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About Us
The Washington County Youth Bureau is a
County Agency which is mandated by the State. Every County in NY
must have a Youth Bureau who is committed to making sure that the
needs of young people in their Counties are considered when
developing a County Plan. Washington County is fortunate to have
leaders who are supportive in the Youth Bureaus effort to increase
assets within each community and reduce risks.
The goal of the Washington County Youth Bureau is to ensure that
consideration is given to the needs of ALL young people in the
County in a comprehensive manner. This is accomplished through
continual planning and coordination with other youth serving
agencies. Extensive on-going needs/asset assessments are developed
from data collected via statistics, local meetings, interviews, etc.
Results are incorporated into a plan which includes how the County
will address those needs. Need areas include leisure activities,
crime and justice, alcohol and substance abuse, employment and
training, developmental disabilities, runaway and homeless issues,
family issues, health, education, mental health, and basic needs.
The Youth Bureau along with the Washington County Youth Board also
has the task of monitoring and filtering funds to 18 Town/Village
Youth Recreation Programs throughout the County who receive funding
from the State Office of Children and Family Services. The programs
offer invaluable experiences, supports and opportunities to our
young people in the County.
The Youth Bureau also provides support, training, information and
resources to other Agencies, Clubs, Schools, Communities, etc.
throughout Washington County. We are a valuable resource that can be
utilized by any party who is interested in the well being of our
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