MaineStay Youth & Family Services
Giving hope. Creating possibilities. Transforming lives.For the past 50 years, MaineStay has faithfully served the Maine Township community with the mission of building healthier families by providing strength-based counseling, prevention initiatives, and comprehensive youth and educational programs that support growth, resilience, and well-being. We believe a lack of financial resources should never be a barrier to accessing services, so all our programs are either free or low-cost. We offer flexible payment options to accommodate your financial situation. Counseling services are available only to those who live in Maine Township or attend a Maine Township school. Our other programs are available to non-residents for a higher fee (space permitting).
Counseling
MaineStay offers high-quality, compassionate counseling services for the whole family both in person and via telehealth. Our family therapists use a respectful, strength-based counseling approach designed to assist you in meeting your goals as quickly as possible. We work with children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families. Services are available at a reduced cost using a sliding fee scale.
Full Program Schedule and Online Registration
Upcoming Programs
Cooking Class - September 16 | 5-6 pm | 3 weeks | ages 8-17
From sweet treats to savory bites, young chefs will explore a nutritious balance of Sugar and Spice in each class while building kitchen skills and confidence.
Art in the Town – September 21 | 4-4:50 pm (ages 6-8) | 5-6 pm (ages 9-12) | 10 weeks | free
This program helps participants enhance their artistic abilities while increasing confidence and social skills.
Magical Moments: Play Therapy Group – September 28 | 4-4:45 pm | 10 weeks | ages 7.5-9.5 | free
This Theraplay-based group is designed to nurture emotional bonds, build confidence, and strengthen social skills in children.
Tutoring – September 30 | 4:30-6:30 pm (1-hour sessions) | 10 weeks | grades 1-8 | $50
Using a small-group format, our experienced tutors, who are also certified teachers, work with students to improve academic skills and self-confidence.
Family Fun Nights – October 1 | 6-7:30 pm | families with children ages 5 and up
This drop-in event is designed to help families connect by choosing from activities that suit their interests—from playing games and engaging in arts and crafts, to enjoying a family-friendly movie.
Trunk or Treat – October 29 | 4-6 pm | all ages | free
Get ready for a spooktacular time at our annual Trunk or Treat event! Join us for an afternoon of festive fun and frightful treats.
Kids Fall Fest – November 23 | 1-3 pm | ages 6-12 | free
This event will feature fun, summer-themed activities where kids can try something different and make new friends during their summer break.
Mentoring – every other Tuesday | 6-7:30 pm | ages 8-12 | free
Our Big Brothers Big Sisters Mentoring Program—now in its 10th year—meets in a structured group setting and helps children enhance their social skills, confidence, and academic success.