High-Quality Afterschool Programs Are Critical to Equitable Pandemic Recovery
We know that youth will need increased support to emerge from the pandemic strong, resilient, and optimistic. To address this, we have made socioemotional health an even bigger priority across all Clubs and added significant new funding to expand our BHS team.
“We have always needed Behavioral Health Services at the Club. But the pandemic has highlighted just how much we need it.” Spencer Tolliver Don Fisher Clubhouse Director
Behavioral Health Specialists support BGCSF’s commitment to cultivating caring and supportive communities by: Prioritizing wellness activities, regular mental health check-ins, and early interventions Providing individual and family therapy Leading behavioral health training for all Club staff Developing coping strategies that advance BGCSF’s commitment to building self esteem and a sense of agency across all areas of youth development