Our Story 

The Director of Guilford Youth & Family Services is the Municipal Agent for Children in providing support, coordination, planning, development and implementation of broad-based services and multi-faceted programs. 

As a town based agency, Guilford Youth & Family Services strives to enhance the necessary skills, strategies, and opportunities for  youth in establishing strong and positive relationships with family, school, peers, and the community.  

Guilford Youth & Family Services, a helping agency, has provided supportive services to youth and their families since 1977.  There is a professional staff dedicated to serving the needs of Guilford children, youth and their families, with emphasis on the link between youth, family and community.  

Staff collaborates with parents/guardians, police, school, and community members to develop appropriate programs to best meet the needs of youth and their families.  

GY&FS receives its primary funding, support and endorsement from the Town of Guilford and the State Department of Education. Additional monies are obtained from local, regional and state grants.