Young Adult Services

We're Ready When You Need Us

If you’re a young adult and homeless, you’re forced to be independent. At Outside In, we understand that. Many of us here have been through a similar situation. We provide a safe space for you to get the services you need—when you need them. We know your situation can be complicated. But we’re here for you. Come in and talk to us.

Who is eligible

16 through 24 year-olds

Location

Outside In
1132 SW 13th Ave,
Portland, OR 97205

Contact

503.535.3800
info@outsidein.org

Cost

Free

Who is eligible

16 through 24 year-olds

Location

Outside In
1132 SW 13th Ave,
Portland, OR 97205

Contact

503.535.3800
info@outsidein.org

Cost

Free

Hope and Healing

Of the estimated 2,000 youth experiencing homelessness in Portland/Multnomah County, the majority come from the greater metropolitan area and throughout Oregon. Youth end up on the street for multiple reasons: Family poverty, violence, mental and physical illness in their families, sexual minority issues, unemployment, domestic violence, and sexual abuse are just some of the contributing factors. Other youth simply find themselves abandoned by their parents.

Youth experiencing homelessness are forced to be independent on average a full decade before their housed peers.

Everyone has a dream. For a young adult experiencing homelessness, that dream simply may be to have a safe, warm place to sleep. Or it may be to find a job. Others want to go to college, knowing it is their best shot at long-term change. Outside In is committed to making these dreams a reality.

Outside In provides youth with the hope, confidence, and skills necessary to build stable lives. We treat our participants with respect and believe in them. They can and do turn their lives around.

We know young people need trusting adults to thrive.

Individualized support includes:

  • Housing
  • Education
  • Employment
  • Counseling
  • Health care
  • Healthy meals
  • Recreation and art
  • Safety off the streets

Success Stories

Anthony

As a patient at Outside In, the dignity, compassion, and respect that I was shown by staff truly had a lasting impact on me and directly resulted in me wanting to get involved in helping my community.

Shay

Outside In made me want to be around excellence. Outside In shaped me. It taught me how to be kind to people less fortunate.

River

When I came out as trans and reached out to the community for help, everyone had something good to say about Outside In.

Rei

Through these connections I was able to get into school and graduate as a Certified Medical Assistant

Jason

Through Outside In’s guidance and support, I was in my own apartment completely self-sufficient within a week.

Anna

If you met me today, you might never imagine I spent countless nights sleeping under the Burnside Bridge.

Ollie

I wanted independence and stability. I wanted to belong. I found Outside In.

Courtney

Housing at Outside In is so much more than a roof over your head. The staff is helpful and amazing. They were always there for us anticipating our needs. Finally, we weren’t hungry anymore and we were safe.

Ramad

I feel safe at Outside In. I love Outside In people. How they love us, care for us. The wonderful and fresh food, the health care, the accommodations, the hospitalities. People talking to me, listening to me. Changing lives. It is a great moment.

Adrianna

By the time I was 17, I didn't trust anybody...except Outside In. The staff took my concerns seriously, and took a holistic approach. They protected me.