The Need for a Youth Services Coordinating Agency in Marion County 2009

Abstract

Because of the need for additional youth services in Marion County and the effectiveness of coordinated and integrated youth services, the Early Intervention and Planning Council (EIPC) is planning to establish or appoint an existing agency to coordinate research, evaluation, and fundraising for youth services in Marion County. This brief takes a look at the opinions of those working at youth-serving agencies to see if they also see a need for a coordinating agency. Individuals working with youth-serving agencies are also asked their opinion on whether a suitable agency already exists or if an agency would need to be established.