Alternative, Mandated Programs
We provide individual, short-term intervention counseling for adolescents and young adults engaged in marijuana, alcohol or nicotine use. Referrals can be made by the school, Youth Aid Panel, Court, or family.
Our programs provide substance abuse education and counseling on the social, legal and personal consequences of drug and alcohol experimentation and use in an effective yet stress-free atmosphere
We also explore other areas involving risk-taking, decision-making skills, and personal responsibility via the use of programs specifically designed for teens and young adults.
Changing Attitudes About Retail Theft (CHAART)
CHAART is a mandated alternative sentencing program for adolescents and adults cited for retail theft/shoplifting offenses. Counseling focuses on exploration of at-risk behaviors, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
Anger Management
Our Anger Management Program provides assessment, education, and counseling to address underlying causes of anger, appropriate ways to control anger, and provide better coping and problem-solving skills.
DUI Intervention
We offer a DUI Intervention program that provides individual alcohol and drug counseling and educational services for clients cited for Driving Under the Influence and referred by the DUI Administration, attorneys, or probation officers.
Success stories
The length of our connection speaks volumes about the value we place in the services and educational programming provided by Aldersgate.
“We have had a strong partnership with Aldersgate for over a quarter century. The length of this connection in itself speaks volumes about the value we place in the services and educational programming provided by Aldersgate. Aldersgate has worked together with the school district using competitive grant funds as well as county funds in order to provide hours of excellent educational programming.“
– Judy, Abington School District
