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Free Counseling

Free counseling is provided for youth ages 6 yrs. – 24 yrs. and their families by licensed clinical social workers covering a full array of topics and issues. Parenting programs offered throughout the year for groups and individuals. Counseling services are provided for our Spanish speaking clients by our bi-lingual counselor.

We also also offer Parenting Wisely Programs.

Virtual counseling is available by appointment only.  Call for an appointment.

Contact Helena Marescot or inquire in-person at the Youth Bureau.  You may also complete the referral form below and email it to:  whiteplainsyouthbureau@whiteplainsny.gov

Grandpas United

The mission of Grandpas UnitedTM is to give back to our White Plains community, connecting with and enriching the lives of White Plains youth aged 5-21. This intergenerational program provides informal group mentoring, one-on-one mentoring, ongoing activities and special events. Grandpas United also creates an environment to support Grandpas by sharing with one another their talents, skills and experiences to maintain their dignity, self-respect and self-worth.

Grandpas UnitedTM

Youth Court – Ongoing one-on-one mentoring. Monthly meetings with student leaders.
Grandpas Go To School – Elementary School monthly program
Coffee With Grandpas – monthly Grandpas meeting for community engagement and peer support.
Grandpas Go to Camp – annual visit to White Plains Summer Camp programs with entertainment.
Grandpas Got Talent – annual intergenerational talent showcase with White Plains high schoolers.

No. Participation is voluntary.

Youth do not need to apply.


Applications for Grandpas are available at the Youth Bureau.

Application forms are not available online at this time.

THE WORD #4 - Official News letter for Grandpas UnitedTM

Grandpa's United Event

White Plains Youth Bureau Mentor Program

This is a community based Mentor Program. Mentors and mentees decide when and where they want to meet.

There is no fee for this program. Mentors are all volunteers.

Mentors have to complete the application process which includes an interview and background screening.

Mentees also have an application to complete as well as an interview.

Mentors have to be able to commit to meet with their mentee for about an hour and a half a week. Mentees have to be available and willing to meet with their mentor as well as participate in planning activities.

This a volunteer program. Participation is voluntary.

Applications are not available online. To apply, contact Sheila Foley at 914-422-1378.

Through a phone interview, it will be determined if the program is appropriate for those interested. If it is, an application will be emailed or mailed out to the applicants (mentor and mentee).

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Fatherhood Initiative

The White Plains Youth Bureau’s Fatherhood initiative encourages and supports fathers to play an active part in the positive development of their children. 

Varies. Please check calendar for updates and sign u for email updates.

Contact Mr. Frank Williams or inquire in-person at the Youth Bureau.

Applications are not available online.

If you would like to refer your child or yourself for FREE counseling services, you may download, complete, and submit the form to:


whiteplainsyouthbureau@whiteplainsny.gov.

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