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The teen years can be exciting, fun, and difficult all at the same time. It is a time to discover who you are, what you believe, and the kind of person you want to be. It’s also a time when there are a lot of hard choices to make about friendships, sex, alcohol, drugs, and school. The Youth Resource Directory contains information on organizations which can lend a supportive hand, help you pursue an interest, find employment or volunteer work or just have fun.
If you have a question, reach out! Use the directory to call for information or assistance, and don’t be afraid to ask or say what you need. There are plenty of people ready and willing to help.
The Child and Family Guidance Center is a LA County Department of Mental Health (DMH) contractor that provides Specialized Prevention and Early Intervention (PEI) services to children, transition age youth, and adults utilizing evidence-based treatment interventions (EBPs) that are consistent with LAC/DMH Mental Health services Act (MHSA).
The Center also provides families with access to a comprehensive continuum of services depending on the needs of the family ranging from once a week; time limited mental services (PEI) to intensive in-home services that are delivered several times a week with 24-7 availability for crises.
The Community Resource Services is a division dedicated to improving the quality of life for special needs children and their families by helping them to locate, access and effectively use essential community health and social services.
The agencies on this document are listed for informational purposes only. No endorsement of the quality of services is intended by Community Resource Services of the Child and Family Guidance Center.
EDUCATIONAL AND VOCATIONAL PROGRAMS
Job Corps (800) 733-Jobs
www.jobcorps.gov
Target Population: Low-income youth in need of job skills, ages 16-24, not currently on probation or parole. Services Available: Hands-on vocational and educational training for high school level (GED or diploma) and post-high school level. Program includes optional room and board, medical and dental care, clothing, and daily living allowance. (Free for qualifying students.) Two locations:
Los Angeles Job Corps Center 1020 South Olive Street Los Angeles, CA 90015 (213) 748-0135 www.losangeles.jobcorps.gov
Long Beach Job Corps Center 1903 Santa Fe Avenue Long Beach, CA 90810 (562) 983-1777
https://longbeach.jobcorps.gov/
El Proyecto del Barrio Center
9030 Laurel Canyon Boulevard Sun Valley, CA 91352 (818) 771-0184
www.elproyecto.us/youthsource-program/ Free services for low-income youth, 16-24 years of age and residents of the City of Los Angeles. They provide assistance with employment, career and college exploration, GED, Job skills training, computer training, and much more.
Department of Rehabilitation (DOR)
www.dor.ca.gov/
Target Population: Youth or adults with mental health diagnosis, learning disability, developmental disability or physical impairment, regardless of income.
Services Available: Vocational assessment and planning; job placement and job club; vocational training and college courses; job coach and supported employment; workshop employment; assistive technology; referrals to vocational training or college. Payment of transportation, clothing allowance, tools, and possibly school/college tuition when candidate qualifies for such services. Two locations:
Van Nuys / Foothill District Office 15400 Sherman Way, Suite #480 Van Nuys, CA 91411 (818) 901-5024
The agencies on this document are listed for informational purposes only. No endorsement of the quality of services is intended by Community Resource Services of the Child and Family Guidance Center.
ENRICHMENT PROGRAMS
I. After School and Community Programs
Boys & Girls Club of America
www.bgca.org
Provides year-round recreational activities. After school programs for children ages 6-18 years. Services include: arts, crafts, sports, computers, dance classes, wrestling, drill team, game room and more. Annual membership fee $26-70 dollars depending on site. Sliding scale and scholarship available for low-income families. Locations:
Boys and Girls Club of San Fernando Valley 11251 Glenoaks Boulevard Pacoima, CA 91331 (818) 896-5261 www.bgcsfv.org
West Valley Boys and Girls Club 7245 Remmet Avenue Canoga Park, CA 91303 (818) 610-1054 www.wvbgc.org
Boys and Girls Club of Burbank 2244 North Buena Vista Street Burbank, CA 91504 (818) 842-9333 www.bgcburbank.org
Boys and Girls Club of Santa Clarita 24909 Newhall Avenue New Hall, CA 91351 (661) 254-2582 www.scvboysandgirlsclub.org
Casa Esperanza 14705 Blythe Street Panorama City, CA 91402 (818) 786-1076 www.casaesperanzaihm.org
Youth Programs include homework assistance, leadership, writing workshops, financial literacy for teens, mentoring, ballet “folklorico”, guitar, Boy/Girl Scouts, exercise classes. Summer camp for children 5-14 years old from mid June to late August.
