The Salvation Army The Way In Youth Services

The Salvation Army The Way In Youth Services

Family / Youth Shelter — youth emergency shelter, residential housing, and independent living program

youth emergency shelter, residential housing, and independent living program. Serves Youth and young adults experiencing homelessness, abuse, neglect, or disconnection from family. Gender/access: Residential facility publishes male beds; broader transitional programs serve multiple genders. Age: Residential facility ages 18-21. Household eligibility: Individuals; family reunification pursued when appropriate. Intake: Youth may come through referrals from other agencies; call for current intake and availability. Eligibility: Residential facility serves homeless males ages 18-21; other youth programs have separate criteria. Documents: Needs assessment completed for each client; call for documents. Published capacity: 8 residential beds for males ages 18-21; separate 20-bed independent living program. Waitlist/availability: Call for current availability. Meals: Food and shelter provided; community food referrals and Thursday bagel distribution also published. Showers: Youth support services include showers. Case management: Needs assessment, crisis intervention, counseling, life skills, education, employment readiness, and case management. Housing navigation: Family reunification or other appropriate permanent placement support. Medical services: Connections to health care and medical services. Mental-health services: Counseling and social-emotional support. Transportation: Transportation assistance and bus tokens. Donations: Financial and in-kind donations accepted. Volunteering: Volunteer opportunities published by operator.