Street Outreach Goes On the Streets to Reach Youth!
Crosswinds Youth Services Street Outreach program targets the needs of runaway, homeless and at-risk youth by providing services on the streets of Brevard County. A mobile outreach unit provides tangible items, such as food, clothing and hygiene products to street youth. The program also distributes literature and referral information for other needed services, including medical clinics, food banks, GED assistance, and job training programs.
Based on the national average, it can take nearly seven months for homeless teens to receive the stable housing and services they need. The longer youth stay on the streets, the harder it is for them to exit street life permanently. It is important to make a connection with youth in their first 90 days on the streets.
The Street Outreach Team at Crosswinds is out four or more nights a week talking to youth about shelter options; educating youth about community resources; and handing out snacks, clothes and hygiene packs. Youth can receive these services without questions. The Street Outreach team focuses on building rapport and trust with youth.
Members of the Street Outreach staff are also available for community presentations on homeless youth. For additional information contact Karen Locke at 321-452-0800 ext. 130.
Click here to read the Street Outreach brochure.
