Author: Denise Carmona

Many aspects of experiencing homelessness can negatively affect the outcomes of young people and their mental health. These youth may feel alone, invisible, or forgotten because their unique experiences and emotional stressors are not acknowledged by their peers who have stable housing. Youth experiencing homelessness and...

28 September, 2020

The walls, doors, windows and stairs of the Fannie C. Harris Youth Center’s residential services wing are much brighter and more colorful thanks to Paul Pace of Pace GFX. The team designed graphic decals and murals, and donated the printing, materials and installation of the...

28 July, 2020

Creative expression can take many forms including art, photography, music, dance, writing, and poetry, to name a few. While many people may believe they must master the arts in order to express themselves creatively, research has shown there are proven benefits to engaging in the...

24 July, 2020

Youth who identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender or queer/questioning experience homelessness at disproportionately high levels compared to their non-LGBTQ peers in the United States. While approximately 10.5% of the population aged 13-18 identify as LGBTQ, as many as 40% of homeless youth identify as...

25 June, 2020

Mental health is just as important as physical health in achieving whole-body wellness, and 1 in 5 people will experience some form of mental illness in their lifetime. While everyone faces challenges in life that can impact their mental health, the challenges faced by homeless...

19 May, 2020

When cities essentially shut down during the coronavirus pandemic, schools, restaurants, retail centers, and more were forced to close their doors. When ordered to stay home for work and school, what are the experiences and needs of young people who lack the stability and resources...

06 May, 2020