Our new center is located at 306 Race St. in Holoyoke. Our goal is to offer at-risk youth from our programs and the community a place where they can access staff who understand their unique needs, socialize with other youth that share similar situations and be referred to educational and preventative programs. It is a warm, welcoming and safe place for youth to access educational and vocational training support, and have a little fun while learning skills towards job readiness and becoming positive community members.
The center will also be home to:Gandara After-School Program (GAP)
Provides after school services for up to 15 youths from Holyoke. Services include transportation from school, educational support services with a licensed teacher, recreational services and other activities such as exercise classes, bucket drumming programs and arts and crafts.
Admission Requirements: Boys and girls 8 - 13 involved with the DCF - Holyoke area office. Youth must be able to participate in and follow program expectations, and be residents of the City of Holyoke.
Referral: Closed- DCF only
Location: 306 Race Street, Holyoke, MA 01040
Contact: Korie Mix kmix@gandaracenter.org, 413-949-3295
Educational Support Program
Full-day alternative interim period education for youth ages 9-18 from our residential programs. Support from a certified teacher in Math and English with reading comprehension as a primary focus. Operates year-round from 9:30am-2:30pm.
Referral: Closed- Inter-agency Referral only
Location: 306 Race Street, Holyoke, MA 01040
Contact: Korie Mix kmix@gandaracenter.org, 413-949-3295
