Captain Youth Shelter

Overview:

The CAPTAIN CHS Runaway & Homeless Youth Shelter is a temporary shelter certified by the NYS Office of Children and Family Services serving youth ages 13-17 who are homeless, runaway, or in an otherwise unsafe situation. Youth can utilize our program and services for up to 30 days or as long as is necessary, and know that they will be safe and find refuge in a home-like environment.

The Youth Shelter provides case management services and involves the youth in daily activities while they receive support and encouragement from trained adults they can trust. During their stay, all efforts are made to connect youth with a safe and stable home, by reuniting the youth with their families or with another permanent living arrangement. Shelter Brochure

Days and Times available: The Youth Shelter operates around the clock, every day of the year, accepting youth 24-hours a day from various locations and referral sources. On-Call Emergency Phone/Text answered 24/7/365 518-369-9928

Referral process: The Youth Shelter operates around the clock, every day of the year. CAPTAIN CHS accepts youth 24-hours a day from various locations and referral sources, with the goal of providing immediate emergency shelter to youth in crisis. We actively market and advertise a 24-hour crisis phone line, which is staffed by an on-call supervisor who can help youth, their families or other providers coordinate shelter for the youth. On-Call Emergency Phone/Text answered 24/7/365 518-369-9928

Note: For safety purposes, the Youth Shelter's location is confidential.

Our mission includes working with youth, individuals, and families who are dealing with housing crises, homelessness, and runaway issues. We are always available at no charge to runaways, the truly homeless, and those at risk of homelessness, and will remain committed to this.