The Garden of Prayer Youth Center's mission is to keep families together by providing structured educational and recreational programs that will enhance family unity.

Networking with local agencies to provide services that will enhance the development of dignity, pride, self-esteem, and self-worth in all members of the family.



 

Programs
Services are provided through the following programs
including Emergency Housing for youth in crisis.

Student Excel Family Enrichment

A specialized in-home program designed to support families during crisis and provide training and to maintain, strengthen, and safeguard the functioning of intact families.

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My Second Home

Is a therapeutic program that teaches youth appropriate skills at home and in the community. Mentoring, tutoring, individual counseling, group therapy, and respite care is available through this program. Click here to find out more...

 
Teen Reach After School Program

Provides tutoring, homework assistance, mentoring, life-skills, and recreational activities to students in the Momence School District. This program is conducted Monday - Thursday at Momence Jr. High School and Thursday at GOPYC. Click here to find out more...

Intensive Stabilization Program
(I.S.P.)

To provide a stable and supervised living arrangement that will work to reduce or eliminate the number of days youth remain on run or residing in unauthorized placement. Click here to find out more...

   
Supplemental Education Services
(S.E.S.)

To improve Statewide Achievement (ISAT) scores academic achievement and behavior for our participants. Click here to find out more...

 

A Special Invitation

Garden of Prayer welcomes all individuals, families, organizations, and church groups to visit the youth center.

To schedule a visit, please call:
815.933.2493

Garden of Prayer Youth Center
P.O. Box 532
Kankakee, IL 60901
Telephone: 815.933.2493     Fax: 815.933.2494
info@gopyouthcenter.org