A LIVING-LEARNING ENVIRONMENT THAT PUTS care first
With deep sadness, we share the passing of Tom Finn, a long-serving and deeply dedicated member of the WGA family. Tom’s connection to WGA (formerly The George Junior Republic) was deeply personal. He was a former resident of our program, who went on to build a successful career in banking, demonstrating the resilience and determination that defined his life. Tom also served on the WGA Board of Directors for decades and for many years on the Board of Directors of the GJR Union Free School District. Read more about Tom’s remarkable legacy of commitment to our Agency and the youth we serve here. To make an online donation in Tom’s memory, click here.
In Memory of Tom Finn
We're on a mission to improve relationships.
Relationships of all types that children form with self and others as they grow. When youth fail to thrive in their home, school or community, we're here:
to enhance opportunities for success.
to build confidence and character.
to disrupt destructive cycles.
to foster self-awareness and accountability.
to brighten future prospects.
assessment, diagnosis and intervention therapies; individual and group counseling with licensed professionals weekly; family counseling sessions; animal-assisted activities; substance use treatment
to help prepare youth for community living and independent functioning
doctors, nurses, licensed psychologists and a psychiatric nurse practitioner onsite at our licensed Medical Clinic
small class sizes of 6:1:1 or 6:1:2 at GJR UFSD to give students in grades 7 – 12 the attention they deserve
uniquely positioned to offer career exploration and hands-on work experience across 18 different disciplines in one central location
daily structured and unstructured activities; amenities include equine center, indoor ropes course, field house, fishing pond, nature trails, outdoor basketball court and baseball field
Brighten a young person's life this holiday season!
success stories
A Place of Opportunity, No Shortcuts
“Take hold of your life. There are no short cuts. Every person in their lifetime gets an opportunity, and you have to be alert
Unforgettable Memories, Important Life Lessons
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Helping Youth Live Drug Free
In New York state, 112,000 children between the ages of 12 and 17 report using drugs in the last month.* Thankfully for Dan and
10,380+
alumni and
counting
52
counties
served
100%
specialized
services
10,000
miles a week
ensuring youth stay connected with family
167
hours of addiction treatment counseling
per month
300+
family and caregiver visits on campus
encouraging connection
96
hours of equine assisted activity
per month
6
months of aftercare services
