Youth Needs

Adolescents and young adults need places of their own

They need love and support to grow on the inside as well as on the outside

They need family members to be engaged, involved and interested in their lives

They need opportunities to think deeply about their lives and gain insights and understanding

They need good experiences with peers to develop comfort and skill in connecting with others

They need room to explore and develop their unique identity and sense of self

They need supportive adults and mentors to help them believe in themselves

They need to feel safe and connected to home, school and the community