I volunteered at Teen Reach in Charleston. Teen Reach is an after school center for teens (11-17). Teen Reach serves as a place for troubled teens to go after school to stay out of trouble. While there, the teens are fed, receive help with homework, and are entertained.
A lot of the concepts I learned in this class as well as some other FCS classes are reflected at Teen Reach. Teen Reach provides a safe environment for teens who may be are in poverty or facing it, or go home to an empty house after school.
I was able to work with and talk to the coordinator of Teen Reach as well as with the teens and other volunteers. Some of the teens I worked with had a disability or other problems. I let them talk while I listened. I put my feelings aside. There is a large number of teens and not very much space in the building.
Teen Reach serves not only the Charleston area but also neighboring town such as Ashmore. Teen Reach effects the community in a positive way. They are keeping teens out of trouble and providing a safe environment.
I had a good time and learned a lot about at risk teens. By volunteering at places like Teen Reach, can teach us life lessons. Overall, I thought it was good, learning experience.
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