The intent and purpose of a STANDUP
FOR KIDS
Outreach Center is to provide a safe and protective environment
for homeless and at-risk youth, thereby fostering the needed
support network of basic human needs and development through
educational programs, one-on-one counseling, and an ongoing
atmosphere of hope and concern.
The Outreach Center must first be easily accessible to the
kids. Generally, in a convenient downtown location, and provide
the following:
· A safe environment to rest
· The place to make meaningful relationships with caring
adults
· Referral services for available programs throughout
the community
· Meals and snacks
· Telephone messages and mail service
· Hygiene products
· Job referral service
· Apartment finding service (and assistance with furnishing
an apartment)
· Identification services (Birth Certificates, Social
Security Cards, and etc.
· Educational assistance (books, transportation passes,
etc.)
· Internet services for education instruction
· Counseling referral service
· Learn Independent Living Skills to get ready for an
apartment
· A place for kids to receive ongoing training
(Some centers may have showers and laundry facilities) |
