A short-term home for youth aged 5-17 who are in foster care, who have run away, or who are experiencing homelessness. A youth's stay in the shelter can range from a single night to a few months, but the average stay is approximately 50 days. The shelter serves about 150 youth each year.

• Safety. Staff meet the immediate needs of each new arrival. Hygiene supplies, clothing, food, medicine, and school supplies help children feel settled and safe.
• Support. Through trauma-informed care and Trust-Based Relational Intervention (TBRI) staff and counselors help youth heal from trauma and plan for their futures.
• Normalcy. Opportunities to engage in activities typical for youth. Examples include school extracurricular options, summer activities, and shopping opportunities.

Admission

• Youth in Foster Care. Emergency Shelter placement must be requested by the youth's DFPS caseworker or Child Placing Unit. Authorized personnel can send the State of Texas Common Application to the agency intake email.
• Unaccompanied Youth. If you or someone you know is experiencing homelessness, complete this form to request temporary shelter placement.