Resources for Partners & Families 

Youth and young adults have the greatest chance of success when a network of professionals and natural support work together. We can help to balance emotional and informational support for youth and manage transitions as they progress or lapse.

Over the next few months, we will expand frequently asked questions, increase training, streamline contacts, and share our learnings through this portal to further support you and the youth you care about and work with.

Additional Resources: 

The Y Social Impact Center is the leading provider of emergency behavioral health services for youth and young adults as a part of the Crisis Connections network. Learn More>

Virtual Drop-in Support

Created specifically for young adults ages 18-24, Virtual Drop-in Support is a virtual gathering, moderated by licensed therapists. The group will meet and discuss a psycho-educational topic of interest and move into an open conversation to share additional information with resources for support. Free, no registration necessary, drop-in weekly or as needed. Contact Melinda Burns if you have questions.

Join Virtually: Wednesdays, 4:00 pm

Join Via Zoom

Crisis Connections for Individuals and Families

24 hour Crisis Line: (866) 427-4747

• Serves all people in physical, emotional, and financial crisis, with an emphasis on King County residents
• Reduces the immediate risk of violence to one’s self and others
• Increases the ability of people to access the safety net, particularly for mental and emotional support services

FindHelp.org Services

findhelp.org, by Aunt Bertha, The Social Care Network

• Assistance with food
• Help with paying bills
• Locating free or reduced cost programs
• New programs for the COVID-19 pandemic

Emergency Overnight Shelters for Young Adults: 

The Y Young Adult Shelter (Arcadia)

• 932 Auburn Way South, Auburn
• (253) 740-7189

The Landing – Friends of Youth (15 beds) 

• 16101 NE 87th St, Suite 110, Redmond 98052 (Kimmel Building)
• (425) 449-3868
• friendsofyouth.org/getHelpShelter

James W. Ray Orion Center – YouthCare (20 beds)

• 1828 Yale Avenue, Seattle (the green building on the corner of Denny and Stewart)
• Immediate Help: (800) 495-7802
• Questions: (206) 622-5555, ext. 234
• youthcare.org/get-help

New Horizons (18 beds)

• 2709 3rd Avenue, Seattle
• (206) 374-0866
• nhmin.org

ROOTS – Rising Out of the Shadows (45 beds)

• 157 Roy St., Seattle (directly across from the Metropolitan Market)
• (206) 632-1635
• rootsinfo.org/need-shelter

Key Social Impact Center Contacts

Housing and Homelessness Services

• Monday-Friday between 9:00 am-5:00 pm (except Federal holidays)
• (206) 749-7550

Youth Emergency Shelter

• Auburn (under age 18)
• Everyday, 24 hours
• (253) 350-0836

Young Adult Emergency Shelter

• Auburn (ages 18-24)
• Everyday, all hours except 8:00 am-1:00 pm
• (253) 740-7189

Counseling & Behavioral Health Services

• Monday-Friday, 8:30 am-4:30 pm (except Federal holidays)
• (206) 382-5340
• 24-Hour Crisis Hotline: (866) 427-4747
• counseling@seattleymca.org

Employment and Education Services

• Monday-Friday, 9:00 am-5:00 pm (except Federal holidays)
• (206) 749-7550

Foster Alumni and Transitions

• Monday-Friday, 9:00 am-5:00 pm (except Federal holidays)
• (206) 749-7550
• ILreferrals@seattleymca.org

Foster Care Services

• fosterparenting@seattleymca.org

Violence Prevention and Intervention Services

• Monday-Friday, 9:00 am-5:00 pm (except Federal holidays)
• (206) 749-7550

Young Adult Services at Tacoma's Arlington Apartments

• arlingtonapts@seattleymca.org

Arcadia Shelter and Drop-in

• 932 Auburn Way S., Auburn, WA 98002
• Hours:
  • Daytime Drop-in: Everyday, 2:30-6:00 pm
  • Overnight Shelter: Everyday, 9:00 pm-8:00 am
• (253) 740-7189 (anytime except 8:00 am-1:00 pm)

Social Impact Center Main Office

• 2100 24th Ave S. Suite 260, Seattle, WA 98144
• Secure Fax: (206) 382-4967

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