Growth & Development Services, Inc. (GDS) is a 501(c)(3), not-for-profit organization that was established to give teenagers who are challenged by emotional, behavioral, and social issues the opportunity to reach their potential. GDS provides adolescents with positive life experiences, practical skills, and the support of caring adults and peers.

GDS Mission:
GDS empowers youth to make unprecedented life transformations by providing them with the inspiration and means to discover and sustain purpose, pride, and hope in themselves, their families, and in the community

The Excel Program:
GDS created the Excel Program to provide therapeutic and recreational services to teens and their families. The comprehensive approach of the program influences all aspects of clients’ lives giving them the tools needed to reach their potential.

The Excel Program is comprised of the Training Institute, Camp Excel, Case Management, After School, Therapeutic Services, and Summer Activities. The Excel Program uses the Reach Your Potential! (RYP) Behavior Modification System throughout its programs and services.

All GDS programs and services are designed to improve behavior, foster positive relationships, increase self-motivation and encourage the teens to continually rediscover and reach their potential.