Since 1971
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Changing Lives Inspiring Hope

177

Youth Experiencing Homelessness were Provided with Safe Housing

284

Lives Impacted through Counseling Sessions

43,668

Individuals with Substance use Prevention Education

50+

Years Helping Youth

255

Youth participated in Operation Snowball

23,986

Sixth-Twelfth Graders served Annually through Community-Wide Programs

43,668

Individuals were served Power of Choice Campaigns

97%

of Student Participants said Snowball had Significantly Impacted Them

12 Million

Media Impressions of Substance use Awareness Campaigns

Our Mission
& Vision

Our Mission is to provide life-changing services to youth through substance use prevention education, counseling, and housing.

Our Vision is a community where all youth possess the necessary skills to successfully navigate life’s challenges.

HELP IS ON THE WAY

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Today, 360 Youth Services offers substance use prevention education, counseling, and housing. The organization serves youth and families in Naperville and the surrounding areas.

OUR STORY & LEADERSHIP TEAM

OPERATING SINCE 1971

360 Youth Services began in 1971 when a group of concerned parents, community, and religious leaders recognized the need for professional, youth-centered services in Naperville, Aurora, and the surrounding community.

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360 YOUTH SERVICES
IN THE NEWS

There's always something exciting and important happening with our programs and services at 360 Youth Services.

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Apr, 23, 2024

The Power of Choice – Middle School Edition April 2024, Issue 4

PARENT POST The Power of Choice – Middle School Edition April 2024, Issue 4 Talk with your child about not

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Feb, 09, 2024

The Power of Choice – Middle School Edition February 2024, Issue 3

PARENT POST The Power of Choice – Middle School Edition February 2024, Issue 3 Let your child know you’re watching

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Dec, 22, 2023

The Power of Choice – Middle School Edition December 2023, Issue 2

PARENT POST The Power of Choice – Middle School Edition December 2023, Issue 2 There are risks involved with drinking

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Oct, 10, 2023

The Power of Choice – Middle School Edition October 2023, Issue 1

PARENT POST The Power of Choice – Middle School Edition October 2023, Issue 1 Talk with your child about not

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Sep, 11, 2023

The Power of Choice – High School Edition Back to School 2023

Parent Post The Power of Choice – High School Edition Fall 2023 ‘You Always Have a Choice’ 2023-24 School Year

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Apr, 19, 2023

The Power of Choice – Middle School Edition April 2023, Issue 4

Parent Post The Power of Choice – Middle School Edition April 2023, Issue 4 Keeping Your Child Safe As parents,

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Feb, 24, 2023

The Power of Choice – Middle School Edition February 2023, Issue 3

Parent Post The Power of Choice – Middle School Edition February 2023, Issue 3 Stay In Touch With Your Child

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Dec, 12, 2022

The Power of Choice – Middle School Edition December 2022, Issue 2

Parent Post The Power of Choice – Middle School Edition December 2022, Issue 2 Mental Health and Your Student The

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Nov, 04, 2022

In Loving Memory of Stephen G. Bell

360 Youth Services would like to honor the legacy of Stephen Bell, founder and first president of 360 Youth Services

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Nov, 01, 2022

The Power of Choice – High School Edition Fall 2022, Issue 1

Parent Post The Power of Choice – High School Edition Fall 2022, Issue 1 Is My Teen at Risk of

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Oct, 27, 2022

The Power of Choice – Middle School Edition October 2022, Issue 1

Parent Post The Power of Choice – Middle School Edition October 2022, Issue 1 Social media can have an impact

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Apr, 21, 2022

360 Youth Services Announces Scot Thurman as New Executive Director

Naperville, IL — Youth-centered, community-based nonprofit 360 Youth Services has selected Scot Thurman, J.D., M.A. as its next executive director.

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Apr, 07, 2022

The Power of Choice – High School Edition Spring 2022, Issue 3

Parent Post The Power of Choice – High School Edition Spring 2022, Issue 3 Alcohol, Vaping & Marijuana? Get Talking

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Apr, 07, 2022

The Power of Choice – Middle School Edition April 2022, Issue 4

Parent Post The Power of Choice – Middle School Edition April 2022, Issue 4 Why the Small Moments Matter Never

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Apr, 04, 2022

360 Youth Services and Lutheran Child and Family Services of Illinois reach an agreement to be stronger together

Naperville, IL — Today, the leadership team of Lutheran Child and Family Services of Illinois (LCFS) announced they have finalized

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Feb, 10, 2022

A 360 Lens on Prevention: How One Agency is Addressing Racial Bias

By: JAKE LEVINSON (he/they) PREVENTION FIRST 360 Youth Services After witnessing a sequence of racially motivated tragedies and the cost

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Feb, 03, 2022

The Power of Choice – Middle School Edition February 2022, Issue 3

Parent Post The Power of Choice – Middle School Edition February 2022, Issue 3 You’re Not Alone in Preventing Your

