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YOUTH SERVICES EARLY INTERVENTION PROGRAMS Youth and Family Enrichment Program Through four neighborhood-based centers throughout the city, the program provides services to divert status and Class C misdemeanor offenders between the ages of 8-16 from the juvenile justice system. Intervention and case management services are provided to youth referred by the Municipal Court, school counselors, agencies and by family members. Referrals are made to appropriate community agencies as needed. Groups are provided for life skills, anger management, tobacco cessation and theft awareness.
Juvenile Restitution ProgramThe Juvenile Restitution Program works with youth 10-16 referred to the Municipal Court for Class C misdemeanor offenses. JRP provides placement for community service, Victim Impact Panels and Tobacco Cessation classes.
Neighborhood Conferencing Committees Program (NCC) NCC works with youth ages 10-13 who are referred to the Municipal Court for Class C misdemeanor offenses. Youth meet with committees of neighborhood residents who will help establish a contract for behavioral change. Restorative justice methods include Victim Impact panels and peer mediation groups. Volunteer opportunities are available for individuals willing to serve on a committee.
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