Orange County Youth Bureau

09/03/2026

Sharing highlights of the exciting intergenerational programming our colleagues from Office for the Aging have been doing with funding provided by the New York State Office of Children and Family Services through the Orange County Youth Bureau!

09/02/2026

Sharing highlights about a summer program funded by the New York State Office of Children and Family Services through the Orange County Youth Bureau...

09/01/2026

Sharing info about a FREE Fall Family Gathering for Families of children ages 10–15 or families of children with a mental health concern...

This program is funded by the New York State Office of Children and Family Services through the Orange County Youth Bureau.

Think Differently, Orange County, New York

Autumn is right around the corner, and we can’t wait to celebrate the season with our community! 🍁 Mark your calendars for our Fall Family Gathering; a completely free afternoon dedicated to connecting, relaxing, and having fun together.

What’s included for FREE:
🍽️ Lunch

🎨 Crafts

🎲 Games for all ages

Who it's for: Families of children ages 10–15 or families of children with a mental health concern.

📍 Where: Algonquin Park (Newburgh, NY)

🗓️ When: Saturday, 10/10 from 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM

Space is limited, so please make sure to RSVP by emailing [email protected] to let us know you're coming! 🧡

09/01/2026

Sharing information for a FREE training that is funded by the County of Orange and New York State Office of Children and Family Services through the Orange County Youth Bureau. Youth Bureau Youth Program Technicians will also be a part of the facilitation team to help deliver the program.

Please contact Cornell Cooperative Extension Orange County directly to register.

Orange County Government
RAPP- Relatives As Parents Program Orange County
Orange County Parenting Coalition

💙 Strengthening Families Program: Learn, Connect & Grow Together!

Join us for a fun and engaging 3-part family series designed for parents, caregivers, and youth ages 10–14. Families will enjoy a meal, interactive activities, and meaningful conversations while building stronger relationships.

Together, families will learn how to:
✨ Communicate more effectively
✨ Navigate the challenges of the teen years
✨ Solve problems as a team
✨ Support healthy decision-making
✨ Connect, have fun, and strengthen family bonds

📅 Saturdays, November 7, 14 & 21
⏰ 1:00–5:00 PM
📍 Middletown Parks & Recreation
393 County Rd 78, Middletown, NY 10940

👨‍👩‍👧 Space is limited to 10 families!
🧸 Free childcare is available for children ages 3–9.

👉 Register: https://bit.ly/46zbNgh

Questions or need assistance? Contact Chloe at 845-344-1234 or [email protected].

09/01/2026

Sharing a survey from our colleagues in Orange County Emergency Services- NY to collect questions to be answered during National Preparedness Month...

❓ As we prepare for National Preparedness Month, Orange County Emergency Management wants to know - what do YOU want to know?

We spend a lot of time sharing the information we think the public needs to know about emergencies and disasters. This September, we want to turn that around and hear from you.

What questions do you have about emergencies, disasters or how emergency management actually works in Orange County?

💬 Have a question? We want to hear it! Submit yours using the link below, and we may feature it during National Preparedness Month.

https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/OCEM_NationalPrepMonth26

08/28/2026

Join us at the Orange County Arboretum as we honor the 25th anniversary of Patriot Day and remember all those lost, including the 44 Orange County residents who will forever remain in our hearts. The ceremony will begin promptly at 6 p.m.

All are welcome to attend this meaningful community tribute.

08/27/2026

Sharing highlights of the great work our colleagues from the Orange County, NY Department of Health are doing with youth and families...

08/26/2026

Please update your contacts for our NEW Phone Numbers & Website!

NEW WEBSITE: https://www.orangecountyny.gov/657/Youth-Bureau

NEW PHONE NUMBERS:
Main Line: 845-862-6700
Early Childhood Connections: 845-862-6701

Admin Staff:
Rachel Wilson, Executive Director: 845-862-6702
Nicole Griffin, Associate Account Clerk II: 845-862-6707
Fay Lewis, Senior Account Clerk: 845-862-6708
Linda VanDunk, Account Clerk: 845-862-6700

Youth Program Techs:
Michael Bark, Internships and County Planning Coordinator: 845-862-6704
Linda Seppey, Volunteerism and Civic Engagement Coordinator: 845-862-6706
Melissa Yadanza, Runaway Homeless Youth Coordinator: 845-862-6705

NOTE REGARDING EMAILS: *Effective 9/30/26, Orange County email addresses will change to [email protected]
Existing website links and email addresses will automatically redirect after the transition.

Orange County Government

08/24/2026

Sharing a Save the Date for an annual Trunk or Treat event in Westtown...

Think Differently, Orange County, New York

Save the Date & Mark your Calendars! Our 7th Annual Trunk or Treat is back.
Saturday, October 24TH, Celebrating and supporting the special needs community with candy, costumes and fun! 🎃👻🦇

If you are interested in Sponsoring or Volunteering this year, feel free to reach out Via messenger or Email

08/21/2026

Celebrating another Summer of Service!

We were excited to hear about the great experiences our teen volunteers had during this year's Orange County Youth Bureau's Summer Youth Government Immersion Program during our end of program celebration held at Orange County Community College - SUNY Orange's Middletown Campus.

This was the 14th summer of the program. It began in 2011, with 20 youth at 11 sites. Since then, over 274 teens have volunteered during their summer breaks!

Thank you to the County Departments and site Supervisors who help provide valuable civic engagement and work readiness opportunities each year!

For more information about this program, please reach out to SYGIP Coordinator Linda Seppey at 845-615-3620 or email [email protected].

Orange County Government
Orange County Emergency Services- NY
Orange County Sheriff's Office, New York
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Orange County, NY Department of Health
Orange County Veterans Service Agency, NY