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Feb, 03, 2022

Empowering Positive Impact with Operation Snowball

By: KATE KEIR (she/her), SNOWBALL MANAGER I am fortunate that Operation Snowball has been a part of my life for

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Dec, 06, 2021

The Power of Choice – Middle School Edition December 2021, Issue 2

Parent Post The Power of Choice – Middle School Edition December 2021, Issue 2 Having Open Conversations About Alcohol With

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Dec, 01, 2021

The Power of Choice – High School Edition Winter 2021, Issue 2

Parent Post The Power of Choice – High School Edition Winter 2021, Issue 2 Marijuana Edibles: Look-alike Packaging Requires Vigilance

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Oct, 18, 2021

The Power of Choice – High School Edition Fall 2021, Issue 1

Parent Post The Power of Choice – High School Edition Fall 2021, Issue 1 ‘Mental Health Is Just As Important

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Oct, 13, 2021

The Power of Choice – Middle School Edition October 2021, Issue 1

Parent Post The Power of Choice – Middle School Edition October 2021, Issue 1 Small Conversations Can Have A Big

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Aug, 26, 2021

360 Youth Services Recognized by Human Rights Campaign Foundation for LGBTQ+ Inclusion Efforts

Naperville, IL — Today, 360 Youth Services- Youth in Care Program, proudly announced that it is being recognized in 2021

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Jun, 21, 2021

Guidance past the storm

By: KATE MOON-RAESS, MA, LCPC, Senior Clinical Therapist at 360 Youth Services The tornado that struck our community on the

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Apr, 01, 2021

360 Receives $20,000 COVID-19 Grant from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois

Dupage County, IL– To help ease the ongoing needs of Illinoisans created by the COVID-19 pandemic, Blue Cross and Blue

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Mar, 30, 2021

Virtual Public Hearing – FY2019 Action Plan, Substantial Amendment #5

April 14, 2021  Public Hearing If you are interested in attending this virtual public hearing, please contact David McDermott: David.McDermott@dupageco.org to obtain

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Jan, 27, 2021

360 Launches Emergency Shelter Pilot Program

DuPage County, IL – 360 Youth Services is pleased to announce the launch of our Emergency Shelter Pilot Program! Thanks

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Nov, 02, 2020

360 Youth Services Executive Director of Housing Named to Governor’s Commission

NAPERVILLE, Illinois — Carolyn Wahlskog, LCSW (she/her) was recently appointed to Gov. JB Pritzker’s Youth Homeless Prevention Subcommittee representing a

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May, 11, 2020

What can you do if you feel like your mental health is at risk?

By: Michelle Sturgill, LCSW, Clinical Therapist at 360 Youth Services May is Mental Health Awareness Month.  People around the world

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Apr, 30, 2020

Parenting During a Pandemic – Navigating Emotions and Pushing the Reset Button

By: Christina Melville, MSED, LCPC, NCC, Clinical Therapist at 360 Youth Services Part 3 of 3 It’s likely that over

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Apr, 22, 2020

Reframing Productivity

By: Christina Graffagna, BS, Clinical Intern Therapist at 360 Youth Services Among the slew of COVID-19 posts you have seen

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Apr, 22, 2020

For the Parents: Put Your Own Mask On

By: Counseling staff at 360 Youth Services When I travel, I am struck by one phrase that the flight attendants

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Apr, 22, 2020

How to Cope when Your Plans Don’t Go as Expected

Jillion Caldwell, LSW, 360 Youth Services My Timeline Has Changed…Now What? Change is something that has always come with different

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Apr, 22, 2020

Telehealth Counseling for Youth and Families

by: Zach Gibson, LCPC, NCC Senior Clinical Therapist at 360 Youth Services When you work as a counselor or social

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Apr, 20, 2020

Parenting during a Pandemic – The Importance of Self-Care

By: Christina Melville, MSED, LCPC, NCC, Clinical Therapist at 360 Youth Services Part 2 We are now several weeks into

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Apr, 09, 2020

Parenting during a Pandemic – You are Not Alone

By: Christina Melville, MSED, LCPC, NCC, Clinical Therapist at 360 Youth Services Part 1 Raise your hand if you’re feeling

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Apr, 06, 2020

Sheltering in Place & Boundary Setting

By: Meg Six, Clinical Intern Therapist at 360 Youth Services Families and individuals are currently faced with an unprecedented set

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Mar, 26, 2020

Sheltering in Place & Connecting with Others

By: Meg Six, Clinical Intern Therapist at 360 Youth Services As we make adjustments in our daily lives to accommodate

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Jan, 17, 2020

2020 Brings New Leadership to 360 Youth Services

New CEO aims to help kids thrive, not just survive NAPERVILLE— The 360 Youth Services Board of Directors is proud

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