Young Adult Stability & Support (YASS) Center
Young Adult Stability & Support (YASS) Center
The YASS Center is a safe space for young adults to access critical resources on their path to self-sufficiency. From housing and career assistance to physical and mental health resources, the YASS Center is a judgement-free zone for those in need.
Hours: 10:00 am – 5:00 pm, Mon – Fri
230 East Travis St. San Antonio, TX
About Us
Each year, an estimated 4.2 million youth experience homelessness in the United States. According to the National Center for Homeless Education, Texas is home to approximately 10 percent of the country’s homeless youth and children. Many are children “aging out” of the foster care system. The Young Adult Stability & Support (YASS) Center provides a safe and supportive space where young people (ages 18-24) can access resources and services that help them recover from the trauma of housing insecurity, to assist them in building upon strengths, achieving housing stability, and setting a course to realize their full potential. YASS is a partnership between SAMMinistries, SA Youth, and Corazón San Antonio, Inc.
About Us
Each year, an estimated 4.2 million youth experience homelessness in the United States. According to the National Center for Homeless Education, Texas is home to approximately 10 percent of the country’s homeless youth and children. Many are children “aging out” of the foster care system. The Young Adult Stability & Support (YASS) Center provides a safe and supportive space where young people (ages 18-24) can access resources and services that help them recover from the trauma of housing insecurity, to assist them in building upon strengths, achieving housing stability, and setting a course to realize their full potential. YASS is a partnership between SAMMinistries, SA Youth, and Corazón San Antonio, Inc.
Access for Young Adults
Showers
Snacks and Daily Lunch
Charging Stations for Electronics
Free Wi-fi
Computer Access
Printing Station
Comfortable Spaces to Relax and Socialize
A Supportive Community of Peers
Access for Young Adults
Wi-fi
Computer Access
Spaces to Relax
Showers
Printing Station
Charging Stations
Lunch and Snacks Served Daily
Program Services Offered
Intensive Case Management (Housing & Career Focused)
- Connection to Emergency Shelter and Permanent Housing Resources
- Safety Planning
- Connection to Benefits, Community Resources, and Transportation Assistance
- ID Recovery Assistance
- Individual Goal Setting and Connect to Services to Achieve Them
Education Support
- High School Completion and Employment Readiness Skills
- Workforce Skills Training /Certifications
- Career Exploration
- Life Skills Assistance
- Leadership Development
- 1:1 Coaching
Health
- Access to On-Site Mental Health Counseling and Connection to Other Mental Health Resources
- Access to Primary Medical Care On-Site
Other Wellness Support
- Access to Peer Support
- Connection to Support Groups
- Connection to Recovery Coaching
Program Services Offered
Intensive Case Management (Housing & Career Focused)
- Connection to Emergency Shelter and Permanent Housing Resources
- Safety Planning
- Connection to Benefits, Community Resources, and Transportation Assistance
- ID Recovery Assistance
- Individual Goal Setting and Connect to Services to Achieve Them
Education Support
- High School Completion and Employment Readiness Skills
- Workforce Skills Training /Certifications
- Career Exploration
- Life Skills Assistance
- Leadership Development
- 1:1 Coaching
Health
- Access to On-Site Mental Health Counseling and Connection to Other Mental Health Resources
- Access to Primary Medical Care On-Site
Other Wellness Support
- Access to Peer Support
- Connection to Support Groups
- Connection to Recovery Coaching
Frequently Asked Questions
- Can I spend the night?
- Do I need to attend a church service?
- Is there a cost?
- I don’t have an ID—can I still come?
A: You are welcome to rest at our facility, but the YASS Center is not a shelter. We will work with you to connect with emergency shelters in the community.
A: No. Travis Park United Methodist Church has graciously shared their home with us, but our services are available to any young adult ages 18-24 experiencing homelessness/housing insecurity. You are welcome without regard to your religious belief, gender identity, sexual orientation, or ethnicity.
A: No. All of our services are free.
A: Yes. You do not need an ID to come to the YASS Center. Although you will need your ID to access housing, employment, training programs, etc., we will work with you to help you recover yours.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Can I spend the night?
- Do I need to attend a church service?
- Is there a cost?
- I don’t have an ID—can I still come?
A: You are welcome to rest at our facility, but the YASS Center is not a shelter. We can work with you to connect with emergency shelters in the community.
A: No. Travis Park United Methodist Church has graciously shared their home with us, but our services are available to any young adult ages 18-24 experiencing homelessness/housing insecurity. You are welcome without regard to your religious belief, gender identity, sexual orientation, or ethnicity.
A: No. All of our services are free.
A: Yes. You do not need an ID to come to the YASS Center. Although you will need your ID to access housing, employment, training programs, etc., we will work with you to help you recover yours.