Communities that Care
A community-wide approach to promoting the healthy development of young people.
Central York Communities that Care is a local non-profit organization that exists to help support the youth and families of the Central York community through programs and initiatives that support protective factors and risk factors. Every two years, students in grades 6, 8, 10, and 12 may participate in the Pennsylvania Youth Survey (PAYS). This report highlights the risk factors in the community for students, such as drug use, mental health, and bullying, as well as protective factors, such as attachment to school, pro-social community involvement, etc.
CYCTC uses that data to offer programs and initiatives that support the protective factors and help mitigate the risk factors. That may be through parenting workshops, community events such as the Spirit of Youth Awards, mental health programs or other educational initiatives.
Interested in joining or learning more? Contact Barb Snare, CYCTC President.
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Community Risk and Protective Factors
Every two years, students participate in the Pennsylvania Youth Survey (PAYS). The report highlights the risk factors and protective factors in the community for students such as drug use, mental health, and bullying, The report also outlines protective factors such as attachment to school, pro-social community involvement, etc.
Central York Communities that Care uses this data to offer programs and initiatives that support the protective factors and help mitigate the risk factors. That may be through parenting workshops, community events such as the Spirit of Youth Awards, mental health programs or other educational initiatives.
Top Risk Factors
Identified in a recent Pennsylvania Youth Survey:
- Parental attitudes favorable towards anti-social behavior
- Perceived risk of drug use
- Low commitment to school
Top Protective Factors
Identified in a recent Pennsylvania Youth Survey:
- Family opportunities for pro-social involvement
- Family attachment
- School rewards for pro-social involvement
Events and Initiatives
Central York Communities that Care hosts a variety of engaging events throughout the year. Learn more about our featured events and programs below.
Upcoming:
Information regarding the 2024 Spirit of Youth Awards will be shared with families near the start of the 2024/2025 school year!
Spirit of Youth Awards
An awards breakfast held every fall that recognizes students and adults making a direct impact to the youth of the Central York Community.
Spaghetti Sweetheart Dinner
A family-friendly valentine's themed community dinner that takes place every February featuring music, crafts, and family engagement.
Peace Camp
A yearly day camp held every summer for students in grades 1-4. The children participate in games, projects, activities and crafts with a goal of gaining friends and emphasizing diversity and problem solving skills.
Big Brothers Big Sisters
Student Mentors Achieving Results Together (SMART) brings high school student mentors together with high risk elementary students. High School students are trained through the Big Brother - Big Sister Program and mentor the elementary students with adult program supervision.
Safe Homes Initiative
A pledge signed by families every year that helps families develop a plan to ensure awareness in their child’s activities. The initiative helps parents practice guidelines and expectations in their home against drugs, alcohol, and bad behavior.
Parenting Workshops and Classes
Various parent workshops based on the needs of students and results of the Youth Survey are offered for parents and community members throughout the year.