The Islip Town Youth Bureau and the Islip Youth Board administer three not-for-profit agencies, which provide youth services Townwide. These agencies have convenient service sites located throughout the town. Agencies include:
Youth & Family Counseling Program - (631) 231-4333
Youth Enrichment Services - (631) 587-5172
South Shore Community Organization - (631) 277-1365
Islip Runaway Program/Indep
endent Living Program - (631) 665-1173
Each agency has a community board composed of representatives from the communities they serve. The Community Boards determine the types of programs that will be offered based upon the needs of the community. The programs include such key services as:
Youth & Family Counseling
After-School Programs
Summer Day & Evening Programs
Community & Parent Education
Violence & Gang Prevention Programming
Community Service Opportunities
Tutoring, Homework Assistance and Formal Mentoring
Employment Readiness Development
Recreation & Cultural Programs
Leadership & Self-Esteem Building Programs
All services offered are free of charge. Counseling services to youth and their families are provided in strict confidence by qualified counselors. The Town of Islip Youth Bureau, along with the Islip Youth Board