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Youth Diversion provides prevention, early intervention, skill development and restorative supports for children, youth, young adults and families throughout Windsor-Essex.
Following intake, our team works with each client to identify the most appropriate support based on their needs, strengths, circumstances and goals. Services may be delivered individually or in a group setting.
A 10-session group program focused on life skills, decision-making, relationships, accountability and positive choices.
A four-session group program focused on personal boundaries, privacy, healthy relationships, digital safety and decision-making.
Individualized skill-building delivered over three or more sessions. Support is tailored to the participant and may address communication, emotional regulation, relationships, problem-solving and everyday social situations.
A flexible 4–6 session program that may be delivered individually or in a group setting. RESET focuses on practical skills including emotions, coping, boundaries, self-awareness and healthy decision-making.
A three-session individualized program focused on substance use, decision-making, risk awareness and healthier choices.
A 1–3 session individualized intervention focused on theft, accountability, consequences, decision-making and alternative choices.
A 1–3 session individualized intervention exploring technology use, digital behaviour and the impact online choices can have on individuals, relationships and others.
You do not need to determine which program is appropriate before making a referral. Our team will review the referral, complete an intake and help identify the support that best fits the client's needs.
Youth Diversion supports children, youth and young adults, ages 6 - 26. Some supports are designed for specific age groups, while others can be adapted based on individual needs. If you are unsure whether someone is eligible, contact us or submit a referral and our team can help determine the appropriate next step.
A member of the Youth Diversion team will review the referral and connect with the client and/or caregiver to learn more about their needs. From there, we determine the most appropriate support, program, or service plan.
No. Youth Diversion provides both youth justice services and prevention/early-intervention supports. Clients may be referred by families, schools, community partners, healthcare professionals, police, or other sources depending on the service.
Referrals may come from parents and caregivers, schools, police, community partners, healthcare professionals, or through self-referral, depending on the service.
No. You are referring to Youth Diversion, not selecting a program yourself. Our team will help identify the most appropriate support based on the individual's needs, strengths, circumstances and goals.
Yes. We offer presentations and workshops for schools, children and youth, parents and caregivers, professionals, organizations and community groups. Topics include digital safety, bullying, substance awareness, financial literacy, professionalism and customized topics.