JumpStart Semi-Independent Living Program for Boys is located in bustling and artistic Hyattsville, Maryland. The historic home provides a structured, rigorous and goal oriented program for young men about the take their place in the community as independent, mature adults.  With professional staff providing 24 hour supervision and all-important role modeling, this program provides the consistency and continuity that allows for skill building and the development of strong character and personal responsibility.

POPULATION SERVED

Eight adolescent males ages 17- 20 from throughout the state of Maryland

SERVICES OFFERED

• Program uniquely tailored to meet the needs of adolescent males>
• Individual and group therapy>
• Employability development and placement>
• Educational advocacy and support
• Case management, referral and coordination for health services, substance abuse treatment, family therapy, and additional necessary services>
• Recreation and constructive use of leisure time>
• Life skills training to support self sufficiency>
• Length of stay is typically long-term (9-24 months)>

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Program Manager: Patricia Temoney-Salmon

Social Worker: Carole McCall, LGSW