Diversion Program offered at Northwest Youth Services in Skagit

134 East Victoria Avenue, Burlington Lutheran Church, Burlington, WA 98233

Eligibility

Ages 13-24 (to 25th birthday); Experiencing homelessness (staying outside, vehicle, emergency shelter) or at risk of homelessness (facing eviction, staying with friends or family, paying for a hotel); Under 80% AMI for household size; Able to sustain housing on your own after one-time assistance.

(360) 336-1988

Voice - Main Office

https://www.nwys.org

[email protected]

Application process

Call or come in-person for more information and assistance.

Fees

None.

Service area

Skagit, WA

Description

One time financial assistance, and care coordination support to prevent or end housing instability. Funding could include rental assistance to prevent eviction, move-in assistance, travel fare, or other one-time assistance to resolve housing crisis. Cannot pay for hotel stays.

What's Here

Homeless Diversion Programs Homelessness Prevention Programs

Providing organization

Northwest Youth Services

Offers housing, street outreach, help finding a job or enrolling in school, connection to mental health services, support for LGBTQ youth, restorative justice for juvenile respondents, and referrals to other services in the community. Serves young people ages 13-24 experiencing homelessness in Whatcom and Skagit Counties.