With his dedication and ability to relate well to teens at their own level, Craig is definitely the right person for the job. Liked by the Teens David Monks, a local teen, appreciated the time that Craig went on a camping trip to Black Tusk with his geography class. David sees the drop-in as a good place to keep teens off the streets. Ken Bell, the St. Simon s Youth Worker, has liasoned over the years with Craig on mutual youth concerns. Ken said that if anyone can stay 8 years in an area working with youth, he s obviously doing something right.
Youth work is much more difficult than most people realize.
Ken really appreciates Craig s willingness to work with other groups in the area. He sees Craig as someone who always has his ears open and is willing to respond to current needs and concerns. Craig has a real heart for teens who may be vulnerable to substance abuse or violence. He sees a new wave of young people out on the streets, as young as age 11 or 12. His concern is that we be proactive in offering healthy alternatives to these young people.