Youth Resource Center

Youth Resource Center

Serving homeless and imminently at-risk youth ages 15 to 22 along the Wasatch Front

Volunteers of America, Utah's Youth Resource Center is a drop-in resource center and emergency shelter for all youth aged 15—22 imminently at-risk of or experiencing homelessness.

We provide essential basic need items, such as three hot meals a day, pantry food, showers, laundry, life-skills groups, housing and employment case management, dental and medical care assistance, as well as access to mental health services on-site.

From 7:30 pm to 8:30 am the YRC transitions into a 30-bed emergency shelter.

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    Eligibility

    To be eligible for this program and its resources, you must be a homeless individual or imminently at risk of homelessness from age 15 to 22.

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    How to Enroll

    Please arrive during drop-in center hours between 8:30 AM and 6:00 PM. A specialist will assist you in completing the intake process and center orientation. For more information, contact 801.364.0744 (ext. 707).

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    Hours of Operation

    Daily intake hours are restricted to 8:30 AM to 6:00 PM. We provide services to enrolled clients 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

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    Legal Clinic

    We provide free consultation, representation, and education to youth clients to help them obtain and maintain employment and housing.

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    Programs

    Our programs connect youth with needed resources like clothing and food, as well as case managers to help with housing and other needs. From harm reduction sessions to movie nights and more, we help youth achieve their goals and foster supportive community.

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    Volunteer Opportunities

    Prepare and serve breakfast, lunch, or dinner to our clients. Mentor a youth. Make a difference by signing up today.

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Are you a property owner looking to fill units? 

Do you want to be part of the solution to end homelessness? You can help by bringing currently unsheltered individuals and families in as tenants at your properties.

Potential support from VOA can include:

  • Ongoing case management for your tenant(s)
  • Guaranteed rent
  • Pre-vetted clients for programs

Contact us today for more information:
housingrelations@voaut.org

If you have any questions, contact the Youth Resource Center at 801.364.0744 or visit 888 S 400 W, Salt Lake City, UT 84101