IHYC offers a variety of programs and facilities that will teach homeless youth to live independently and become self-sufficient. The youth we serve are non-system involved, meaning that they are not placed or directly supported by a governmental payment agency. IHYC is often a last resort for older runaway and homeless youth who have exhausted community resources, family and friends.

Aftercare            Buchanan            Lighthouse            Street Outreach

HOW IOWA HOMELESS YOUTH CENTERS HELPS

Street Outreach Vans go out every night to locate teens, providing immediate assistance, including shelter and helping them access resources they need. 24-hour phone (515-249-1443)

Outreach Center provides meals, access to services of other agencies, support groups, Food Pantry and one-on-one assistance.

Reggie’s Place is a late night coffee house that offers a safe place for entertainment and socializing without alcohol and drugs.  Transportation to and from Reggie’s place is provided when needed.

Meals and support services offered Thursday and Sunday nights.  Transportation to and from meals is provided when needed.

Access to showers and laundry facilities.  Transportation provided when needed.

Referrals to medical services, social services, and legal services.  Transportation provided when needed.

Buchanan Transitional Living Center where teens begin to learn and practice skills necessary to maintain independent living on their own.

Lighthouse Host Home where young women ages 16 to 25 can live with their children and learn and practice parenting and independent living skills.

Educational Services and support are offered to teens who need help in finishing school, getting a GED, getting started in college or post-high school training.  Employment assistance is also provided.