Moving From Housing Uncertainty to Housing Stability

Who it’s for:    
Youth of all genders committed to finding and maintaining sustainable housing.

Contact:          
Call 780.970.5114 or email us 

Youth Housing First provides FREE support for youth ages 16-24 who are experiencing homelessness by assisting them to find sustainable housing and maintain housing over a 9-month period.

Program Goals

  • To help youth experiencing homelessness overcome barriers to improving their physical and mental health.
  • To eliminate risk factors affecting youth housing by facilitating the transition to stable housing.
  • To reduce homelessness among the youth population.

Areas of Support

The team follows the Critical Time Intervention Model to best support youth to be independent. This is accomplished by using a phased approach.

Available On-Site Services

To support youth during the critical time of transition, Youth Housing First provides:

  • Access to housing without preconditions to address barriers to housing
  • Financial assistance for rent, for eligible participants, and housing-related expenses
  • Home visits and transportation assistance
  • Case planning, crisis planning and SMART goal development
  • Life skills coaching
  • Referral and connection to natural and professional supports
  • Opportunities to participate in cultural traditions
  • Career and educational upgrading information
  • Budgeting and financial information

60 youth were housed, giving them a foundation to rebuild their lives and work towards a brighter future. (2024)

Contact us to learn more.

Call 780.970.5114 or email us.

Our Program Partners

Operated by enCompass. Funded by Homeward Trust.