We are please to annouce the first program that Hope To Wellness, Inc will implement is called "A Dream For Kids Program".  A Dream For Kids Program encourages youth to dream beyond the often-oppressive conditions of low-income neighborhoods. Our program is designed for “High Risk” youth in grades 3rd to 12th who are at risk of educational failure, teen pregnancy, truancy and juvenile delinquency. A Dream For Kids Program encourages youth to “dare to dream” by teaching them concepts and skills that empower at-risk youth in almost all aspects of their lives. The kids in the program will participate in recreational and cultural activities, anger management and conflict resolution; academic enrichment, leadership training, health and wellness, how positive communication skills help relationships grow; why it’s smart to avoid substance abuse and guns; education substance abuse, therapeutic mentoring, the importance of setting realistic goals; and positive parenting skills for youthful moms and dads. We will identify these high-risk youth and provide them with an alternative to the street during the high-risk time frames of after school and evening hours.  This alternative avenue will help reduce their association with negative role models and encourage them to become involved in more productive activities.

 

 

Expected Results:  Participants in the program will show improvement in their basic academics, independent living, social and recreational skills and become at ease with society. Show a reduction in the likelihood of abuse and neglect, and out-of-home placement and increase citizenship, work behavior and life skills. We hope to accomplish this by having a safe environment for our youth, providing them quality educational opportunities, building their self-esteem, and being a mentor for them. Our target expectations are for a drastic improvement in all the skills discussed.