Prevention Services

Our Prevention team offers programs and services that help young people make good choices and find fun, healthy activities to do. These programs are especially helpful for students who might need extra support to do well in school and achieve their goals.  Working in partnership with schools, police, park districts, and volunteers, our programs are designed to help youth develop problem solving skills, build empathy, celebrate diversity, and strengthen their connections with others.  All programs utilize a Positive Youth Development framework, which challenges participants to flourish developmentally and socially.  Restorative Practices are also utilized to increase participants’ accountability for their actions, understanding of group processes, and to empower a sense of safety and community.          

Community Collaboration 

Our department actively collaborates with a diverse network of community partners—including township schools, police departments, municipal governments, juvenile probation services, park districts, social service agencies, and universities—to deliver comprehensive, youth-centered services across various settings. We welcome opportunities to partner with township-based organizations and providers who share our commitment to supporting the well-being of youth and families within the Township.  If you are interested in a possible collaboration in programming or services, please contact Erin Brumfield Grima, Ed. D., LCPC, at (630) 483-5799 or at ebrumfieldgrima@hanover-township.org