About Us
OUR HISTORY:
The Office of Youth Services (OYS) began in 1971 as a Court Diversion program. Today, we handle a variety of activities and manage a number of programs. OYS works everyday with the troubled youth of Manchester and their families to prevent crime and violence, while being a voice for youth as individuals and in public policy. The Board of Mayor and Aldermen and an Advisory Board supervise OYS. Referrals are accepted from parents, schools, and other agencies.
OUR PHILOSOPHY:
OYS is committed to improving the way we prevent juvenile delinquency by insuring that we offer quick response to the problems of youth, working with families and utilizing community resources for program development, information update and dissemination, and education access. Youth participation and responsibility play a large part in the short-term intervention.
NETWORKING:
OYS works in conjunction with individuals, city agencies, and community organizations to bring delinquency prevention, effective action, and strong advocacy together for a stronger, safer Manchester. OYS is on call to the Manchester Police Department.
BOARD AND STAFF:
The OYS Staff is comprised of dedicated professionals committed to assisting the youth of Manchester. Most hold Master's level degrees and have years of experience in their respective areas.
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NAME
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POSITION
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EMAIL
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EXT
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Carlos Agudelo
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Youth Reach Outworker
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716-6152
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Marty Boldin
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Director
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101
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Judy Cooper
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Substance Abuse Evaluator
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104
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Jon Donovan
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Youth Counselor
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103
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Danny Duval
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Outreach Worker
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n/a
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Jeff Gore
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Outreach Worker
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540-6398
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Shannon Hebert
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WYR Project Specialist
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107
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Dorothy Krasner
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Administrative Assistant
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101
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Karen Lord
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Youth Counselor
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105
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Patrick McGinnis
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Environmental Prevention
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109
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Andrew Messinger
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AmeriCorps VISTA
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n/a
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Mario Pena
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Youth Reach Outworker
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716-6153
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Hector Urrea
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WYR Project Specialist
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106
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The OYS Advisory Board is comprised of community professionals who serve on volunteer basis. The Mayor appoints members who are then confirmed by the Board of Aldermen. A member is usually appointed for a three-year term.
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NAME
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Ken Snow, Chair
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Dick Anagnost, Vice Chair
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Kim Barbee
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Kayleigh Cassidy
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Bob Champagne
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Brother Paul Crawford
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Skip Harris
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Dan Leach
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Tricia Lucas
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Susan McKeown
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Lisa Michaud
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Toni Pappas
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Anthony Poore
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Patrick van Rooyen
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