EDUCATION

The following agencies can help you with opportunities to learn, including classroom, informal and recreational settings

4-H YOUTH DEVELOPMENT

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MISSION: The mission of Arizona 4-H Youth Development is to provide educational opportunities for youth to become capable and contributing members of a global society. This is accomplished by providing opportunities for youth to have a sense of belonging, mastery, independence and generosity.

ALZHEIMER’S ASSOCIATION DESERT SOUTHWEST CHAPTER Northern Arizona Region

MISSION: To eliminate Alzheimer's disease through the advancement of research; to provide and enhance care and support for all affected; and to reduce the risk of dementia through the promotion of brain health.

AMERICAN CANCER SOCIETY

AMERICAN CANCER SOCIETY

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The American Cancer Society is the nationwide community based voluntary health organization dedicated to eliminating cancer as a major health problem by preventing cancer, saving lives from cancer and diminishing suffering through research, education, advocacy and service.

AMERICAN RED CROSS

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The American Red Cross prevents and alleviates human suffering in the face of emergencies by mobilizing the power of volunteers and the generosity of donors.

AREA AGENCY ON AGING REGION III NACOG

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MISSION: Area Agency on Aging NACOG provides answers on aging through resources, services and advocacy.

ARIZONA DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH SERVICES

Arizona Smokers' Helpline
Children's Information Center
Folic Acid Program
ArizonaPregnancy and Breastfeeding Hotline
WIC (Women, Infants and Children

ARIZONA STATE SCHOOL FOR THE DEAF & THE BLIND

MISSION: Committed to excellence in education of all children and youth with hearing or vision loss throughout Arizona. Committed to partnerships with families, school districts, communities and others that will enable children and youth with hearing or vision loss to succeed now and in the future.

ARIZONA WOMEN’S EDUCATION & EMPLOYMENT (AWEE)

MISSION: Changing lives through the dignity of work. AWEE assists and supports those who are unemployed or underemployed toward long- term career success.

BOY SCOUTS OF AMERICA

BOY SCOUTS OF AMERICA

MISSION: The mission of the Boy Scouts of America is to prepare young people to make ethical choices over their lifetimes by instilling in them the values of the Scout Oath and Law.

BOYS & GIRLS CLUBS OF CENTRAL ARIZONA

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MISSION: To inspire and enable all young people, especially those who need us most, to reach their full potential as productive, responsible and caring citizens.

BOYS TO MEN MENTORING NETWORK

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MISSION: We promote fundamental positive change in the lives of teen age boys, their families, their communities and our voluteer mentors by harnessing the power of the rite of passage.

BUENA VISTA CHILDREN’S SERVICES

MISSION: Buena Vista Children’s Services is a community-based nonprofit organization that designs, develops and implements model programs for children. Programs address emerging needs in the areas of child care, education, child abuse prevention, parenting, special needs, resource and referral.

CASA OF YAVAPAI COUNTY

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Our mission is to advocate for the best interest of abused and neglected children who are involved in the Juvenile Court System. We promote and support community based volunteers, certified by the Supreme Court, who provide quality advocacy to help assure each child a safe, permanent, and nurturing home.

CATHOLIC CHARITIES COMMUNITY SERVICES

MISSION: Helping our community’s most vulnerable with solutions that permanently improve lives

CENTRAL ARIZONA FIRE AND MEDICAL AUTHORITY

MISSION: Protecting life and property through prevention and response.

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PHONE REFERRALS & 24-HOUR HOTLINES

Emergency Services: 911 Police, Fire and Ambulance

Arizona Poison & Drug Information Center - website
(800) 222-1222

Birth to Five Helpline - website
(877) 705-KIDS (5437)

Child Care Resource & Referral - website
(800) 308-9000

Childhelp National Hotline (based in AZ) - website
800-4-A-CHILD | (800) 422-4453

HAVEN FAMILY RESOURCE CENTER - website
(928) 505-3153

Stepping Stone Agencies - website
Domestic Violence Hotline: (928) 445-HOPE
(4673)

2-1-1 Arizona - website
Dial 2-1-1 to speak to a specialist

Yavapai County Community Health Services - website
Contact local agencies

West Yavapai Guidance Clinic Children and Family Services - website
(928) 445-5211