Transitional Housing - Washington, Supporting and Mentoring Youth Advocates and Leaders (SMYAL)

Designed to house, empower, and equip the homeless LGBTQ youth community, the housing program will include wrap around services to support the youth in residence. Some of these services include: Case Management - development of personal action plan, weekly check-in meetings, and crisis navigation Supportive Services - medical care, mental health services, and self-care support Skill Development - education, job readiness, and life skills such as cooking, budgeting, etc. Social Support - community outings and access to LGBTQ youth networking After-Care Support - open line of post-program communication between the youth and their case manager for up to 12 months.