FAQs

Reach Resource Services is a facility that provides shelter for homeless teens in crisis. Our services are designed for young individuals aged 10 to 17 who have left their homes due to various reasons such as abuse, neglect, or conflict. We offer free housing for up to 21 days and provide free support services. Additionally, we offer resident counseling for up to 90 days for youth who don't require shelter but are experiencing family or individual conflicts. Our four main services include REACH, Traverse Place, Street Outreach, and Rapid Rehousing. For more detailed information about these services, please refer to our FAQ section or contact us directly.

To access our services, you can contact Reach Resource Services directly at (810) 233-8700. For specific programs, you can reach Traverse Place at (810) 341-6328, Street Outreach for youth at (810) 449-3667 or for adults at (810) 553-0056, and Rapid Rehousing at (810) 447-1945. We encourage you to reach out if you need assistance with runaway shelter services.

Confidentiality is a key priority at Reach Resource Services. We understand the importance of privacy and safety for homeless teens and at-risk youth seeking our help. Our staff members are trained to handle all cases with the utmost discretion. If you need assistance, please don't hesitate to contact us.

Reach Resource Services offers four main types of services for homeless teens and at-risk youth. These include crisis intervention, individual and family counseling, voluntary shelter, and family reunification. Our specific programs are: Traverse Place, a 21-month program for young adults ages 16-21 offering stable housing and various support services; Street Outreach, which provides assistance to individuals or families of any age experiencing homelessness; Rapid Rehousing, designed to provide housing for up to one year for youth aged 18-25 and their young adults who are homeless; and REACH, our primary shelter service. For more detailed information about these services, please contact us directly.

Our shelters, Traverse Place and REACH, are situated in downtown Flint. These facilities are well-maintained, older large homes that feature both private and shared bedroom spaces. They also include community areas and offices for case management and counseling services. For more information about our runaway shelter facilities, please contact us.

Our services for homeless teens and at-risk youth are provided at no cost to the individuals, adults, or families we serve. The funding for our runaway shelter facilities and services comes from government grants, donations, and charitable organizations. This ensures that individuals in crisis can access our services without financial barriers. For more information about starting a program, please contact Reach Resource Services.

The duration of services varies depending on the specific program. REACH offers shelter for 21 days, resident counseling for up to 90 days, and aftercare for up to 6 months. Traverse Place provides shelter for homeless teens for 21 months, with ongoing aftercare available as negotiated between the youth and their case manager. Rapid Rehousing offers rental assistance for up to one year. Street Outreach services are available without any time limitations. For more detailed information about our service durations, please contact Reach Resource Services.

Safety is a top priority at Reach Resource Services. We employ trained staff to create a secure and supportive environment in our runaway shelter facilities and for our street outreach programs. For more information about our safety measures and services for homeless teens and at-risk youth, please contact us.

After leaving Reach Resource Services, aftercare support is available upon request at any time. Our programs are designed to provide specialized services to ensure residents receive the help they need. No youth, adult, or family is ever turned away from receiving support. You can reach out by making a phone call or contacting your previous case manager. The possibility of returning to a runaway shelter is evaluated on an individual basis. If you need aftercare services or support, please contact us.

There are no strict geographic restrictions for our services. While our programs are designed to primarily serve those in Genesee, Flint, and Shiawassee Counties, we aim to support anyone in need. Our shelter facilities are located in the City of Flint and can only be accessed there. However, our Rapid Rehousing options are available throughout Genesee County. For more information about our runaway shelter and youth services, please contact Reach Resource Services.