MaineStay Youth & Family Services
Giving hope. Creating possibilities. Transforming lives.MaineStay Youth & Family Services is an award-winning department that has been serving the mental health needs of our community for nearly 50 years. Our mission is to support the growth of healthier families in the Maine Township community by providing affordable strength-based counseling and comprehensive programs focused on prevention and education. Since our founding in 1975, we have worked diligently to ensure that all Maine Township residents have access to treatment because lack of financial resources should not be a barrier to accessing mental health services. All our programs are either free or low-cost. We offer flexible payment options to accommodate your financial situation. Many of our programs, including counseling, are available only to those who live in Maine Township or attend a Maine Township school.
Full Program Schedule and Online Registration
Upcoming Programs
*NEW* Social Wellness Nights – April 12, April 25, May 15, May 28 | grades K-5 | $5
This program supports youth in socializing with peers, promotes positive mental health, and includes a pizza dinner and a variety of activities to help children connect, have fun, and learn important social skills.
*NEW* Mother’s Day Paint and Snack Event – May 13 | 6-7:30 pm | all ages | free
Join us for a delightful evening of creativity and fun at MaineStay’s Mother’s Day Paint and Snack event! We’ll gather for a fun-filled session of painting and snacking in celebration of mothers and women everywhere. Don’t miss this opportunity to create lasting memories with your loved ones! This event is open to kids of all ages. Moms, sisters, aunts, grandparents—ANY important person in a child's life—are all welcome! An adult is required to attend. Food and beverages will be provided.
*NEW* Seeds of Friendship: Fostering Healthy Relationships Among Girls – June 24 | 5-5:50 pm | 10 weeks | girls in grades 2-5 | free
This group incorporates activities and discussions that promote positive social interactions, empathy, communication skills, and conflict resolution. It provides a safe and supportive environment where girls feel comfortable expressing themselves and building meaningful connections with their peers.
*NEW* Quest Seekers: An Impulse Control Journey – July 22 | 6-7:15 pm | 4 weeks | grades 2-5 | free
Program participants embark on a quest-themed journey to understand impulses and develop self-control skills. By infusing creativity and adventure into each session, the program creates an engaging and empowering experience for youth to navigate the challenges of impulse control. This program will meet twice a week on Mondays and Wednesdays.
Summer Camp – June 10 & July 8 | 2 weeks | ages 8-13 | $50
This program provides a supportive and structured environment where children can improve their social skills while being exposed to new activities they may not otherwise be able to experience.
Pride Program – 1st and 3rd Thursdays | 6-7 pm | ages 13-17 | free
This program provides a safe environment for young people who identify as LGBTQ+, who are questioning their affectional orientation or gender identity, or who are allies.
Mentoring – every other Tuesday | 6-7:30 pm | ages 8-12 | free
Our award-winning Big Brothers Big Sisters mentoring program meets in a structured group setting and helps children enhance their social skills, confidence, and academic success.
Counseling
MaineStay offers high-quality, compassionate counseling services for the whole family both in person and via telehealth. Our family therapists use a respectful, strength-based counseling approach designed to assist you in meeting your goals as quickly as possible. We work with children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families. Services are available at a reduced cost using a sliding fee scale.