When youth thrive,
communities thrive.
We help youth navigate the challenges of adolescence and the path to adulthood.
Family conflict. Mental health challenges. Substance use. Transitioning from foster care. Thoughts of running away. No matter what challenges youth face, we want them to know they’re not alone.
With us, youth learn that their past or current struggles do not define or limit them. They get the support they need to find independence, dignity, and a strong future. From counseling and emergency shelter to treatment programs, housing support, or just a place to hang out, we’re on their side so they can get to the other side. Services are always available, even if youth and their families aren’t able to pay.
Though we set the stage, youth play the lead role in charting the path toward healing and feeling fulfilled. We’re their biggest cheerleaders. We honor their unique stories and needs with individualized support in a safe, confidential, judgment-free environment.
Experiencing an urgent family crisis?
Call 802-229-9151
Mental health emergencies?
Call 802-229-0591
Other Resources
Crisis Text Line, text: 741741
Suicide and Crisis Lifeline, text: 988
LGBTQ Crisis Hotline, text START to 678-678 or
call 1-866-488-7386
Meet our youth and see our impact
When young people find the right support, they overcome hardship and they make our communities stronger. They also share their stories to help others do the same.
With our trusted partners, agencies, and services, we’ve seen thousands of lives changed for the better.
Each year over 14,000 young people turn to our programs and partner organizations for support.
And we can’t do it alone. Be a champion of youth development when you show that you value our young people, their health, well-being, and ability to thrive. When you give, youth and families in Vermont who have experienced hardship and trauma receive evidence-based services and treatment, regardless of their ability to pay.
Washington County Youth Service Bureau/Boys & Girls Club is Now Elevate Youth Services
We’ve changed our name to Elevate Youth Services. Our new name better reflects our purpose and impact. We want every single youth and family who contacts us, no matter what their story may be, to know there's hope and possibility ahead of them. So they can rise above the challenges they’ve faced and take positive steps toward a better future.