930 Fleming Ave
Jackson, MI49202
Phone: (517) 788-4460
Fax: (517) 788-4661

thawkins@co.jackson.mi.us 

 Welcome to the Jackson County Youth Center homepage. The Youth Center, is a 50 bed juvenile facility that caters to the needs of court involved delinquents.  The Jackson County Youth Center houses two programs: Detention and the Residential Treatment Program.  

Vision Statement:

It is the vision of the Youth Center, in partnership with all associated agencies, to provide for the safety, well being, dignity and positive development of all the youth we serve.

Mission Statement: 
The mission of the Youth Center is to demonstrate positive leadership as we provide services for youth and their families in an encouraging, culturally sensitive and caring way.