Covenant House Florida – Ft. Lauderdale

The Covenant House is in sunny Fort Lauderdale in Florida. They assist young individuals ages 18 to 24 who're grappling with homelessness or the severe trauma of human trafficking. They provide an extensive range of free and low cost care for young people impacted by drugs and trauma. It’s by Fort Lauderdale Beach and the Atlantic shoreline.

Pathways to Independence

This particular Covenant House location truly sets itself apart with its impactful programs. Their Rights of Passage Apartment Living program features up to two years of furnished apartments. This isn't just housing. It’s intrinsically linked with rigorous case management to foster genuine self-reliance.

Then there’s Rights of Passage 2, their rapid rehousing initiative that extends housing assistance and supportive services for up to a year with direct financial aid for move-in costs and rental subsidies. These are solid and actionable steps toward permanent stability, not just temporary shelter.

Their Youth Enrichment Services (YES) program stands out because it provides hands-on job readiness training, resume development and access to onsite internships. They directly confront the significant employment hurdles facing youths in danger of slipping through the cracks.

Unique Support Systems

Covenant House offers comprehensive onsite medical and mental health services that include individual counseling employing evidence-based therapies that address trauma. Their Circle of Security service provides young parents with vital and specific education on childbirth, postpartum care and infant development.

An onsite GED program that has tutoring and assistance for testing is a key resource. The entire center functions 24/7 to show their continuous dedication to empowering vulnerable young lives.