If you are in a crisis, call 2-1-1 where support is available 24/7.
HOUSING / HOMELESS YOUTH
727-593-0003
www.camelotcommunitycare.org/programs
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Camelot Community Care provides behavioral health and child welfare services that are community based, focusing on helping the child in their home, school and the community.
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Camelot's Independent Living program is responsible for the coordination and implementation of Independent Living Services to teens and young adults as they transition from the foster care system to living independently by assisting them with their educational, housing, and employment needs.
Clothes to Kids
813-616-6430
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Provides new and quality used clothing to low-income or in crisis school-age children, free of charge.
homelessyouthhandbooks@bakermckenzie.com
www.homelessyouth.org/us/florida
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A guide for homeless youth with information about your rights, responsibilities, and resources in every major aspect of your life. Each Handbook is created based upon State specific law.
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813-838-2507
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Serves unaccompanied young adults (ages 18-25), including those who have aged out of foster care.
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Partners with different organizations to prevent and eradicate homelessness in Hillsborough, Pasco, and Pinellas County.
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Services include short-term and long-term housing programs, scholarships, training and career development skills, and linkage to additional resources including medical services, counseling, crisis intervention, and more.
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813-492-4973
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Provides temporary and long-term shelter and safe space to support young women ages 18-30 transitioning to independent living.
Money Geek: Financial and Social Resources for Homeless LGBTQ+ Youth
www.moneygeek.com/financial-planning/resources/lgbtq-homeless-youth
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In this guide, you’ll find state and national helplines, shelters and other organizations that can help, along with tips for how to avoid homelessness.
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Peace Outreach Resource Center
813-512-6312
Mondays and Fridays, 2:30-5:30pm
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A faith-based youth drop-in center that provides a safe, non-judgmental space for disadvantaged youth ages 16-24 experiencing homelessness.
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www.nationalsafeplace.org/find-a-safe-place
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Text 4HELP (44357) the word “safe” with current location to receive information on the closest Safe Place site.
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A young person can go to one of the locations if they are in a crisis or need a place to stay.
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813-868-1995
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Ends homelessness for youth through one-on-one mentoring, providing a stable home, obtaining employment, teaching financial literacy, life skills and promoting educational achievement.
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Starting Right, Now is a “by referral only” organization. Please contact your School Social Worker or Administrator to determine if you meet our eligibility requirements. A student must be in high school to be referred.
Tampa Hillsborough Homeless Initiative
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Homeless assistance and other resources provided by community partner agencies within the Tampa/Hillsborough County Continuum of Care.
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Website offers specific resources tailored to youth ages 16 to 24 who are not accompanied by a parent or guardian.
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Youth Improvement Services
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Emergency housing and resource navigation for 18-24 year old youth, with a focus on BIPOC and LGBTQ youth. Apply for assistance at this link.