Drop-In Center "The SPOT"

Drop-In Center “The SPOT” in Atlanta

The Drop-in Center is a place where young adults, ages 16-24, can spend their time learning the tools necessary to make a successful transition to adulthood in a fun, stigma-free environment. Services are provided in a supportive group environment and include structured activities that assist our young adults in obtaining goals related to education, employment, understanding mental and behavioral health, coping skills, and living skills.

 

The Drop in Center “The Spot” for youth to learn life skills through enrichment activities, enjoy social outings and build mental health resiliency through self-advocacy efforts and expressive therapy.

 

Life Skill and Support services include: employment planning, GED preparation, college readiness, tutoring, drivers education, healthy meals & snacks

 

Enrichment activities include: recording studio, video games, movies, social & enrichment outings, and volunteer service events

 

Hours of operation:

Monday-Friday 9am-6pm

 

Tapping into Creativity
Youth and young adults at the Drop-In Center have been working with CHRIS 180 staff to learn aspects of film making, editing, and acting. Below are some examples of their creative projects.

“Maria’s Story” by Kezia

“Hey Friend” by Ivan and Coach Malcolm