A teen center is a

community center A community centre, community center, or community hall is a public location where members of a community gather for group activities, social support, public information, and other purposes. They may be open for the whole community or for a sp ...

serving

adolescent Adolescence () is a transitional stage of human physical and psychological development that generally occurs during the period from puberty to adulthood (typically corresponding to the age of majority). Adolescence is usually associated w ...

s in a community. It may provide services for at-risk teens, help to meet their health needs, serve to discourage anti-social behavior, and help teens to find employment. The purposes of a teen center are: * explore their interests and talents in a self-directed manner; * access support and mentorship in such vital things as leadership skills, communication skills, well-being, careers advice; * and, crucially, get support in writing university, scholarship and job applications to secure future success and fulfilment.

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