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Portal Youth Centre

Record #: MCK0019
Last Modified: 10 May 2020
Last Full Update: 16 Sep 2016

Location

Located In Kentville
Where To Find Us
#5 440 Main St
Kentville, NS B4N 1K9
Areas Served Kings County (NS)

Contact

Social Media Facebook
Website www.portalyouth.ca
E-Mail portalyouthcentre@gmail.com
Phone 902-365-3773
Contact Russell Sanche, Youth Outreach Coordinator; Phone: (Cell) 902-691-6556

Description & Services

Information The Portal is open to all youth and young adults aged 16 - 21 years. 
 
The Portal partners to provide safe spaces for young people and families in Kings County. 
 
The centre provides a place for young people to know that they matter and have a place that is safe. They can be themselves and find individuals ready to listen.  
 
Through caring and approachable people, youth can find support and a simple way to access the services in the community.  
 
Additionally, the centre provides space for youth oriented organizations to connect with youth and families building a stronger sense of community.  
 
SERVICES AND SUPPORT AVAILABLE: 
· Drop in - "intentional hanging out”  
· Helping youth & families deal with a crisis 
· Someone to talk to: supportive counseling  
· Programs/workshops for resiliency  
· Mentoring: youth/ adult partnership  
· Advocacy: Someone to help you speak up 
· Supporting families in transition 
· Transitional Housing for youth and men 18 and up @ The Refuge
Eligibility Ages: 14 year(s) - 24 year(s)
Hours Monday- Thursday 9:00 am-4:00 pm Friday's 9:00 am-2:00 pm
Dates All Year.
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