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The Resources for Youth program at Hennepin County Human Services helps young people connect with available services. Services can help you to: * Apply for assistance - with applications for health insurance, food assistance, and other state programs * Get health care - helps you apply for medical assistance, and find health clinics with services aimed at youth * Earn your diploma or degree - will help you get back into school, earn your General Educational Development (GED), and explore options for college * Transportation * Job and career counseling * Cash and food assistance

Temporary place to stay for homeless youth who have run away or are at risk in their homes MORE INFORMATION The Bridge for Youth offers safe temporary shelter for runaway or homeless youth ages 10 - 17 who are in crisis. Healthy meals are prepared by staff and youth, access to healthcare and case management. Transportation to school is arranged so kids can continue in school. * Resilience House is an emergency shelter for all youth ages 10 - 17 focused on family reunification when safe and possible * Gloria's Place is specifically for unaccompanied, pregnant or parenting youth (15 - 17) and their young children (0 -3) who are experiencing homelessness

Drop-in centers provide a space for homeless individuals to spend time and connect with services. Spaces are typically open during the day or evening hours. MORE INFORMATION This Drop-in Resource Center is for youth ages 16 - 24 who struggle with homelessness and housing instability in south/southwest Hennepin County. Services include: * Case management and goal planning * Job search assistance and educational support * Free clothes closet and hygiene/personal care supplies * Food resources * Laundry and shower * Computer and Internet access * Referrals to federal, county and local services and assistance * Referrals for shelter and housing programs * Rental assistance * On-site mental health counseling and legal aid * Health, wellness and parenting support * Transportation assistance * Connections to caring adults

Provides housing and supportive services to individuals and families who are homeless or in need of safe housing. Transitional housing helps people live independently, address issues that led to homelessness or kept them homeless, rebuild their support network and transition into permanent housing. The length of time a person can use the program is limited. MORE INFORMATION HOPE Place is a 12-unit transitional housing facility in Coon Rapids that offers supportive services to young people who are experiencing homelessness. Provides on-site case management, including education and employment guidance, aimed at promoting self-sufficiency and long-term success.

Therapists offer mental health counseling to help resolve behavioral, emotional or social problems Mental health services may include: * Family Therapy * Group Therapy * Individual Therapy * Mental health evaluation MORE INFORMATION Provides free counseling to teens and young adults and their parents They can help with situations like: * Feeling depressed or anxious * Arguing with parents * Self esteem * Losing a safe place to live * Difficulty with school * Chemical use and dependence * Feeling misunderstood * Dealing with parents' separation or divorce

Program where staff or volunteers interact with people who live on the street, build relationships, try to identify immediate needs and provide information about longer-term support services. MORE INFORMATION * Youth Outreach: Provides confidential, nonjudgmental support and assistance for youth who have run away from home or are without a stable place to stay. * StreetWorks: Provides street-based outreach to youth experiencing homelessness in the Metro area May provide: * Youth shelter bed availability in real-time * Youth Drop-in Centers * Basic Needs (clothing, showers, hygiene, etc.) * Youth food shelves and hot meals * Youth-focused medical care * Sexual health care * Mental health counseling * Crisis numbers * Parenting youth resources

Drop-in centers provide a space for homeless individuals to spend time and connect with services. Spaces are typically open during the day or evening hours. MORE INFORMATION Drop-in center provides access to basic needs and works with community service providers to make connections Includes: * Food * Clothing * Safe Place * Hygiene products * Sleeping bag * Computers * Meals * Case management for employment, mental health services, education, medical services and housing options

