Be the change: Host a young adult experiencing homelessness

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By Arbor Circle

 

Registration ends on Monday, Dec. 10

 

Approximately 3,300 young people experience homelessness in West Michigan every day. They can be experiencing homelessness for a variety of reasons, including, but not limited to: family conflict, poverty, gender identity and sexual orientation.

 

The goal of the Host Home Program is to connect young people with caring adult volunteers who are able to provide them with safe, temporary housing while they have time to repair relationships or make decisions about other housing options with the support of Arbor Circle staff. This community- and volunteer-based approach is available to young adults, ages 18-20, who are seeking to increase stability in their housing.

 

Arbor Circle is actively recruiting volunteer hosts. Great hosts are committed to:

  • Caring deeply about the well-being of youth in their community
  • Providing housing and food support for youth in their home until the youth achieves their housing goal
  • Partnering with youth to address the youth-identified goals

Ready to learn more? Join us next week at our informational session:

  • Tuesday, Dec. 11
  • 12-1pm
  • Arbor Circle Outpatient Counseling Center, 1115 Ball Ave. NW, Building C, Grand Rapids, MI 49505

Pre-registration is required. Go here to register.

 

If you’re ready to get involved, or would like more information about becoming a host volunteer, please contact Andrea Martin, Housing Coordinator today at amartin@arborcircle.org or call (616) 451-3001.

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