Clarence CAN (Community Assets Network) is a community-based committee formed in September 2006 and is comprised of representatives of various stakeholder groups and community leaders who directly impact or wish to positively influence Clarence youth and families.
The Mission of Clarence CAN is to promote the value of youth through networking the resources of the Clarence community. Through this our youth will become caring, responsible individuals.
The goals of Clarence CAN are to:
- Promote the 40 Developmental Assets identified by Search Institute
- Promote shared decision making with our youth
- Expand family, school and community communication
- Coordinate youth, family and community resources and services
- Foster youth volunteer support
- Support youth and community development
- Support learning outside of school
What’s on this site?
40 Assets: The 40 Developmental Assets and links to Search Institute to learn more about the power of the Assets to promote positive behavior and healthy successful youth at every age.
Programs & Activities: A comprehensive categorized directory of organized youth sports programs, activities, clubs, volunteer opportunities and organizations available to Clarence youth.
Youth & Family Services: Information on how to gain easy confidential access to professional services that address the needs of individuals and families. Find information about counseling services, evaluation and treatment of alcohol and substance abuse and more.
Related Links: Internet links to sites that offer further information related to that found on clarenceyouthcan.org.