Jeopardy Program (LAPD) www.lapdonline.org/youth_programs
The Jeopardy Program is a gang prevention and intervention program for boys and girls ages 8-17 years and their parents. Jeopardy offers a variety of educational and physical projects, from tutoring to martial arts. Parents must bring their child into the center for the initial interview to enroll. Program is offered at different police stations. Program is FREE.
Foothill Division 12760 Osborne Street Pacoima, CA 91331 (818) 485-0636
North Hollywood Division 11640 Burbank Boulevard North Hollywood, CA 91601 (818) 754-8470
Van Nuys Division 6240 Sylmar Avenue Van Nuys, CA 91401 (818) 374-9406
West Valley Division 19020 Vanowen Street Reseda, CA 91335 (818) 374-7684
The agencies on this document are listed for informational purposes only. No endorsement of the quality of services is intended by Community Resource Services of the Child and Family Guidance Center.
Recreation Centers in the San Fernando Valley have Teen Clubs that are designed for High School youth. They offer recreational activities, classes, and weekend trips. Once you sign up at a Teen Club you will then be eligible to participate in one of the other CLASS Park Programs that offer off site activities such as rock climbing, hiking, horseback riding, backpacking, fishing, canoeing, kayaking, sailing, snowboarding, mountain biking and camping. Teen Clubs are offered at the following parks:
- Delano Recreation Center
- Hubert Humphrey Recreation Center
- Lanark Recreation Center
- Reseda Recreation Center
- Sepulveda Recreation Center
- Sun Valley Recreation Center
- Sylmar Recreation Center
- Valley Plaza Recreation Center
Three times a year the CLASS Parks Program runs a new track of Youth Employment Internship Program (YEIP) which provides teens with life skills (money management, professional etiquette, resume composition, job skills, communication and tolerance). Internship training is conducted throughout the school year on designated Saturdays. Please visit their website for more information about enrollment. They provide three internship training courses in: Camp Counselor and Leadership Training: Interactive class that involves participants gaining practical knowledge of after-school and day camp programs. Participants will learn planning an activity such as arts and crafts, cooking, games, science, nature, sports, and more.
Crime Scene Investigation and Leadership Training:
Participants learn the art of crime scene investigation through hands on experiments followed up by mysteries to solve using forensic science skills that they have learned. They will get knowledge in fingerprinting, casting, DNA analysis, Toxicology, entomology, blood spatter testing, and deductive reasoning.
Outdoor Education and Leadership Training: Participants will receive hands on training in basic camping and outdoor skills, survival skills, first aid, outdoor cooking, topographical maps, stars, plants and wildlife.
Keep Youth Doing Something (KYDS)
7026 Sophia Avenue Van Nuys, CA 91406 (818) 908-2029 www.kydsinc.org info@kydsinc.org
KYDS provides a school based after-school program that offers activities such as arts and crafts, sports, theatre, drama and homework help. Program takes place from 2:30pm-5:45pm, Monday-Friday. Parents must go to the school office and fill out an application for the KYDS program. The program is offered at the following schools: Emelita Elementary, Herrick Elementary, Melvin Elementary, Byrd Middle School, and Northridge Middle School, Sun Valley Middle School, Woodland Hills Academy, Arleta High School, East Valley High School, and Polytechnic High School. Program is FREE.
The agencies on this document are listed for informational purposes only. No endorsement of the quality of services is intended by Community Resource Services of the Child and Family Guidance Center.
Police Activity League Supporters (P.A.L.S)
Greg Smith LAPD Devonshire Youth Center 8721 Wilbur Avenue Northridge, CA 91324 (818) 885-6432
www.devonshire-pals.org
Free after school program for children ages 7-17. It is a prevention program run by LAPD that offers youth enriching and instructive experiences in education, athletic and recreational activities. They have computers, games, free tutoring, sports, and arts and crafts. Open Monday through Thursday from 1:00pm6:00pm. Caregivers need to walk in and sign the child up for the program. Program is FREE.
