Often families are looking for help with their youth before they are in the juvenile justice system. While DYRS provides services only for youth who are in our custody and care, there are resources in the District for families of youth who show defiant behavior at home, are truant, violate curfew rules, or run away from home. The following resources may be useful for families seeking assistance:
DC Area Resources
- After School / Mentoring Programs
- Childcare
- Emergency and Transitional Housing for Youth
- Mental Health
- Parent/Guardian Support
- Pregnant Teens/Teen Parents
- Substance Abuse Treatment (Outpatient) and Detoxification
- Workforce Development/Vocational Training