- Description
Provides prevention, risk intervention and awareness support to Halton youth, ages 12-18
One-On-One Support:
Youth meet regularly with a YMCA worker to take actions toward their goals; they are supported in navigating through challenges in areas such as:
- mental wellness
- school, peer, and/or family pressure
- employment
- community involvement
- access to basic needs
- connecting to community services
Meeting locations and frequencies are flexible - can be held virtually or in-person at community spaces (e.g., YMCA, library, cafe, community centre)
Group Workshops:
Youth can learn valuable life skills through information sessions and/or participating in our workshop series; workshop topics can include:
- mental wellness / emotional well-being
- employment skills
- communication skills
- financial literacy
- time management
- social media and online safety
For more topics and full workshop offers, see website
- Eligibility
Residents of Halton
Age Requirements: Ages: 12 year(s) - 18 year(s);- Application Process
See website to complete online interest form, or contact for more information
- Phone
- Call or text 289-244-3288
- Web Site
- ymcahbb.ca/be-wise
- [email protected]
- Languages
- English
- Fees
- None
- Social Media
- Agency Information
- View Agency Profile
- Copyright
- Halton Information Providers
- Last Verified On
- May 7, 2025
- Accessibility
- Not Applicable - depends upon program location
- Hours of Operation
Hours not specified
- Service Area(s)
- Halton Region
