North Central Health District

COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENTS

Adolescent Health and Youth Development

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Learning and Growing

The Adolescent Health and Youth Development (AHYD) Program addresses health and youth development issues for at-risk youth, ages 10-19, in various counties in the District. A comprehensive youth development system educates and empowers teenagers with information and skills to make intelligent decisions in the areas of:

  • Teen sexuality
  • Obesity
  • Alcohol and substance abuse
  • Tobacco use

Collaboration

In an effort to maximize resources and services, AHYD’ Youth Development Coordinator facilitates communication and collaboration:

  • Government agencies
  • Faith-based
  • Schools (middle, high and college)
  • Private and civic groups

AHYD provides support to these youth-serving organizations in the form of

  • Program/event design and restructuring
  • Professional development
  • Parent empowerment sessions
  • Resources (brochures, teen incentives, etc.)
  • Financial support
  • Marketing and recruitment
  • Referral services

Learn about our related health services:

Pregnancy Testing
STD/HIV Testing
Women's Wellness
All COVID-19 vaccination appointments for the week of Jan. 18 - Jan. 23 have been booked. We have booked appointments for all vaccine supply we currently have available. We will open additional appointments for vaccination once we have received more vaccine. Please look here and to our social media for updates when we get more vaccine shipments.