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HOMELESS YOUTH OUTREACH CENTER | YSS

Provides a safe place for at-risk and homeless youth (age 16-24) to connect with services. Services include street outreach, drop-in services, daily meals, emergency beds, an art studio, computer lab and mental health counseling options.

The center can also connect youth and young adults with additional YSS supportive housing programs, such as Lighthouses, Transitional Living Program, and Rapid Re-housing.

Location

612 Locust Street, Des Moines, IA 50309

Fax

(515) 883-2384

Hours

Drop in Center Mon-Fri 12 pm-6 pm, emergency services Mon-Sun 24 hours

Application process

Call or visit in person for services

Required documents

Eligibility

Youth in the Polk County area, ages 16-24

Fee

None

Languages

English

Agency info

YSS

Programming for children and young adults.