Holly Area Youth Assistance is a community-based prevention organization. It was developed by volunteers who live and/or work in the greater Holly Area School District community.

HAYA is cosponsored by several organizations. These include the local Holly Area Schools, the Village of Holly, and the Townships of Groveland, Holly, Rose, and Springfield. The Oakland County Circuit Court – Family Division is also a sponsor. Extra funding is obtained through grants and local fundraising efforts.

Our Mission

Our mission is to strengthen youth and families and reduce the incidence of delinquency, abuse, and neglect through community involvement.

HAYA Board of Directors

Meet the Holly Area Youth Assistance’s Executive Board!

Our Executive Board at HAYA consists of four compassionate individuals. They genuinely care about the well-being of our youth in the Holly area. Together, they strive to empower and uplift young people by fostering a sense of community involvement and support. Their commitment to making a positive impact truly reflects their understanding of the challenges youth face today.

Nancy Hanks, HAYA Board Treasurer

Teresa Blaska, HAYA Board Secretary

Laura Rainey, HAYA Vice-President

Tena Alvarado, HAYA President

Board of Directors meetings are held in the Holly Township Library Meeting Room (1116 N. Holly Rd., Holly, MI 48442) on the first Thursday of the month beginning at 3:30 pm.

—-> Community Guests are welcome and encouraged to attend!

Oakland is the only county in Michigan that funds a Youth Assistance initiative. County-wide, there are twenty-six local offices, each associated with a public school district. Find your local Oakland County Youth Assistance office here.

Find out more about the services we offer at HAYA here.

Samantha Balcom, HAYA Office Coordinator

Email Samantha Office@HollyAreaYA.com

Samantha recognizes that compassion is essential for fostering connections among individuals, regardless of their differences. Demonstrating compassion enables us to engage with local youth thoughtfully and respectfully, taking into account their unique experiences and needs. Upholding confidentiality is of utmost importance, as these children represent our collective future.

—> Samantha is usually in the office on Mondays and Tuesdays from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. If you have any questions.

We aim to have someone available during these hours. Still, there are rare occasions when staff members need to step out for meetings or community events. (Let’s not forget about snow days!) If you would like confirmation that someone is available to help you, please call the office at (248) 328-3181.

* After-Hours or Emergencies *

If you need counseling right away, call Common Ground at (800) 231-1127.

For non-emergencies, leave a message at (248) 328-3181, and we will call you back during office hours.

You can also email us at Office@HollyAreaYA.com, and we will respond as soon as possible.