Individual, group and family counseling
Coordinating services with schools, therapists, and other social service providers
“Time Out” for youth and family
Social and independent living skills
Structured and supervised living environment Recreational Activities

POPULATION

Male and females ages 10-17
Youth in need of temporary shelter because of potential for abuse and/or neglect
Runaways in need of shelter
Youth having significant difficulties with their families
Youth currently involved in the “system” (Child Protective Services or Family Court) and awaiting an alternative placement

ADMISSION CRITERIA

Youth and parent willingness to comply with program expectations
Meet respective age requirement
Parental/legal guardian consent for services unless the youth is referred by Child Protective Services
Persons with urgent needs or in emergency situations are given priority for services

YOUTH RESPONSIBILITIES

Participation in program activities
Following program rules
Participation in counseling
Attending a school program

DISCHARGE CRITERIA

Individual and family goals completed
Youth and families demonstrate unwillingness to comply with program expectations
Another setting is deemed more appropriate

CONTACT

Shelter Services
615 Piikoi Street, Suite 203
Honolulu, HI 96814-3139
Tel: 808 589-1829 x 160
Fax: 808 942-9633
Email