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Together.
In May, 2024, Living Advantage opened a youth center (LAYC) in LA! It's a vibrant space where kids will come to hang out, get help with their education, receive tutoring, and access mental health support. Join us in this amazing new adventure! We will provide a comprehensive range of services at no cost:
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Educational Support
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Career Development
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Gaming
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Relaxation and Socialization
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Community Events and Activities
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Resource Center
In order to provide the most effective support, we conduct a thorough assessment of each new applicant to tailor our program to meet the specific needs of our community.
We strongly believe in working closely with our youth members to set realistic and achievable goals for their education and employment. We recognize that involving our youth in this process is crucial to aligning success with their interests and abilities.
Services and Workshops.
Join our creative workshops to cultivate and enhance your vocational abilities and foster your artistic talents. We believe that music holds the power to ignite positive change and spark joy into the lives of those who participate.
Education
Quiet study spaces with computers, internet, and tutors for homework help, plus workshops in math, science, and language arts.
Career
Our VIP Career Match Program helps foster youth build skills, explore careers, and connect with real employers—so they can graduate ready to get hired.
Gaming
Explore gaming, streaming, and tech skills at the Living Advantage Youth Center. Learn how games work, connect through play, and build your future in gaming!
Socialization
A safe haven with lounge areas, games, and activities for kids to unwind and interact.
Resources
Access to information on housing, healthcare, legal aid, and other services to empower families navigating the foster care system.
Activities
Movie nights, cultural celebrations, guest speakers, and field trips to foster a sense of belonging.
Youth Center.
Located in the Crenshaw Corridor, where over 200% of residents live below the poverty line. Just two blocks from one of California’s lowest-ranked high schools and adjacent to a major bus stop, we are uniquely positioned to support foster youth and justice-involved young adults with the tools they need to build thriving businesses.
Owned by our board member and Executive Director’s daughter, Dominique Sawyer, through W.H. Sawyer & Company, Inc., the building is accessed via the side door—take the stairs to the third door on the right. Inside, you’ll find a main room with seating, desks, computers, a projector, TV, and a dedicated gaming/streaming area.