Housing for people with low income that includes coordination of other services for residents. The coordination professional can help residents identify resources, navigate systems or help with applying to additional programs. MORE INFORMATION Provides supportive services in housing for homeless and disabled youth throughout the Twin Cities. Supportive housing is provided in an apartment building and 48 units of scattered-site housing in Hennepin County. These sites serve homeless and/or disabled young people and are designed to increase self-sufficiency and decrease the risk of future homelessness. Lindquist Apartments * A permanent supportive housing program offering 24 single units in north Minneapolis * Serves youth ages 16 - 24 Cairn Housing Program * Permanent supportive housing * Scattered site * Serves homeless youth ages 18 - 24 Housing First * 30 units of scattered site supportive housing for youth ages 18 - 24 experiencing homelessness that also have a mental health and/or chemical dependency diagnosis or a physical disability Periscope Program * Serves young adults between the ages of 18 - 24 in Hennepin County who have been referred by Hennepin County social workers, probation officers, other community partners, or self-referred * Assists participants in locating and maintaining stable housing within Hennepin County using local private landlords Project Live Out Load * Rapid Rehousing program for youth who identify on the LGBTQ spectrum ages 18 - 24 Dignity House provides emergency shelter for youth ages 10 - 17 of all gender identities who have run away from home, are experiencing homelessness and/or who are involved in the child welfare and juvenile justice systems. Accepts referrals from any geographic location. The Rapid Rehousing Program * Helps youth ages 18 - 24 who are experiencing homelessness transition quickly from the streets and emergency shelters to stable housing * Housing for up to 24 months with support in building skills and increasing income to successfully maintain housing after completing the program

Drop-in centers provide a space for homeless individuals to spend time and connect with services. Spaces are typically open during the day or evening hours. MORE INFORMATION The Drop-in Center is a place for homeless youth to stop by to get assistance and support. Drop-in center offers help with: * Housing assistance * Food and hygiene products * Help obtaining a social security card, state ID, or birth certificates * Finding other resources as needed * Provides meals, showers, laundry * Case management * Mental health support * Safe place to rest

An inclusive, supportive and welcoming group for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, questioning, intersex, two spirit (LGBTQIA2S+) and allied youth ages 14-20. They provide: * Weekly meetings * One-on-one support to youth with specific needs * Educational presentations at conferences, workshops, schools, businesses, churches and meetings of community organizations * Advocacy for transgender and gender nonconforming individuals

Crisis lines provide immediate support to help ensure a person's safety and help them take the next steps toward resolving a problem. Crisis intervention hotlines/helplines are available through telephone, email, chat, text or other communication methods. MORE INFORMATION Offers a voice and texting crisis line for youth that need support, resources or shelter

Program that provides a free or low cost meal to people in need MORE INFORMATION Meals for youth are served at the Drop-in Youth Center.

Housing for people with low income that includes coordination of other services for residents. The coordination professional can help residents identify resources, navigate systems or help with applying to additional programs. MORE INFORMATION Harvest Hills is a permanent supportive housing program for eight families in Anoka County. It offers residents on-site case management support. Housing Opportunities for People to Excel (HOPE) Harbor is a supportive housing complex in Minneapolis for low-income single adults and the chronically homeless. Services include: * Social workers/case managers available * Assistance with self-sufficiency skills, employment, medical/dental referrals, recreation, chemical dependency referrals, mental health services, educational services, information and referral The Foyer Housing Program at the Booth Brown House offers permanent supporting housing to young people age 18 - 24, with the support and resources necessary to make the transition to independence.

Temporary place to stay for homeless youth who have run away or are at risk in their homes MORE INFORMATION The Booth Brown House emergency youth shelter can house homeless youth, ages 18 - 21.

Housing for people with low income that includes coordination of other services for residents. The coordination professional can help residents identify resources, navigate systems or help with applying to additional programs.

Housing for people with low income that includes coordination of other services for residents. The coordination professional can help residents identify resources, navigate systems or help with applying to additional programs. MORE INFORMATION Harvest Hills is a permanent supportive housing program for eight families in Anoka County. It offers residents on-site case management support. Housing Opportunities for People to Excel (HOPE) Harbor is a supportive housing complex in Minneapolis for low-income single adults and the chronically homeless. Services include: * Social workers/case managers available * Assistance with self-sufficiency skills, employment, medical/dental referrals, recreation, chemical dependency referrals, mental health services, educational services, information and referral The Foyer Housing Program at the Booth Brown House offers permanent supporting housing to young people age 18 - 24, with the support and resources necessary to make the transition to independence.

