Program Description
The Street Outreach Program (SOP) provides outreach services
designed to build relationships between outreach workers and street youth.
The goal of these efforts is to protect young people from the damaging
effects of street life. SOPs are found in various cities across the country.
Services include education, outreach, access to emergency shelter, survival
aid, counseling, information and referral, crisis intervention, and follow
up support.
General Program Requirements
In order to qualify for this benefit program, you must be less than
22 years of age living on the street.
Your Next Steps
The following information will lead you to the next steps to apply for this benefit.
Application Process
For more information, see the Program Contact Information below.
Program Contact Information
For more information on street outreach programs, please visit the
National Runaway Switchboard website at:
http://www.1800runaway.org/
For more information on youth programs and services, please visit
the National Clearinghouse on Families and Youth website at:
http://www.ncfy.com
To get help leaving the streets or finding the nearest outreach
program in your area, please call:
800-621-4000
