Shelter Services
24/7 voluntary short-term (21-day maximum) crisis intervention shelter for youth ages 10-17 who are homeless, have run away from home or are experiencing a crisis in their lives.
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).
