The Office of Dispute Resolution Services is offering a series of prevention-focused programs in Clay County in attempt to address youth and family challenges before they escalate.The programs work with youth and families across Clay County through both court-connected cases and voluntary requests for support. According to Director Dr.Teri Hargrave, the office regularly hears from families through truancy-related matters, juvenile office contact and direct outreach from parents seeking resources, which helps guide the way programming is developed and adjusted over time.Hargrave noted the office focuses on matching services to community needs by offering a wide range of programs and revisiting them as feedback is received, noting much of the information presented can benefit families regardless of their circumstances.“The needs of youth and families in Clay County are always changing,” said Hargrave. “The Office of Dispute Resolution...