How do I get to stay at Avenues?
At Avenues, there are 15 long-term shelter and transitional housing beds for youth ages 16 to 20. To access the program, you must call Avenues at 612-522-1690. We do not have a waiting list and the beds are available on a first come, first served basis. We recommend you call at least once every day to access a bed, starting at 7:00 am.
In addition to the 15 long-term beds, we have 1 emergency, overnight bed available from 12:00 am to 8:00 am. Reserve this bed by calling us at 7:00 pm for the night you need to use the bed. You will be provided use of a bathroom and personal care supplies, breakfast in the morning and other resources from our staff.
What happens once I am at Avenues?
At Avenues, our goal is to provide a respectful environment that will support you and your housemates in identifying and accomplishing your goals so that you can transition into a more stable and safe living situation.
While you live here, Avenues will provide you with:
- Basic needs of food, shelter, personal care supplies and bathroom facilities
- A case manager who will work with you as you identify and pursue your personal goals, including school, work, housing and independent living skills
- Access to medical and mental health care
- 24-hour guidance and care by our staff of youth counselors
- Social and recreation activities
Click the links to the left for more detailed information about what you will do while living at Avenues.