Strengthening Families Through Community Involvement
Brittany Kalso
Berkley/Huntington Woods Youth Assistance Caseworker
Mon-Fri (248) 837-8229
What is Youth Assistance?
Youth Assistance is a non-profit organization that offers professional counseling services and conducts programs for youth and their families who live within the Berkley School District. Our mission is to strengthen youth and families through volunteer involvement. BHWYA is 1 of 26 community based programs of the Oakland County Probate Court/Circuit Court-Family division.
If I need Youth Assistance services, how much will it cost me?
A one-time processing fee of $25 for services. Non-residents will be referred to the appropriate Youth Assistance office.
What are Youth Assistance services?
• Information & Referral services
• Youth and Family Counseling
• Youth Involvement
• Summer Camp scholarships
• Family Education
• Youth/Adult Mentors POUS program
• Youth Recognition
• Mel Ross scholarship for graduating seniors
Who can refer youth and families?
• Parents
• School Personnel
• Police Officers
• Concerned Citizens
What are some reasons to refer youth?
• Family conflict problems
• School or home incorrigibility
• School or home truancy
• Shoplifting
• Substance abuse issues
• Curfew violations
• Prevention
Who sponsors BHWYA?
• Oakland County Probate Court/Circuit Court-Family division, City of Berkley, City of Huntington Woods, Private Donations, Berkley School District.
For information on becoming a volunteer-Please call 248-837-8229
Or go to our Website at: www.bhwya.org
Mission Statement: To strengthen youth and families, and to reduce the incidence of delinquency, abuse and neglect though volunteer involvement.
