Throughout the generations, educators, parents and activists have found that the adolescent and young adult age is the most difficult age to deal with both developmentally and emotionally. Teens have the tendency to rebel against the normal routine. Broken homes, peer pressure, drugs and substance abuse certainly play a major role in shaping today’s young adult. The concern for our community is ever growing, and searching for a way to tackle these issues is becoming increasingly difficult.
Through our teen and young adult center, we have been successful in creating an atmosphere that is conducive to giving the teen a sense of belonging and accomplishment, with valuable morals, a home away from home, and a parent who is not worried.
Some of the programs offered are:
- Holiday Celebrations - Parties and activities give teens a chance to experience Chagim in an exciting way.
- In-School Activities - From "Chai Lunch Club", "Chai West Shmooze Club", and in-school holiday parties.
- Weekend Retreats - Whether to the mountains or New York, the Chai retreats are known amongst the teens and young adults as the best around.
- Game Nights
- Summer Trips
- Birthright Israel Trips
- Volunteer Opportunities - where giving back gives the teens a sense of pride and confidence that leaves an impression and inspires more postive involvment.
For more info call The Chai Center at (514) 344-2424