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Description
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The Launch Pad is a long term (maximum stay of 21-months) transitional living program for homeless youth or youth who are fleeing unhealthy living situations between the ages of 18 to 21. The goal of the program is to assist youth and young adults in making the transition to self-sufficiency. Youth reside in a shared two bedroom or three bedroom apartment, 5 bedroom house, or YSB subsidized apartments. Apartments for youth under 18 are located in our main building, which has a staff person on duty 24-hours a day.
Program Philosophy: Launch Pad is a strength-based program. Staff are dedicated to forming partnerships with the residents, and supporting them in exploring their life goals. The staff work with the residents to create a safe environment which is non-judgmental, allowing them to make their own informed decisions.
Case Management Services: Each resident will receive comprehensive case management services. Residents, with assistance from staff, will have a Needs and Services Plan, which allows participants to focus their energy in order to create change in their lives. Areas of concentration: - Education
- Employment
- Psychological-Social
- Life Skills Education
Accessing the Program: Launch Pad is for youth who are experiencing homelessness or fleeing unhealthy living situations. To qualify for TLP: - Youth must be between the ages of 16 to 22,
- Youth cannot be drug or alcohol dependent,
- Youth cannot be actively suicidal,
- Youth cannot be on formal probation,
- Youth must voluntarily agree to be in TLP,
- Legal Guardian must consent to TLP (if youth is under 18 years old).
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