Overview

The Lucas County Youth Treatment Center (YTC) is a secure 32-bed residential facility for felony offenders who would otherwise be committed to an Ohio Department of Youth Services (ODYS) institution.

Systems-based treatment planning focuses on:

• Correcting criminal thinking
• Promoting pro-social attitudes, values, and beliefs
• Addressing family patterns and relationships
• Developing socially appropriate ways to manage emotions and conflicts
• Supporting academic and vocational achievement
• Encouraging healthier lifestyle through sober and drug-free living
• Participating in restorative justice activities

In 2022, 28 youth were placed at YTC: 26 male/ 2 female.

Read more:  2021 YTC Annual Report YTC/Reentry Support Services

YTC DYS FY 2022 Annual Report

Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA):

If you are aware of or suspect alleged sexual misconduct within the Youth Treatment Center, please complete the  PREA Sexual Abuse, Sexual Assault, Sexual Harassment Reporting Form PREA Sexual Abuse, Sexual Assault, and Sexual Harassment Reporting Form .

Youth Treatment Center PREA 2022 Annual Report

PREA Information - Parent and Resident Handbook

PREA Información - Spanish PREA folleto de Información

PREA Compliance Policy

Most Recent PREA Auditor's Report: Facility Visit July 20, 2020 - 2020 PREA Audit Report