Empowering Durham's Future: Unlocking Potential, Transforming Lives!

Are you, or someone you know, a Durham youth aged 10-17 facing social, emotional, or behavioral challenges? Look no further! We offer voluntary, cost-free services tailored just for you. With us, there's no waiting game. Get same-day screenings and referrals, right here in Durham. We're not just a center; we're a community. Partnering with local programs, we provide holistic care for youth and families alike.

Join us on the journey to resilience and success. Your future starts now!

What We Do

The Resources for Youth Success & Empowerment (RYSE) Assessment Center provides a non-threatening, inclusive atmosphere for parents who are simply looking for information for their youth who are exhibiting social, emotional, or behavioral challenges. The RYSE Assessment Center is a community-focused program that connects youth and their families to a plethora of resources in Durham County.

Youth ages 10-17 and their families will have an opportunity to work with a case manager to create a plan that aids their growth and meets their needs. The Assessment Center also includes a 90-to-120-day Diversion Program that connects at-risk youth to needed resources to reduce their contact with the criminal legal system.

Both programs at the center are voluntary and cost-free. The Center is not a service provider, but a resource hub for Durham residents to collaborate with Durham programs and organizations.

 Our Vision

Our pillars are Intervention, Prevention and Diversion. Through these ideals, our vision is to assist the youth in their journey towards Success and Empowerment. We envision a more connected community where families can easily access the rich resources and services that already exist In Durham. The diversion program’s goal is to reduce the amount of youth that enter the Juvenile Justice System.

Staff

The RYSE Assessment Center Staff include a Program Manager, two Case Managers, a Diversion Coordinator, and an Office Assistant.

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