Supporting Youth: Breaking the Cycle of Homelessness
Episode Overview
The Place offers housing and supportive services for youth up to age 24. Youth often learn about The Place from peers or community partners. Trauma-informed care is crucial in supporting at-risk youth. Community compassion and support are vital in addressing youth homelessness. The Place focuses on helping youth build self-sufficient, successful lives.
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In this episode of 'A Place for Everyone', Beth Roalstad, CEO of Homeward Pikes Peak, sits down with Becky Treece, CEO of The Place. The Place is an organisation dedicated to helping at-risk and unhoused youth in Colorado Springs. Becky shares her journey from working in Denver with Warren Village to leading The Place, emphasising the importance of supportive relationships and self-sufficiency for young people.
The conversation dives into the harsh realities of youth homelessness, the impact of trauma, and the critical need for community support. Becky highlights the various services The Place offers, including housing, a drop-in centre, and supportive services for youth up to age 24. She also discusses the rebranding of The Place in 2019 and the significance of letting the youth's voices guide their mission.
The episode sheds light on the complex challenges these young individuals face and the compassionate efforts to help them build stable, successful lives. If you're interested in understanding more about youth homelessness and how you can make a difference, this episode is a must-listen.