About Youth Services System – Wheeling
Youth Services System in Wheeling, West Virginia, provides youth with several community-based, residential and substance abuse prevention services. Which service you choose will depend on your needs, but most find the transitional living program and prescription substance misuse prevention programs the most beneficial. Transportation to and from the center is easy, as several public transportation options are available.
Their transitional living program is for youths aged 17 to 21 and is divided into different phases. During phase one you will be assessed and an individualized plan for independent living will be developed. Your skills for living alone will be evaluated using the nationally recognized Casey Life Skills assessment. You will need to complete tasks to be eligible to move to phase two.
Phase two involves continuing the teachings of phase one, with the added component of learning to set and achieve goals without using substances. In this phase you will also learn to maintain employment and financially manage your life. In phase three you will gain access to social and community resources and linkages to opportunities that can assist with recovery.
The transitional living program also allows youth to learn self care and care for their health. Individuals can also continue their education and work toward securing a high school diploma or GED.
For the prescription substance misuse prevention program, there is a drop-off location in the local area to bring unused or unwanted prescriptions to help prevent the development of substance abuse issues. You might also love to participate in the Wheeling SleepOut. This annual event is the signature fundraiser for the Youth Services transitional living program.
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