Westhaven Youth Shelter offers support services for both boys and girls ages 11-17 in Greater Cleveland. The doors 

are open to teens who are homeless, awaiting permanent placement through foster care or working towards reunification with their families.

 

Westhaven provides a safe, structured environment to help teens learn responsibility and develop life skills. In addition to emergency housing, food, clothing, advocacy, counseling and a 24-hour hotline, the program provides mental health services, school transportation and recreational activities. Westhaven advocates for right relationships among teens, families and the community.

Volunteers provide building and grounds maintenance, school and lunch supplies and gifts for birthdays and holidays.

Partners: Cuyahoga County Dept. of Children & Family Services, U.S. Dept. of Health & Human Services, City of Cleveland, Cleveland/Cuyahoga Office of Homeless Services, Positive Education Program. With special thanks to the 60 church groups, businesses and organizations that support this ministry. To join them, send a gift to Westhaven Youth Shelter, PO Box 76736, Cleveland OH 44101 or contact: