YOUTH SERVICES
Director: John Williams
Mission
Oak Park Township Youth Services (OPTYS) supports programs and services
that work for the prevention of juvenile delinquency and which address
youth who are at risk of becoming involved or are already engaged
in inappropriate and/or illegal activities. OPTYS also advocates for
programs and services which enhance the social and emotional development
of youth and their families. OPTYS is committed to promoting opportunities
for youth and their families to obtain needed services.
Programs and Services
OPTYS engages in a variety of activities and services directly impacting
youth and their families, including everything from contracting with
other organizations to address specific need areas, to scholarship
programs and the Youth Advocacy Council.
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Information & Referral
Find dozens of programs open to both Oak Park and River Forest youth.
Also, check out our Help Card, which lists resources for a variety
of youth issues. Read more...
Teen AA Meeting Flyer
Gang & Drug Task Force
Gangs, and the crime, drugs and violence that accompany them, have
long ceased to be a problem solely of the inner city. A number of
violent, gang-related incidents in the community led officials to
formalize the Gang and Drug Task Force of Oak Park and River Forest
in 1995.
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Partners
Examine a list of agencies and groups working with Youth Services.
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Links
Browse through a list of resources related to the work of Youth Services.
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Youth Services Committee
Read about the Youth Services Commitees and view meeting minutes.
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Current News
Youth Services Committee Meetings - 2/3/10 and 2/24/10
Youth Services now hiring - Youth Interventionist
Internship Opportunity working with Youth!
Youth Services Committee December
Meeting - 12/2/09
Teens! Help out Oak Park residents this winter shoveling snow and clearing walks and driveways! - 12/1/09
Youth Services Committee October
Meeting Minutes - 10/7/09
