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Kicking-Off Adolescent Immunization Action Week!

By Katiana Smith | Apr 5, 2023

Ignite the Spark of Awareness and Promote the Importance of Adolescent Vaccines! We hope you’re as excited as we are about Adolescent Immunization Action Week, taking place from April 3rd to April 7th! Waterbury Youth Services had the pleasure of hosting Natasha Arce, a specialist from the Waterbury Health Department’s Immunization Program, who came to…

Give Hope, Give Support, Give Local Save The Date: Join WYS’ 36 Hour Campaign

By Katiana Smith | Apr 5, 2023

Empower Young Lives, Shape Bright Futures Save the Date: Join us in supporting Waterbury Youth Services (WYS) during our 36-hour online Give Local Campaign APRIL 25th & APRIL 26th • WYS has been creating positive change for 47 years • Help empower young lives and shape bright futures by supporting WYS, the designated Youth Service…

From Mentee to Mentor: A Heartfelt Gift Sends Kids on an Urban Air Adventure

By Katiana Smith | Apr 5, 2023

WYS Kids Set to Conquer Urban Air Adventures! We’ve got some exhilarating news that’s going to lift your spirits sky-high! Naleah, a former Mentee and Waterbury Youth Services (WYS) Summer Camp Counselor, currently working at Urban Air Adventure Park in Waterbury, has generously donated 50 passes for our amazing WYS kids! Naleah’s inspiring journey began…

Radio Waves of Prom Excitement: Waterbury Youth Services Talks Perfect Prom Project with WATR Radio!

By Katiana Smith | Mar 29, 2023

We’ve got some exciting news to share! Waterbury Youth Services recently had a fantastic time on WATR 1320 AM radio station with the amazing Tom Chute, talking all about our upcoming Perfect Prom Project! Olivia Dudley, Director of Program Operations, and Rasheeda Latch, our Juvenile Justice Team Leader and Prom Project Coordinator joined the conversation…

Kind Hearts Make A Difference: Celebrating Lynn Ward & Waterbury Regional Chamber’s Exceptional Dedication!

By Katiana Smith | Mar 29, 2023

On Friday afternoon, March 24th, 2023, Waterbury Youth Services had the immense pleasure of honoring the phenomenal Lynn Ward and the dedicated Waterbury Regional Chamber with our very first “Kind Hearted Award” during a special recognition luncheon event hosted by Waterbury Youth Services! This award recognizes the unwavering commitment of Lynn and her team, as…

Burger King Sizzles into Waterbury with a Bang!

By Katiana Smith | Mar 27, 2023

Burger King Opens with a Nod to Waterbury Youth Services Hey there, burger lovers and community champs! Guess who just fired up the grill in our very own Waterbury neighborhood? That’s right, Burger King has arrived, and they made a royally grand entrance! This past Saturday, March 25th, our new neighbors hosted a spectacular grand…