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Call or text 502-635-5233 — 24/7, always confidential. A Safe Place staff member will talk with you, listen without judgment, and help you get the support you need.
Explore Our Programs
YMCA Safe Place Services is here for teens and young adults facing challenges—from family conflict and homelessness to mentorship and life skills. Our programs are free and confidential, designed to meet you where you are and help you move forward.
Shelter House
Crisis shelter for teens ages 12–17 offering a safe place to reset, reconnect, and plan a healthier path forward.
Youth Development Drop-In Center
A daytime hub for young adults experiencing homelessness, offering practical support, connection, and self-sufficiency tools.
Street Outreach
Mobile support teams that meet youth where they are—providing essentials, encouragement, and pathways to safety.
Y-NOW Mentoring
Mentoring and group programming for youth ages 11–15 navigating the challenges of parental incarceration or addiction.
Take the Next Step
Dive into the details of each program to see how we can support you—or someone you care about—right now.
24/7 Shelter House
Shelter House offers 24/7 emergency housing for teens ages 12 to 17 who are in crisis. It provides a temporary, supportive space where young people and their families can begin to rebuild trust and stability.
Services Include:
- 24-hour staff support
- Case management and advocacy
- Access to medical care
- Transportation to and from school
- Life skills training and tutoring
- Family mediation services
- Referrals to additional community supports
- 20-bed residential dorm with meals and snacks provided daily
Most stays last 10–14 days. Services are free for youth and their families.
Learn more about Shelter House.
Youth Development Drop-In Center (YDC)
A supportive space for young adults ages 18–24 experiencing homelessness. The YDC helps young people build independence through access to basic needs, educational tools, job training, and emotional support.
Features Include:
- Computer and Learning Lab
- Gym and recreation space
- Private showers and laundry access
- Cardio and strength-training equipment
- Case management and life skills training
- Employment coaching and financial literacy
- Mental health referrals and housing assistance
Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:30 am-1 pm
Life skills sessions are offered from 1 pm-2 pm.
Street Outreach
Our Street Outreach Program supports teens and young adults ages 12–24 who are experiencing homelessness or unsafe conditions. Outreach teams travel throughout the community to provide immediate, person-to-person support. This includes:
Services Include:
- Food, water, hygiene supplies, and first aid
- Emergency shelter referrals
- Case management and follow-up
- Information about free, confidential community resources
- Support for those impacted by violence, trafficking, addiction, or aging out of foster care
Learn more about Street Outreach.
Y-NOW Mentoring
Y-NOW serves youth ages 11–15 whose parents are incarcerated or battling substance use. It pairs youth with caring adult mentors and provides a year of structured support, beginning with a three-day retreat.
Make a Referral
Whether you're a parent, teacher, caseworker, or community member, referring a youth to one of our programs is simple and confidential. We’ll guide you every step of the way.
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About Us
Learn more about the mission, history, and values that guide YMCA Safe Place Services.
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