Union County Community Drop-In Centers (CDIC)

NEWS

At the Union County Community Drop-in Centers, we believe in the potential of every young person who walks through our doors. That's why every participant in the CDIC is called a "scholar." We envision these centers as spaces where scholars can push themselves to explore their environment, challenge their minds, and grow in new and unexpected ways.

Boxwood operates four sites throughout the county, with over 70 registered scholars. By the end of December, we anticipate serving up to 150 scholars. Each center is designed to offer a wide range of activities to engage our scholars, including:

Scholars work on solving complex problems to improve their math and/or phonics skills with the help of dedicated tutors.

When scholars check in, they select their mood and have the option to journal, followed by our 3:30 PM character-building activities until 4:00PM - 4:30PM (ages 10-13). The older teens will engage in their own character building activities (time varies per site). It's all about creating a supportive and nurturing environment where every scholar thrives.

This fall, our Social Emotional Learning (SEL) activities will focus on stress management by way of games, arts & craft & group discussions for all scholars.

"My favorite part was watching and learning about the Lego Spike, the art, and interaction between the students with each other, and the staff interaction with the students. It is a calm and safe environment. The staff was very welcoming and friendly to the parents as well." - Drop-In Center Parent

"My favorite part about the drop in center is that the people are friendly and the STEAM program is something that my son loves!" - Drop-In Center Parent

An experience you don't want to miss!

For more information about the Union County Community Drop-In Centers, visit www.boxwoodnj.org/cdic or contact us directly at 908-241-6862. All services are free to Union County residents ages 10 - 18/ grades 6-12.

Program funded by the Union County Board of County Commissioners through the Union County Youth Services Commission with a New Jersey Juvenile Justice Commission Grant. The Union County Youth Services Commission is part of the Union County Department of Human Services, Division of Children & Youth Services.