20 Dec Enrichment Beyond Education
Many youth dread the idea of taking educational classes during the summer - but at the YOC, we welcome the opportunity to learn outside of the box....
Annual Reports
20 Dec A Word from our CEO
Each year has its own challenges and achievements and 2017-18 was no different. In this year’s Annual Report, we would like to share three stories that capture the importance of the work we do at the YOC as well as the significance of your ongoing...
06 Jun What does Looking Forward mean at the YOC?
There are many reasons to celebrate the generosity of those who participated in our first capital campaign, but we are not a “stop and smell the roses” type of organization. We are always "Looking Forward"....
06 Jun A great opportunity
What is a good student and high school cheerleader doing at the Youth Opportunity Center? In Jessica Italiano’s case, she needed structure and discipline....
06 Jun Reaching for the STARS
The YOC’s STARS program opened two years ago to meet the growing need to treat males with developmental and intellectual disabilities across Indiana. Today, the program is home to ten males between the ages of 10 and 18 who need intensive behavioral interventions to help...
06 Jun Transforming the lives of children
2016-2017 left a lasting impression on the Youth Opportunity Center. The YOC successfully completed its first capital campaign and as a result of the generosity of so many individuals, corporations, and foundations, the transformation of children and treatment facilities are taking place across the campus....
02 Jun Change Offers Opportunities
From climate to politics, change is a word we hear a lot about lately. Although the connotation of change can be negative, change at the YOC has been about transforming the lives of at-risk youth. As we celebrate 25 years of serving kids, we’re proud...
02 Jun The Road Ahead
As we reflect upon the last 25 years of serving kids and families, we see that we’ve always been committed to adapting and changing in innovative ways to meet the needs of the youth that we serve. And although it’s important to know one’s history,...
11 Jul The Secret to the YOC’s Success
The secret to the YOC’s success is not just good programming and good people. According to Steve and Joan Anderson, there is more at the root of what makes the YOC a strong organization. The Andersons have been longtime supporters of the YOC and have...
06 Jul One Size Fits None: Introducing TEAM & STARS
Change is inevitable on the Youth Opportunity Center campus. The need for more specialized clinical services and intensive behavioral interventions has resulted in the YOC modifying three residential programs to more effectively meet the needs of our clients and placing agents. Director of Psychological Services Robyn...