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Amherst Family Assessment & Support Team
The Family Assessment and Support Team (FAST) offers a variety of services to youth and families residing in the Amherst Central School District. FAST services include, but are not limited to, family counseling, mental health counseling, afterschool activities, treatment for eating disorders and Gambling addiction, forming a block club and finding an apartment or securing a home. Interested families living in the Amherst Central School District should contact their school social worker, or Kathy Mobarak-Miller at (716) 631-7132 ext. 7523.
Erie County Council on the Prevention of Alcoholism & Substance Abuse Services
Coordinates SafeHomes and parent education programs for this substance abuse prevention and referral agency.
For more information about this program, please call (716) 839-1157.
School Intervention Service & Family Treatment Program
The School Intervention Service (SIS) is an integrated service for in-school youth who are experiencing school difficulties, youth who are in family crises, and youth people who have left school before graduating. The Family Treatment Program of Amherst is designed to help families meet the challenges of modern life.
Please call the Catholic Charities Amherst Office at (716) 839-4066 to learn more about this service.
Speaker's Bureau
The Amherst Youth Board Speaker's Bureau is one way of keeping the community informed. Our presentations cover a wide variety of topics and there is no charge for most.
Sweet Home Family Support Center
The Sweet Home Family Support Center serves any individual or family in the Sweet Home Central School District. It is meant to be a "lifeline", reaching out to strengthen and support families. Students and families living in the Sweet Home Central School District can receive coordinated human services through this program.
The Family Support Center is a link to community-based human services in a convenient school setting with flexible hours.
For more information, call Anne Nowak, Coordinator of the Family Support Center, at (716) 250-1229.
Youth and Recreation
1615 Amherst Manor Dr
Williamsville,
NY
14221
(716)
631-7132
8:30 AM - 5:30 PM (Mon-Fri)
10:00 AM - 2:00PM (Sat)
Youth and Recreation
Programs
Family Room
Northwest Amherst Community Center
Northtown Center at Amherst
Organizations
Partners & Publications
Youth and Recreation
Pouli, Mary-Diana
Executive Director
716-631-7132 ext.
7532
Guzdek, Eric
Deputy Director Recreation
716-631-7132 ext.
7512
Barth, Dave
Laborer
716-631-7132
Boyle, Ann
Messenger
716-631-7132 ext.
7538
Burns, Jared
Program Leader
716-631-7132 ext.
7713
Bush, Brian
Supervising Maintenance Mechanic - HVAC
716-631-7132
Cassiol, Jason
Laborer
716-631-7132
Cicero, Donna
Clerk - PT
716-631-7132 ext.
7514
Erwin, Robin
Clerk - PT
716-631-7217
Fischer, Patrice
Principal Clerk Typist
716-631-7132 ext.
7520
Graczyk, Elizabeth
Resource Coordinator
716-631-7132 ext.
7550
Groff, Linda
Recreation Attendant
716-631-7132 ext.
7529
Holmes, Michele
Program Leader
716-631-7208
Ignaszak, Brian
Program Leader
716-631-7132 ext.
7519
Kiefer-Warren, Joann
Program Leader
716-631-7132 ext.
7516
Laudico, Alan
Program Leader
716-633-8117
Lefebvre, Heidi
Project Coordinator
716-631-7132 ext.
7514
Lorenzo, Angelo
Program Leader
716-631-7132 ext.
7517
McCarthy, Roseanne
Public Relations Coordinator
716-631-7132 ext.
7521
Meizlik, Jonathan
Laborer
716-631-7132
Miles, Jim
Laborer Crew Chief
716-631-7132
Miller, Kathy
Asset Development Specialist
716-631-7132 ext.
7523
Mohney, Sue
Program Leader
716-631-7299
Pierce, Margaret
Clerk
716-631-7132
Reed, Jennifer
Program Leader
716-689-1404
Reilley, Jenna
Program Leader
716-631-7132 ext.
7716
Rohrer, Anne
Clerk
716-631-7132 ext.
7518
Sember, Andrew
Recreation Attendant
716-631-7132
Stravalaci, Antonella
Director of Volunteers
716-631-7210
Sykes, Scott
Maintenance Worker
716-631-7132
Vega, Tony
Working Crew Chief
716-631-7132
Waltz, Bradley
Recreation Supervisor
716-631-7132 ext.
7528
Wendling, Jim
Maintenance Worker
716-689-1418
Whitehead, James
Laborer Crew Chief
716-631-7132
Zapfel, Janice
Deputy Director Youth
716-631-7132 ext.
7511
Public Forum - Audubon & Par 3 Course Improvements
Don't miss the opportunity to give input into future improvements at the Amherst Audubon & Par 3 Golf Courses. A public forum will take place Thursday, May 2 from 6:00pm-7:30pm at the Audubon Clubhouse, 500 Maple Rd. See attached flyer for more information.
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Posted on Apr 24, 2024 by the Youth and Recreation Department.
Pop-Up in the Park Events Start April 30
Spots still open for fun outdoor activities this spring! Pop-ups are free of charge - register online by visiting amherstyouthandrec.org or call 716-631-7132.
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Posted on Apr 23, 2024 by the Youth and Recreation Department.
Wednesday (Evening) Family Wellness Walks
Come take a walk with us Wednesday evenings in April & May! All ages are welcome to come along for a stroll on favorite local trails! To register visit amherstyouthandrec.org or call 716-631-7132. See flyer for details.
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Posted on Apr 11, 2024 by the Youth and Recreation Department.
Weekly Walks at Walton Woods Park
Free public group walks at Walton Woods Park from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. on April 10, 14, 17, 21, 24 and 28. Join Amherst Town Parks Naturalist, Carol Rogers, for a free guided walk through the park and enjoy some sunshine and steps! Walks are open to the public and all are welcome. Please register by visiting www.amherstyouthandrec.org. To learn more about the event, click on the link below.
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