Youth Resources
Young people have an array of great programs to help them trhive. helpNYC has collected a list below.
General Information & Support
Youth Connect Hotline
by the Department of Youth and Community Development, City of New YorkMonday - Friday9:00a - 5:00p
800.246.4646
646.343.6800 (Outside NYC)website
Listing ID: 2171963384
Youth Connect is a resource and referral service for youth, families, and community-based organizations (CBO) utilizing web-based strategies and a confidential toll-free hotline.
Youth Connect's mission is to increase access to and visibility of New York City's opportunities for young people by serving as a one-stop shop for all youth-related resources in NYC.
The Door
Drop-In HoursMonday - Friday9:00a - 6:00pSaturdays 11:00a - 5:00p
The Door555 Broome StreetNew York, New York 10013
929.357.0768 textline
212.941.9090 main
SOHO, Manhattan
website | email
ADA AccessableYes, fully.
TransportationBUS: M55 to Ave of The Americas/Broome St or SUBWAY: C, E trains to Spring Street or 1 train to Canal Street
The Door serves nearly young people ages 12-24 from all over New York City, with a wide range of services including reproductive health care and education, mental health counseling and crisis assistance, legal assistance, GED and ESOL classes, tutoring and homework help, college preparation services, career development, job training and placement, supportive housing, sports and recreational activities, arts, and nutritious meals – all for free, completely confidentially, and under one roof.
Membership is open to anyone 12 - 24 years of age.
Programs
Career Development
Education Services
Legal Services
Homeless Youth Services
Mental Health Services
Medial Services
Recreation & Arts Programing
Requirements
Ages 12 - 24* Only
Select services available to those who are 21 - 24.
Restrictions
None
Service Highlights
HSE/GED Preparation
Immigration Assistance
Benefits Access
Case Management
Food Assistance
Clothing
Hygiene Products
Individual Therapy
Group Therapy
Sexual Health
Dental
Vision
Fitness & Wellness
Music, Visual Arts, Dance classes and activities
Peer Groups
Computers & Wifi Access
LGBTQ+ Groups
and more!
The Youth Clubhouse is open to all Queens youth ages 12-25 who are in recovery or at risk of substance use and their families. The Clubhouse will work with youth living in the high-risk Queens communities of Long Island City, Astoria, East Elmhurst, Elmhurst, Corona, Jackson Heights, Woodside, and Jamaica.
The Clubhouse is housed in its own safe, youth-friendly, spacious, supportive space. It features peer-driven, peer-led programming; a range of evidence-based practices and other supportive activities; recovery and prevention skills development; a peer-led Community Advisory Committee; and intensive Member recruitment and community education plan.
Restrictions
Ages 12 - 25* Only
Select services available to those who are 18 - 25
Requirements
None
Service Highlights
Work Readiness
Financial Literacy
Professional Development
Homeless Youth Services
Evidence-based programming and practices
Education & Vocational Training
Advance & Learn
at Mosholu Montefiore Community Center (MMCC)Monday - Friday9:00a - 5:00p
174 East 205th Streetbetween Grand Concourse and East Mosholu ParkwayThe Bronx, New York 10458
Bedford Park, The Bronx
website | 917.792.3895
Listing ID: 2171963384
Advance and Earn is a program to enhance the lives of youth ages 16-24 to obtain their High School Equivalency, formerly known as GED. The Advanced Training Track is designed for youth ages 21-24 interested in obtaining their Commercial Drivers License.
Programs & Services
High School Equivalency Diploma Preparation
Commercial Drivers License Training
Internship Placement
Participation Stipend
Restrictions
Age Requirement
HSE Program: 16-24 years of age
CDL Program: 21-24 years of age
Requirements
Be a resident of New York City
Provide Government Issued Photo Identification
Eligible to work in the United States, and provide a birth certificate, or residency card, or naturalization certification
HSE Additional Requirements:
HSE Program: TADE Fourth Grade Reading Level
CDL Program Additional Requirements:
High School Diploma or High School Equivalency Diploma
Valid Drivers License
Pass a Medical Physical Exam
Willing to take drug tests