Partnership For Ontario County Inc

Substance abuse prevention coalition of ontario county:substance abuse prevention coalition of ontario county is a community coalition that meets regularly to implement prevention strategies and provide educational outreach on a variety of topics including the current drug epidemic. The coalition hosts forums, trainings and workshops throughout the community and schools aimed at prevention education.

Community support center:the community support center's mission is reflected through their programming which offers recovery of life through wellness and counseling. Every community member has access to free programs in an effort to build community and connection through resiliency and strength. The ongoing partnerships and collaborations between the community support center, local community business and tireless volunteers have been instrumental to their success.

Ontario county youth court:ontario county youth court (ocyc) is an alternative to traditional criminal justice system for young people who have committed certain violations. The goal of youth court is to intervene in antisocial or delinquent activities, reduce the incidence and teach new behaviors and coping skills. This peer-based program is designed to promote education about the judicial process, motivate accountability for actions and reinforce responsibility to society through community service and educational sentencing.community liaison:the newly established community liaison team is working to help facilitate a stronger connection and understanding between policymakers, institutions, service providers, and residents of ontario county. Through conversation, we will discuss and propose new strategies to create new and enhance existing services (and access to) that break the cycle of criminal justice involvement.leadership ontario:leadership ontario is a program designed to facilitate the growth and development of ontario county leaders. This 10-month program hosts a cohort of 20 to 25 individuals that seek to enhance both leadership and interpersonal skills while obtaining a greater understanding of ontario county, including its strengths and areas of opportunity. This program builds talent pipeline and retains key talent in our community and increases appreciation for our community assets and resources.suicide prevention coalition of ontario county:the suicide prevention coalition of ontario county is a coalition of community members interested in educating ontario county about suicide prevention and mental health through advocacy, education, and trainings.nowhere to go:nowhere to go is a community forum on how we might care for men, women and children in immediate crisis situations with nowhere to turn. The forum is open to the public and welcomes creative ideas on how to provide shelter and assistance to those who have nowhere to go.pathways:the pathways to education and employment program is designed to assist those who have previous experience with the criminal justice system. Offering a community curriculum to a group of likeminded individuals, this three-month program allows individuals to grow in their own worth and gain skills that translate into long-term employment opportunities or a path to begin their education journey.