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 - Superhero Superfoods – May 6 | 5-6 pm | 3 weeks | ages 8-17 | $20
In this class, our young chefs will whip up superhero-worthy dishes packed with delicious, nutritious superfoods! From vitamins to antioxidants to protein powerhouses, kids will discover ingredients that fuel their bodies for peak performance. Through hands-on cooking, they’ll learn kitchen safety and fundamental cooking techniques. Every class is a tasty adventure, inspiring kids to create healthy meals that make them feel like real-life superheroes!
Mother's Day Paint and Snack – May 10 | 6-7:30 pm | ages 5+ | free
Join us for a delightful evening of creativity and fun to celebrate women everywhere.
Family Fun Nights – May 14 | 6-7:30 pm | families with children ages 5 and up | free
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.
Summer Camp – June 15 | 2 weeks | ages 8-13 | $50
This program provides a supportive and structured environment where children can improve their social skills while being exposed to new activities they may not otherwise be able to experience.
Summer Camp – July 13 | 2 weeks | ages 8-13 | $50
This program provides a supportive and structured environment where children can improve their social skills while being exposed to new activities they may not otherwise be able to experience.
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.