Programs

YES’s programs are youth-centered, trauma-informed, and designed to meet both immediate needs and support long-term stability. We offer services in four major areas:

Basic Needs (Drop-In Services)

Safe, judgment-free space for youth ages 14–25
Hot meals, snacks, and kitchenette access
Hygiene supplies
Clothing closet & baby-care items
Storage for personal belongings
Peer & ally support connections

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Supportive Services (Case Management & Wellness)

One-on-one case management
Vital documents & public benefits access
Employment readiness (TurnAround Tuesday partnership)
Education & skill-building support
On-site/off-site health & mental health services
Life skills workshops (financial literacy, healthy relationships, parenting, trauma recovery)

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Housing-Focused Services

Navigation & advocacy in Coordinated Entry
Case management for housing stability
Rapid Re-Housing & rental assistance (when available)
Landlord/family mediation
Post-housing support & alums connection

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Youth Advocacy & Leadership

Youth Advisory Council formation
Leadership & advocacy training
Voter registration & civic engagement
Alumni network & peer leadership opportunities

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(Each program area above is delivered with a trauma-informed, harm-reduction approach. “Nothing about us without us” is a guiding principle – youth voices inform every service we offer.)

DETAILS

Our new address is:

1111 Park Ave, Suite A.

We are on the ground/business floor of the ReNew Mt. Vernon building, in the suite with its own front porch.

Nearby transportation includes:

Light Rail Cultural Center stop
Metro State Center stop
Circulator Purple Stop #309 northbound
(Charles & Biddle) and #322 southbound(St. Paul & Preston)

Drop-in Hours:

Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday from 12:30-4pm.

We will have an additional hour of
service on Monday from 4-5pm.
We will have some appointment time in
the mornings; these will generally be
follow up appointments.

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