Beat the Street Los Angeles www.beatthestreets-la.org
BTSLA is a new wrestling program for high school students in the San Fernando Valley The program is free of charge. Practices are held on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays from 6:00pm-8:00pm at:
YMCA
www.ymcala.org
Each YMCA has different activities and services available, such as after school programs, day camp and sports. Please call the YMCA nearest you for specific activities. They offer scholarships for low-income families and their children. The caregiver must pick up the application form at the main office. The scholarships are 20-25% off the regular fee and they are on a first come first served basis.
All YMCA’s have a Counselor in Training Program (C.I.T.) for youth ages 16-17. They volunteer at the local Day Camp as a Counselor and learn leadership skills under the supervision of an adult Camp Counselor.
North Valley Family YMCA 11336 Corbin Avenue Northridge, CA 91326 (818) 368-3231 www.ymcala.org/nv
Mid Valley Family YMCA 6901 Lennox Avenue Van Nuys, CA 91405 (818) 989-3800 www.ymcala.org/mv
East Valley YMCA 5142 Tujunga Avenue North Hollywood, CA 91601 (818) 763-5126 www.ymcala.org/ev
New Directions for Youth 7315 Lankershim Boulevard North Hollywood, CA 91605 (818) 503-6330 www.ndfy.org
This Agency offers services for children ages 8-18 years old. Tutoring is offered in all subjects. There is a mentoring program aimed at teaching life skills, gang intervention, and support. During the summer, the youth employment program provides job training and employment opportunities for youth in the community. This is a paid training and youth must be between the ages of 14-18 years. Programs are FREE.
San Fernando High School
11133 O’Melveny Avenue San Fernando, CA 91340
Canoga Park High School
6850 Topanga Canyon Boulevard Canoga Park, CA 91303
West Valley Family YMCA 18810 Vanowen Street Reseda, CA 91335 (818) 774-2840 www.ymcala.org/wv
YMCA of Burbank 321 East Magnolia Boulevard Burbank, CA 91502 (818) 845-8551 www.burbankymca.org
The agencies on this document are listed for informational purposes only. No endorsement of the quality of services is intended by Community Resource Services of the Child and Family Guidance Center.
North Valley Caring Services 15435 Rayen Street North Hills, CA 91343 (818) 891-0481
Contact: Coach Anthony, ext. 24
www.nvcsinc.org
Year Round After School Program for children ages 5-18 years old Elementary school youth play games, do homework, and take enrichment classes. Teens plan their field trips, movie club, games, and other activities. Open Monday through Thursday from 2:30pm-6:00pm. Homework assistance is provided. Program is FREE There is a wait list for the Summer Program.
Pacoima Beautiful
12510 Van Nuys Boulevard, Suite 302 Pacoima, CA 91331 (818) 899-2454 ext. 109 https://.pacoimabeautiful.org
A community-based organization that seeks to empower the Pacoima community. All programs are FREE.
- Youth United Towards Environmental Protection (YUTEP): Students from middle schools and high schools are encouraged to attend Pacoima Beautiful youth group. YUTEP is a group of students from 12 to 17 years of age that meet once a week and take an active role in their community by learning about their environment and how-to bring change in the community.
Hands 4 Hope LA 11210 Otsego Street North Hollywood, CA 91601 (818) 763-HOPE www.hands4hopela.org
Hands for Hope offers the following free after school programs for children and teens:
- Youth After-School Program: Ages 8-14, Monday through Thursday from 1:00pm – 6:30pm.
Youth program consists of four components: academic assistance, healthy lifestyles, arts exploration and life skills development.
Big Brothers/Big Sisters of Greater Los Angeles
3333 Wilshire Boulevard, Suite 103
Los Angeles, CA 90010
(213) 213-2400 (213) 370-8603
https://bbbsla.org/
Agency matches a child with a caring adult mentor, and supports the relationship with trained case managers. The mentor, the child, and their parent/guardian make a one-year commitment to the relationship. The matches meet at least twice a month for 2-4 hours. Program is open to children ages 6-16 years old. To enroll children, please visit their website. Program is FREE.
