Treatment of Delinquency in Adolescents

The treatment of delinquency in adolescents is for parents of youth 11 years old and younger who have broken the law. The goal is to reduce the chances the youth will commit another crime by learning positive alternatives to offending and an increased respect for others.

We are interested in the long-term success of the youth involved. By providing weekly services to the youth and their families in the home, we can make it easier and less complicated for families to obtain necessary services.

What can I expect?
Our staff brings together the family and community resources to improve communication and the child’s compliance with the law. Soon after a child is referred to us, a staff member will arrange to meet with the youth and their parent(s) to learn more about the family. The information gathered will be used to develop a plan to address the needs of the youth and their family.

These needs could include housing, school performance, behavior issues, peer relationships, discipline concerns, family functioning, financial needs, etc.

What services are available to us?
• Family therapy
• Crisis intervention & counseling
• Parent education
• Therapy group for kids
• Support group for parents
• Tutoring
• Mentoring
• Social recreational activities
• Family gym night
• Financial assistance
• Camp scholarships
• Attendance at all court hearings
• School liaison
• Regular contact with school staff
• Attendance at school conferences

What will YDIP expect from me?
The parent is expected to be supportive and cooperative with our staff. The parent is expected to schedule weekly appointments for family therapy with the staff and make sure the family is present for the appointment. The entire family is expected to participate in mutually agreed upon treatment goals.

How will this help my family?
Research shows the younger the child is when they break the law, the more likely further delinquency will occur. Our treatment is designed to identify risk factors and family needs, and work on improving these concerns through social, academic, recreational, therapeutic, and other enrichment activities for your child and family.

For real stories of real kids involved in treatment of delinquency, click here.