 year(s) * Youth, ages 10-17 are eligible to receive service. * Please note that youth ages 10 - 12 are only applicable for referral to #keepyourprivatesprivateJR. * All other programs are open to youth ages 12-17. * Youth in conflict with the law are referred from Police and or the Crown Attorney Office. * Young offenders must be prepared to be held accountable for their actions, be willing to participate in the program and be aware of their options and rights. * Offenders who do not agree with, or comply with the measures/sanctions, are returned to the police/formal court system. * The Essex County Diversion Program also accepts community referrals from the youth themselves, parents, schools and community partners. * Teens who are engaging in risky behavior can receive education and support to make positive life choices and gain a stronger awareness of the consequences to their actions before it becomes a problem. |
Application | * Referral process required * Registration required |
Languages | English |
Fees | None |
Agency Information | |
Established | 1980 |
Primary Executive | Joanna Conrad, Executive Director; Phone: ext 225; Email: executivedirector@essexcountydiversion.com |
Funding | Provincial |
Site Information | |
Located In Community | Windsor |
Address & Map | |
Intersection | Provincial Rd and Walker Rd |
Physical Access | Fully Accessible - Parking, Washroom and Entrance ; Not Applicable |
Other Details | |
Print Material | Pamphlets, brochures, website |