Job search services may include: * Job interview training * Writing a resume * Vocational assessment * Job placement assistance * List of available employment opportunities MORE INFORMATION Helps street youth to gain employment skills and overcome barriers to employment through case management and job training Services include: * Testing for and getting a high school diploma * Resume building * Interview skills * Job skills training program * Transportation to and from interviews * Connections with local businesses * Help accessing public benefits Legitimate Hustle targets youth who have multiple barriers to obtaining economic self-sufficiency. * Provides comprehensive case management and job training

Learn more about a specific topic and how to connect to additional resources and services. MORE INFORMATION Helps young people and their families address homelessness, navigate foster care, and work through the juvenile justice system * The Youth Resource line, (763) 493-3052, is a free message line for youth 12 - 24 who are homeless or at-risk. * The YMCA staff will help you problem-solve with information on community resources and referrals. The line is available 8:00am - 8:00pm daily. * Youth and their families are offered access to basic necessities, like food, water, clothing, and hygiene supplies.

The Supported Housing for Youth (SHY) Program helps homeless youth ages 16 - 24 by providing housing counseling and financial assistance. Each young person is paired with an Independent Living Counselor who acts as their mentor. The pair can meet in person as often as needed – usually weekly. Together, the pair develop goals and plans for the young person's life.

The Resources for Youth program at Hennepin County Human Services helps young people connect with available services. Services can help you to: * Apply for assistance - with applications for health insurance, food assistance, and other state programs * Get health care - helps you apply for medical assistance, and find health clinics with services aimed at youth * Earn your diploma or degree - will help you get back into school, earn your General Educational Development (GED), and explore options for college * Transportation * Job and career counseling * Cash and food assistance

Program where staff or volunteers interact with people who live on the street, build relationships, try to identify immediate needs and provide information about longer-term support services. MORE INFORMATION * Youth Outreach: Provides confidential, nonjudgmental support and assistance for youth who have run away from home or are without a stable place to stay. * StreetWorks: Provides street-based outreach to youth experiencing homelessness in the Metro area May provide: * Youth shelter bed availability in real-time * Youth Drop-in Centers * Basic Needs (clothing, showers, hygiene, etc.) * Youth food shelves and hot meals * Youth-focused medical care * Sexual health care * Mental health counseling * Crisis numbers * Parenting youth resources

Housing for people with low income that includes coordination of other services for residents. The coordination professional can help residents identify resources, navigate systems or help with applying to additional programs. MORE INFORMATION Harvest Hills is a permanent supportive housing program for eight families in Anoka County. It offers residents on-site case management support. Housing Opportunities for People to Excel (HOPE) Harbor is a supportive housing complex in Minneapolis for low-income single adults and the chronically homeless. Services include: * Social workers/case managers available * Assistance with self-sufficiency skills, employment, medical/dental referrals, recreation, chemical dependency referrals, mental health services, educational services, information and referral The Foyer Housing Program at the Booth Brown House offers permanent supporting housing to young people age 18 - 24, with the support and resources necessary to make the transition to independence.

Temporary place to stay for homeless youth who have run away or are at risk in their homes MORE INFORMATION Provides free shelter, coaching, and support services for youth who are having a personal or family crisis Shelter stays are temporary, generally limited to a maximum of 21 days. Longer stays may be available through the Short Term Shelter Program for youth awaiting placement. Services include: * Crisis intervention * Education * Supervised daily living * Recreational activities * Group discussions - focused on family systems, anger management, sharing and giving, self-esteem building, and other youth issues * Individual coaching * Family coaching * Gang identification training and intervention * Alcohol and drug education and intervention * After care support

The Resources for Youth program at Hennepin County Human Services helps young people connect with available services. Services can help you to: * Apply for assistance - with applications for health insurance, food assistance, and other state programs * Get health care - helps you apply for medical assistance, and find health clinics with services aimed at youth * Earn your diploma or degree - will help you get back into school, earn your General Educational Development (GED), and explore options for college * Transportation * Job and career counseling * Cash and food assistance

The Resources for Youth program at Hennepin County Human Services helps young people connect with available services. Services can help you to: * Apply for assistance - with applications for health insurance, food assistance, and other state programs * Get health care - helps you apply for medical assistance, and find health clinics with services aimed at youth * Earn your diploma or degree - will help you get back into school, earn your General Educational Development (GED), and explore options for college * Transportation * Job and career counseling * Cash and food assistance