HEART for YOUTH is a transformative program designed to empower young individuals facing challenges by providing compassionate support and essential resources. Our mission is to inspire hope, foster empowerment, offer critical assistance, guide recovery, and facilitate meaningful transformation in the lives of youth.
Through direct crisis intervention, personalized care, and strong community partnerships, we ensure that every young person has access to the tools they need to overcome obstacles and build a brighter future.
PURPOSE & MISSION
CRISIS RESPONSE & INTERVENTION
KEY SERVICES
KEY ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Youth Outreach Team
Conduct welfare checks and assessments
Connect youth to essential services and resources
Mental Health Professionals
Provide expert evaluations and crisis stabilization
Offer follow-up care to ensure long-term support
Local Agencies & Community Partners
Collaborate to build an integrated network of resources
Ensure youth have access to comprehensive support
First Responders
Sheriff, Juvenile Probation, Fire, School District, Dispatch, Hospital
Work alongside mental health professionals
Refer youth in crisis for timely and appropriate interventions
Youth & Parents
Participate in voluntary assessments and wellness programs
Access community resources for long-term mental health support
HOW IT WORKS
REFERRAL PROCESS
PRIVACY & CONFIDENTIALITY
We are committed to protecting the privacy of every youth and family we serve.
• HIPAA Compliance: All personal and health information is handled with strict adherence to confidentiality regulations.
• Informed Consent: Legal parental or guardian consent is required for treatment and information-sharing, in compliance with all applicable laws.
• Privacy Policy: This Privacy Policy outlines how HEART for YOUTH collects, uses, and protects your personal information when you interact with our services and website. By accessing or using our website and services, you agree to the terms outlined in this Privacy Policy.
• Terms and Conditions: These Terms of Service govern your use of the HEART for YOUTH website and its associated services, including text and call support, crisis intervention, and resource connection. By using our website and services, you agree to abide by these terms.
This project was supported by Grant No. 15PBJA-21-GG-0458-COAP awarded by the Bureau of Justice Assistance. The Bureau of Justice Assistance is a component of the Department of Justice’s Office of Justice Programs, which also includes the Bureau of Justice Statistics, the National Institute of Justice, The office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Programs, the Office for Victims of Crime and the SMART Office. Points of view or opinions in this document are those of the author.