There’s no one-size-fits-all definition of young people experiencing homelessness.
The majority of homeless youth have a history of trauma and often times long-term physical, emotional, and mental health issues. Others have been radically affected by a sudden change in family circumstances and must fend for themselves.
When young people arrive at our doors, they are in need of a supportive community that understands what faces them each day and can guide them through rebuilding their lives. HOPE 4 Youth is that place!
Every day, 20-30 young people walk through our Drop-In Center doors. We work hard to help these young people by providing them with access to their most basic needs such as:
- Food from our food pantry
- Clothes, coats, and shoes from our clothing closet
- Hygiene products
- A hot shower
- A hot, nutritious meal
- Laundry facilities
Then, we help them find a path to their future by:
- Providing youth advocacy
- Securing safe, affordable housing
- Finding employment
- Finishing their education
- Accessing health and wellness services, including on-site health care at HOPE Clinic
- Meeting spiritual needs via Christian-based HOPE TreeHouse, after-hours