- School Clubs: Pacoima Beautiful also co-founded and co-facilitates four Environmental School Clubs:
1.Arleta High School: Eco-League
2.Cesar Chavez Learning Academies: Imagine Green
3.Polytechnic High School: Environmental Club
4.San Fernando High School: Science Club
These clubs meet once a week on campus, where students learn about environmental issues, participate in civic engagement opportunities, plan Earth Day events, learn from guest speakers, and are advocates for environmental and social justice on campus.
- TAY Program: It has four modules:
1) Job Readiness: students create a portfolio with a personal budget, resume, cover letter and sample job application. Field trips, workshops and on-going personalized support expose students to careers and the training/education/skills required.
2) College Readiness: TAY students are mentored on college applications, financial aid and scholarships, academic preparation and emotional readiness.
3) Youth Entrepreneurship: students participate in team projects that plan mock businesses and create marketing plans for mock products. Each student will interview for the job, and function in that role during a workplace simulation activity that challenges students to use critical thinking skills and problemsolve. In this way, students of all ages broaden their horizons and discover new career paths
4) Financial Literacy: students learn how to budget, evaluate loans and identify red flags of predatory lending.
The agencies on this document are listed for informational purposes only. No endorsement of the quality of services is intended by Community Resource Services of the Child and Family Guidance Center.
II. Art and Music Programs
Canoga Park Youth Arts Center
7222 Remmet Avenue
Canoga Park, CA 91303 (818) 346-7099
Canoga Park Youth Arts Center - Department of Cultural Affairs (culturela.org)
They offer low cost classes in the visual arts for children and teens after school and on Saturdays. Classes include: animation, painting and drawing, photography, ceramics, Japanese anime, miniature set design, digital video and mural projects. A limited number of scholarships are available on the basis of need.
Mariachi Master Apprentice Program
Department of Recreation and Community Services 208 Park Avenue
San Fernando, CA 91340 (818) 898-1290 Contact: Virginia Diediker, Cultural Art Supervisor https://ci.san-fernando.ca.us/mmap/
To be eligible, applicants must be between 9 and 18 years of age and have at least 2 years of musical experience and demonstrate an intermediate or advanced level of musicianship. Classes meet Tuesday evenings for three hours. Weekend practices and/or musical performances are also components of this program. Auditions are held throughout the year. Applicants must contact the Department of Recreation and Community Services for the next audition date.
Sun Valley Youth Arts Center 8642 Sunland Boulevard
Sun Valley, CA 91352 (818) 252-4619
Sun Valley Youth Arts Center - "Stone House"Department of Cultural Affairs (culturela.org)
The Sun Valley Youth Arts Center offers low cost classes in the arts for children and teens (ages 5-17) throughout the year. Classes include sculpture, painting, video production, graphic design, game design, urban art, and cake decorating. Prices range from $36 to $48 for an 8-week session.
McGroarty Arts Center
7570 McGroarty Terrace Tujunga, CA 91042 (818) 352-5285 http://www.mcgroartyartscenter.org/ McGroarty Arts Center offers affordable classes for adults and children through out the year in many varieties of fine, literary and performing arts. A limited number of scholarships are available on the basis of need. Classes include: drawing, painting, ceramics, fashion design, Tai Chi, yoga, piano, singing, violin, hip hop dance, writing, and drama. Classes may vary each session.
The agencies on this document are listed for informational purposes only. No endorsement of the quality of services is intended by Community Resource Services of the Child and Family Guidance Center.
They provide a safe, comfortable health clinic for teens ages 1219 years old, designed by teens for teens, and run by a trained and certified staff of peers and licensed medical professionals. At this clinic they provide ANY teenager, male or female, of any age with information, counseling, basic birth control supplies, pregnancy testing, confidential testing for AIDS/HIV and other sexually transmitted diseases. One of the most important things for both male and female teens to know is that they can get (on a walk-in basis, no appointment needed) condoms, spermicidal foam and vaginal contraceptive film without charge, at any time during regular clinic hours. Free, walk-in Anonymous HIV
Testing Adolescents of ANY age may seek out safer-sex information and supplies if they are sexually active or are considering it.
