The young people we serve have become homeless often because of family violence, parents' mental health issues, chemical dependency and/or poverty. In fact, on any given night, up to 2,000 youths in King County are homeless–half of them are escaping violence in the home, while nearly 80 percent have been sexually abused or assaulted.
Friends of Youth has been steadfast in its commitment to engaging the issue. We provide young people with temporary safe shelter, but we also do much more than that: We help put them on a path to long-term stability.
Street Outreach
The Street Outreach Program for homeless youth offers referral information, crisis intervention, counseling and case management to homeless youth. (more)
Emergency Shelters
Friends of Youth operates the only youth shelters on the Eastside. These emergency shelters in Bellevue and Kenmore provide safe, stable temporary living alternatives to young people who are dealing with a family crisis or currently homeless. (more)
New Ground Transitional Living
New Ground offers safe housing, counseling, and career/educational guidance services for young adults who are facing challenges in their lives. Its team of caring professionals helps create a healthy, supportive community for residents. (more)
Long-Term Stability
Friends of Youth provides case management and reduced-rent at apartments scattered throughout Eastside communities for young adults who are ready for permanent supportive housing. (more)