Group Home - Lynchburg, Lynchburg Youth Group Home, Lynchburg Juvenile Services
1404 Florida Avenue, Lynchburg, VA 24501
Primarily referred by a Juvenile and Domestic Relations Court and/or Social Services in Lynchburg and surrounding counties
Amherst, VA
Appomattox, VA
Lynchburg, VA
Bedford, VA
Campbell, VA
Description
Provides crisis stabilization through its shelter care services as well as a longer term program for those juveniles between the ages of 12-17 that require greater structure and supervision than can be provided in their home. These youth are referred by a Juvenile and Domestic Relations Court and/or Social Services in Lynchburg and surrounding counties. Services provided by LYGH include individual and group counseling as well as family meetings and structured home visits. The program works with the child to identify personal goals and to teach them to follow an educational and/or work plan to live a healthier lifestyle and form good relationships. LYGH offers instruction on improving decision making and developing anger management strategies to aid in becoming responsible members of their community.
What's Here
Providing organization
Lynchburg Juvenile Services
Serve at-risk youth and their families by providing a continuum of services which underscores the importance of prevention, least restrictive alternatives, family preservation, constructive intervention and decision making.