Good Ground - Good Life, Inc.

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Mission

Provide safe and effective living and learning environments that will nurture and inspire underserved, under privileged, at-risk and inner-city youth. Deter delinquency behavior through intervention strategies that includes personal, social, and academic programs.  Empower youth to become productive, independent, and responsible adults.


Objectives

Our programs are comprehensive in nature in order to build on their individual strengths.  Additionally, the programs help to assist them in becoming responsible adults.  The program areas are Drug Prevention and Education, HIV/AIDS and Sexually Transmitted Diseases, Introdcution to computers, Barbering, Carpet Installation, Sign Language, and Arts & Crafts.


Program Areas
Drug Education & Crime Prevention
Provides the youth with accurate information about Crime and how it effects the community. Substance abuse and various  resistance techniques.  The curriculum includes  crime prevention, abuse of alcohol, tobacco, and drugs

HIV/AIDS & Sexually Transmitted Diseases

HIV/AIDS and Sexually Transmitted Diseases (HST) provides the youth with accurate information about sexual diseases and how someone can become infected.  The curriculum includes abstinence and protection.


Introduction to Computers

Introduction to Computers (IC) introduces the youth to the basic skills and foundations required for today’s business environment.  Emphasis is placed on developing proficiency with touch keyboarding and fundamental computer applications including word processing, spreadsheet, database, presentation, and integrated software.


Re-Entry Program

Providing comprehensive job skills, training, and services for those adults attempting to smoothly transition back into the community.


Vocational Program Opportunities
    • Barbering
    • Arts & Crafts
    • Carpet Installation
    • Graphic Arts
    • Television Production
    • Audio/Visual Production
    • Theatre