PSS Youth & Young Adult Services is a comprehensive program for youth under 18 years of age that are either being raised by a kinship caregiver, such as a grandparent. The goal of Youth & Young Adult Services is to make a difference in the lives of kinship youth and young adults by providing enrichment, guidance and support to inspire them to reach their goals and succeed.
We offer:
After School Support:
The After-School Support Program is for youth between 6-11 years of age being raised by a kinship caregiver. The program is free of charge, but space is limited, so please contact the Youth Services Manager or Youth Services Coordinator to register.
For more information on YYAS contact the Youth Services Manager at (917) 801-4488 at ext. 25 or the Youth Services Coordinator at ext. 22.
How Can I Volunteer for YYAS?
For more information on volunteering and mentorship opportunities, please see our Volunteer Services page.
I like the YYAS program at GFA because of the youth that come down here, and the technology I have access to, not only to play games, but also to help me write music I like.
I like the YYAS program because I can come here after school, do my homework, not have to go straight home, and see my friends. It’s a place I look forward to.
For me, all the stuff I need for homework is right down stairs. We take trips to things like the movies, and it’s a good chance to travel around the city.
There’s a lot of resources for me to use, like computers, as well as chances to learn about things we’re not learning in school.
Margherita G., kinship caregiver for her grandson Orlando, met with Youth & Young Adult Services staff to discuss his grades and see if there was any way to better his marks. After two months of tutoring Orlando began to make improvements in school. Ms. G. says, “It was stressful knowing that Orlando’s promotion was in doubt. With the tutoring he was given, I can happily say that he is doing better in school now. The teachers have noticed him making progress in areas he struggled with before, and he passed both state tests. He has been excited to go to the tutoring program and get his homework done. I feel comfortable sending him to your program knowing the emphasis you put on education.” Ms. G. says Orlando’s teacher notified her of his improvements at school. “I feel like Orlando is changing positively including his other activities at home. I hope he keeps it up. Thank you for so much.”
The PSS/WSF Grandparent Family Apartments in the South Bronx is located at 951 Prospect Avenue, Bronx. The building is located on the corner of Prospect Avenue and E. 163rd, just 2 blocks north on Prospect Avenue from the Prospect Avenue stop for the #2 and #5 subway lines. By bus, take the BX17 or BX6 to 163rd Street and Prospect Avenue. You need to notify the front desk attendant you’re here for PSS social services. There is an elevator you can take to the “C” level,” as well as a staircase downstairs. Our social services are on a floor below the main entrance. Walk down the stairs/use the elevator and take a right, then a left at the two blue double doors. The social service office is your first left, where you will be greeted by someone at the front desk area who will sign you in.
PSS Circle of Care provides support to those who care for someone who is frail, chronically ill or has memory loss. We also offer support to kinship caregivers, a family member other than a birth parent raising a child. Kinship youth under 18 years of age, can receive support through our Youth & Young Adults Services program which provides enrichment, guidance and support to inspire them to reach their goals and succeed. By joining this list, you will have access to information on our upcoming events (e.g., webinars, expos, and workshops), resources, news, and other initiatives.
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