Prevention Programs
Lancaster County - Crime Prevention Task Force
Program Description
Program Title: Freedom Village
Affiliated Organization or Agency: Freedom Village
Description of Program: A voluntary residential program in upper state New York for teens between the ages of 14-20. This program has a very minimal cost, no one is turned away and takes teenagers with sever behavior problems. Teenagers must be willing to come and commit to staying one year. Also a program for men over 21 years of age.
Program Elements
Target Audience: Youth ages 14-20 and men 21+
Which types of issues does this program address?
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Delinquency
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Attendance Issues
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Family Mediation
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Substance Abuse
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Anger Management
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Anti-Violence
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Anti-Bullying
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Behavioral
Cost: Dependant on family's household income but not a determining factor
Times Offered/Length: 1 year commitment
Location of Prevention Program: Lakemont, New York
Other Helpful Information: Parents and youth are able to do this on their own without a referral. Family need to contact intake department to start process.
Key Contact Information
Freedom Village (PDF printable form)