Our Mission
St. Augustine Youth Services (SAYS) shapes the future of Florida’s at-risk youth by providing coaching, counseling and care in family style therapeutic group homes and outpatient community services.
Our Programs
We help youth work through their emotional barriers and provide them with the resources and support they need to cope, trust others, and form healthy habits.
Reasonable accommodations are provided to persons with disabilities and persons who are deaf or hard-of-hearing.
Our four residential group homes provide therapeutic & pre-independent living programs for boys ages 6-17 who have suffered trauma due to abuse and/or neglect.
MRT provides assessments for youth in crisis, significantly reducing the alarming amount of involuntary youth hospitalizations (Baker Acts) in St. Johns County.
The Coaches Program is dedicated to assisting youth who face unique challenges, such as a lack of support network, behavioral health issues, and difficulty accessing essential mental health services.
The CAT program offers parents and caregivers of youth with significant mental health issues a safe and effective alternative to out-of-home placement.
Get Involved
Your support matters. Sustainability, life necessities, and empowerment are possible because of community support. Sponsorships, volunteering, and donations elevate our programs and the number of youth we serve.
UPCOMING EVENTS
We have a variety of events throughout the year including auctions, fishing tournaments, and a Santa themed 5k!
Volunteer opportunities
Looking for some hands on volunteer work? There are plenty of ways to get involved with SAYS.
Make a Donation
Help us expand our residential and community services by making a direct donation to our programs.