Project Youth OCBF – Shortstop Juvenile Diversion Program
Youth Services — Juvenile Diversion in Santa Ana, California. Shortstop is a 50+ year evidence-based early intervention and juvenile diversion program serving at-promise youth in Orange County. Provides restorative justice, legal education, accountability exercises, substance use prevention, and trauma-informed support. 93% of youth successfully diverted from the juvenile justice system.
Phone: (714) 480-1925
Address: 1605 E. 17th Street, Santa Ana, California, 92705
Website: https://projectyouthocbf.org/juvenile-diversion/
Languages: English, Spanish
Services offered: Juvenile diversion, restorative justice, substance use prevention, legal education, parent-youth reflection exercises, culturally adapted bilingual services (Programa Shortstop in Spanish).
Ages served: 10–24 (at-promise youth and families)
Good to know: Operated in partnership with the Orange County Bar Foundation. Contact Silvestre Lopez at ext. 131 for diversion program referrals.
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Frequently asked questions about Project Youth OCBF – Shortstop Juvenile Diversion Program
How do I contact Project Youth OCBF – Shortstop Juvenile Diversion Program?
You can call Project Youth OCBF – Shortstop Juvenile Diversion Program at (714) 480-1925 or visit 1605 E. 17th Street in Santa Ana, California. Their website is https://projectyouthocbf.org/juvenile-diversion/.
What services does Project Youth OCBF – Shortstop Juvenile Diversion Program offer?
Project Youth OCBF – Shortstop Juvenile Diversion Program offers Juvenile diversion, restorative justice, substance use prevention, legal education, parent-youth reflection exercises, culturally adapted bilingual services (Programa Shortstop in Spanish).. Serves 10–24 (at-promise youth and families). Shortstop is a 50+ year evidence-based early intervention and juvenile diversion program serving at-promise youth in Orange County. Provides restorative justice, legal education, accountability exercises, substance use prevention, and trauma-informed support. 93% of youth successfully diverted fro
Are services at Project Youth OCBF – Shortstop Juvenile Diversion Program free or low-cost?
Many community youth services providers offer free, sliding-scale, or Medicaid-covered services. Call Project Youth OCBF – Shortstop Juvenile Diversion Program at (714) 480-1925 to confirm pricing, accepted insurance, and any income requirements before your visit.
What languages does Project Youth OCBF – Shortstop Juvenile Diversion Program support?
Project Youth OCBF – Shortstop Juvenile Diversion Program reports providing services in: English, Spanish. If you need another language, ask about translation services or call 988 for free crisis support in English and Spanish.
Who is eligible for services at Project Youth OCBF – Shortstop Juvenile Diversion Program?
Project Youth OCBF – Shortstop Juvenile Diversion Program reports serving 10–24 (at-promise youth and families). Eligibility can also depend on income, residency, and the specific service needed — call (714) 480-1925 to confirm before visiting.
What if I'm in crisis right now?
If you or someone you love is in immediate danger, call 911. For mental health emergencies, call or text 988 — the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline — for free, 24/7, confidential support. Veterans press 1; LGBTQ+ youth press 3.
In crisis? Call or text 988 for free, 24/7, confidential support. Veterans press 1. For immediate danger call 911.