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Homeless Youth Program | Youth Service Bureau

2901 Normandy Road, Springfield, IL 62703

Eligibility

Open to emancipated minors and young adults, ages 16-24; Singles or families

Required documents

Varies by service

Application process

Call for information

Fees

None

Service area

Sangamon County, IL

Description

Provides outreach, emergency shelter, interim housing, and transitional living services to homeless youth ages 16-24. Services include:

-- Shelter and/or Housing

-- Individual counseling

-- Drug and alcohol assessments

-- Tutoring for GED and High School diplomas

-- Employment services

-- Money management

-- Life Skills

-- Referrals with other community resources.

Youth under the age of 18 will reside at shelter located in Springfield. Those over 18 may reside at the shelter, receive interim emergency housing in a community apartment, or reside in their own community-based apartments.

Providing organization

Youth Service Bureau

Provides services to youth, including outreach, crisis intervention, stabilization,  emergency shelter, and long-term support and aftercare.