Planned Parenthood
(800) 576-5544
www.plannedparenthood.org/los-angeles/
The agency provides health care and sexual health services to women, men and teens (without parent consent) in Los Angeles County. They provide information, counseling, basic birth control supplies, pregnancy testing, confidential testing for AIDS/HIV and other sexually transmitted diseases. All services are strictly confidential and their locations have bilingual staff available (English/Spanish). Three locations:
Burbank
916 W Burbank Boulevard, #M Burbank, CA 91502
North Hills Wellness Center
At James Monroe High School 9119 Haskel Avenue
North Hills, CA 91343 (818) 763-8836 Medical (818) 739-5900 Mental Health
Valley Teen Clinic is located at their new North Hills Wellness Center adjacent to Monroe High School. The Valley Teen Clinic offers adolescents aged 12-19 a confidential, teensensitive environment for free reproductive healthcare and education, and access to primary care services on a no/low cost basis. They offer dental services and mental health services.
Canoga Park
21001 Sherman Way, Suite #9
Canoga Park, CA 91303
Van Nuys
7100 Van Nuys Boulevard, Suite 108 Van Nuys, CA 91405
Northeast Valley Health Corporation
Pacoima Health Center 12756 Van Nuys Boulevard
Pacoima, CA 91331 (818) 896-0531
www.nevhc.org
Health services provided include pediatrics, adults, family planning, OB/GYN, and vaccinations. Medi-Cal is accepted. If no MediCal coverage, there are other programs for which one can apply. Spanish-speaking staff is available.
The agencies on this document are listed for informational purposes only. No endorsement of the quality of services is intended by Community Resource Services of the Child and Family Guidance Center.
SUBSTANCE ABUSE
Al-Anon/Alateen Family Group
Al-Anon Central Office 741 Glevia Street #102 Glendale, CA 91206 (818) 547-3027
Mutual support group for family and friends of alcoholics It is for anyone whose life has been affected by someone else's drinking. Services are FREE
Tarzana Treatment Center Youth Services 18646 Oxnard Street Tarzana, CA 91342 (800) 777-8565
http://www.tarzanatc.org/
Offer Residential and outpatient treatment for substance use for youth and adults. Accepts Medi-Cal.
Hathaway-Sycamores
Child and Family Services 12450 Van Nuys Boulevard, Suite 100 Pacoima, CA 91331 (818) 896-8366
http://www.hathaway-sycamores.org/
Outpatient co-occurring treatment for substance use for youth. Individual, group and family counseling. Accepts Medi-Cal.
Phoenix House 11600 Eldridge Avenue Lake View Terrace, CA 91342 (818) 350-5282 (888) 671-9392
http://www.phoenixhouse.org/
Phoenix House’s teens programs provides drug and alcohol treatment. Offer Residential Treatment and Outpatient treatment for substance use; both are voluntary programs. In-home prevention program available.
Accepts Medi-Cal.
Penny Lane Centers 15305 Rayen Street North Hills, CA 91343 (818) 892-3423
www.pennylane.org
Substance Use Disorder (SUD) outpatient and intensive treatment for youth and adults (ages 12 and up). They also have a youth residential treatment for your youth (ages 12-17). Accepts Medi-Cal.
The agencies on this document are listed for informational purposes only. No endorsement of the quality of services is intended by Community Resource Services of the Child and Family Guidance Center.
SUPPORT GROUP & PARENT TRAINING
Because I Love You (BILY) (818) 884-8242
Contact: Dennis Email: Dennis@bily.org http://bily.org
"Because I Love You" is a parent support group designed to help parents deal with drugs, runaways, truancy, verbal and physical abuse, curfew, dress codes and the problem friends. There is a group for parents and youth ages 13 and older. Kids attending the youth program must have their parent attending the parent group. A parent can attend without their child. Spanish services available. Program is FREE.
