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| AGENCY: |
Lutheran Social Services of Illinois (LSSI):
Primary Prevention Program |
| ADDRESS: |
1901 First Avenue, Sterling, IL 61081 |
| PHONE: |
815/626-7333 |
| HOURS: |
8:30 AM - 5:00 PM (Monday - Friday) |
| FAX: |
815/ 626-8752 |
| CONTACT: |
Natalie Moeller, Program Director
Kris Canterbury, Program Supervisor
Tammy Nehrkorn, Prevention Coordinator |
| AREA: |
Carroll, Lee, Ogle, and Whiteside Counties |
| PURPOSE: |
The "Teen Talk" groups provide education and discussion on academic enrichment, social skills, self esteem, peer education, pregnancy prevention, decision making skills, communication skills, and conflict resolution skills.
The "Teen Talk" program provides teens with study and time management skills necessary for academic success.
"Teen Talk" also seeks to teach youth the importance of giving within the community. "Teen Talk" members have the opportunity to participate in education presentations through Peer Education, Health and Wellness Fairs, Peer Mediation, and Community Awareness Events.
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| SERVICES: |
- The "Teen Talk" program is a school-based group available to students in grades 9 - 12 all four years of high school. These group members will provide peer educational programs to students in the elementary and middle school age group.
- Limited support services are provided to "Teen Talk" participant’s family members.
- Advocacy services are provided to "Teen Talk" members.
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| ELIGIBILITY: |
High School freshman through seniors. |
| INFORMATION: |
The "Teen Talk" program is provided at no cost to the school, students, or their families. |
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