Youth Essential Services

Youth Essential Services, LLC. (YES) operates small group homes for children referred to by Pennsylvania County Offices of Children and Youth. Male children from 11-17 years of age, live at YES for short or long-term stays while their family circumstances are assessed and amended, or alternative living arrangements are secured.

Discover the kindness, security, guidance, and comfort of The YES Home 

A secure and comfortable group home for youth 11-17 with intellectual disabilities in a country setting. 

  • Pennsylvania State Certified

    YES is State Certified. Pennsylvania group homes require a certificate of compliance or a license from the Department of Human Services (DHS) to operate legally. This certification ensures compliance with regulations for operating a childcare facility or for long-term care, intellectual disability services, behavioral health care, and care for children and youth.

  • What's Inside The YES House

    Youth services and supervision focus on fostering safe and nurturing environments for our youth. This is achieved by developing secure, certified, and accredited small-group homes, along with essential support services that promote a positive transitional living experience.  Through this collaborative approach, we ensure that young individuals receive the support necessary to succeed in their new living situations.

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  • Youth Goals and Events

    Development of coping skills and improving their life skills with educational achievements so their behavior fits their living environment.

    Recreational Events:

    - Sports Activities
    - Personal Fitness
    - Hiking, Camping, Picnics
    - Sports, Stadium Outings
    - Cultural Visits to Theatres, Museums, Concerts