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The Department of Recreation, Parks and Cultural Activities Outreach Coordinator Michael Johnson has been working to educate the community about Safe Place — a national program that assists youth in crisis. Campers at the Nannie J. Lee Recreation Center, Camp Adventure Program were educated on July 11 about the services available if they are in a crisis. Participants watched a Safe Place Awareness video, completed worksheets as well as discussed what to do if they needed help. There is a total of 31 sites available throughout the city currently. All the city’s recreation centers, libraries, and fire departments are locations that will provide a safe place if a youth is in need. The national 24-hour Hotline number is 703-746-5400. It is the department’s goal to educate as many children as possible this summer over the next few weeks. Johnson continues to work with community partners such as the police and fire department, libraries and the department of social services to create a safe place for the community. For more information on the Safe Place program, contact Johnson at 703-746-5571. If searching for summer adventure or afterschool availability, contact the Nannie J. Lee Recreation Center at 703-746-5424.