- Elizabethe
Former Ark resident - “Thanks to the staff at The Ark, I can laugh again.”
- The ARK
- 990 West Kilgore Road
- Kalamazoo, MI 49008
- 1-800-873-TEEN
- (Fax) 269-343-7323
- Download our handbook
- ARK Resident Hand Book.pdf
The ARK
Shelter Services
24/7 voluntary short-term (14-day maximum) crisis intervention shelter for youth ages 10-17 who are experiencing difficulties in their relationships or facing any variety of crises, including homelessness.
Serves residents of Allegan, Barry, Berrien, Branch, Calhoun, Cass, Kalamazoo, St. Joseph and Van Buren counties.
No-fee for services.
Shelter and stabilization services (on a fee basis) for youth awaiting longer-term placements or living arrangements.
Respite care by arrangement on a fee basis.
Counseling & Case Management Services
On-site and outreach counseling and case management provided to youth and families, including education, assessments, and referrals. No charge for counseling services.
24-hour toll free crisis line: 1-800-873-TEEN.
Goal is to successfully reunite and strengthen family relationships whenever possible or to assist with alternative living arrangements.
Remote assessments available in all counties upon request. Please contact The ARK via our 24-hour toll-free telephone number 1-800-873-TEEN (8336).
Community Services
Please view our Community Services page for more information about our Outreach efforts, ARK Ambassador Program, and Transitional Living Program.