El Nido Family Centers
www.elnidofamilycenters.org
El Nido Family Centers is a social service non-profit agency that focuses its efforts in the following areas: services for Pregnant/Parenting Teens, Teen Pregnancy Prevention and Delinquency Prevention, Child Abuse Prevention/Intervention, and Parenting Education. There are 2 locations that service the San Fernando Valley:
S.H.A.R.E. (310) 305-8878 www.shareselfhelp.org
Self-Help and Recovery Exchange is the most comprehensive self-help community center in Los Angeles. The mission of SHARE is to help people pursue change and personal growth by empowering them to change their own lives and providing them a loving, safe, non-judgmental place where they can find community, information and support. SHARE hosts fifty self-help support groups each week, serving more than 2,500 people a month. To find the closest group to your home, please call (310) 305-8878
B.I.L.Y. Parent Support Group Meetings via Zoom five times a week for both California and out-of-state parents. Email Dennis to join a group
MEETING TIMES
Mondays – 7pm Tuesdays – 5pm and 7pm
Wednesdays – 7pm
Thursdays – 5pm
Panorama City Location 14547 Titus Street, Suite #111 Panorama City, CA 91402 (818) 921-7643
Pacoima Location 11243 Glenoaks Boulevard Pacoima, CA 91331 (818) 896-7776
The agencies on this document are listed for informational purposes only. No endorsement of the quality of services is intended by Community Resource Services of the Child and Family Guidance Center.
211 L.A. County
Dial 2-1-1 or 1(800) 339-6993
Information and Referral
Call 211 for Essential Community Services | United Way 211
L.A. County 211 is a free 24-hour hotline providing information and referrals to numerous social service agencies in Los Angeles County.
Covenant House California (800) 933-4127
www.covenanthouseca.org
24-hour crisis hotline, which provides crisis intervention and referral and information services to homeless, runaway and other youth and their families.
National Runaway Safeline (800) 786-2929 or 1(800) RUNAWAY
www.1800runaway.org
24-hour hotline provides services for parents and youth. Offers crisis intervention, message service, educational information, referrals, and runaway searches.
TEEN LINE
(310) 855-4673 or (800) 852-8336
www.teenlineonline.org
TEEN LINE is a confidential telephone helpline for teenaged callers. It is a place to talk things out with another teen in a safe, non-judgmental environment. Hours of operation: 6:00pm-10:00pm.
Breathe California of Los Angeles (323) 935-8050
www.breathela.org
Provides information, and referrals to help people quit smoking
988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
1(800) 273-TALK (8225)
Boys Town National Hotline (800) 448-3000 https://www.boystown.org/hotline/Pages/default.aspx
Boys Town National Hotline is a 24-hour crisis, resource and referral line. Trained counselors are available to respond to your questions.
CalHope Warm Line (833) 317-Hope (4673) CalHOPE Home
The CalHOPE warm line connects callers to other people who have persevered through struggles with stress, anxiety, depression emotions triggered by circumstances and events in everyday life. The peer counselors listen with compassion, provide nonjudgmental support and guide you to additional resources that can give hope and help them cope
Trevor Project (866) 488-7386
www.thetrevorhelpline.org
24-hour suicide and crisis prevention helpline for LGBT youth (lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender /transsexual people).
The agencies on this document are listed for informational purposes only. No endorsement of the quality of services is intended by Community Resource Services of the Child and Family Guidance Center.
USEFUL WEBSITES
General Teen Issues:
www.teenlineonline.org (Teen Line) www.teencentral.net (Teen help for teen problems) https://www.childrennow.org/talkingwithkids/ (Advice for parents to talk to their kids about important issues) www.iwannaknow.org (Internet newsletter written by teens)
Education/College
www.lapl.org/ya/ L.A. County Library, Live HW Help, Teen events www.collegeboard.com www.mappingyourfuture.org
The agencies on this document are listed for informational purposes only. No endorsement of the quality of services is intended by Community Resource Services of the Child and Family Guidance Center.
The agencies on this document are listed for informational purposes only. No endorsement of the quality of services is intended by Community Resource Services of the Child and Family Guidance Center.
