Description:

Provides youth involved in the juvenile justice system mental, emotional and social mentoring. Provides help with opportunities and resources for careers and education.
Offers FREE Therapeutic Mentoring program for youth affected by opioid and other drug misuse in Lake County, IL.

Youth are matched with professional mentors who meet with them for 2-3 hours per week for up to 12 months. Mentoring is provided one-on-one and in groups.

The program seeks to assist with:

Problem-solving
Coping and self-advocacy skills
Positive future orientation
Progress on educational and career goals
Connection to prosocial peers, family, and community
Access to opportunity, structures and resources
A decrease in mental/behavioral health problems
Delinquent attitudes

Eligibility:

Children (age 11-18 years)

Languages:

Spanish

Program Fees:

No fee

Intake Process:

Call for appointment

Documents Required: None

Contacts

Phone Numbers

Address Listings

Handicap Accessible?

Yes

Wishlist:

Financial donations are accepted

Volunteer Opportunities:

None

Date of Official Change:

March 17, 2026

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