Emergency Shelter & Housing
We help you to find a place to stay. Services include emergency shelter, transitional housing, permanent housing, and eviction prevention help for youth and young adults.
Emergency Shelter and Housing
Our focus is a continuum of care, from street to shelter to transitional housing to permanent supportive housing, with the ultimate goal of preventing future homelessness.
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Find a Place to Stay
At the Y, we offer shelter, short-term, transitional housing, permanent housing, and other support services.
Find Youth Shelter
If you are under 18 years of age and in need of shelter, contact us at (253)-350-0836.
Find Emergency Shelter
If you are 18-24 and need an emergency overnight shelter, visit Arcadia in Auburn.
Find Housing
If you are a young adult who is homeless or within 14 days of becoming homeless, please contact us at (206) 749-7550.
Get Rent Help
If your household is seeking rental assistance, see eligibility requirements and apply today. Please contact us at (206) 751-7130 or email renthelp@seattleymca.org with any questions.
At Risk of Becoming Homeless?
Our Prevention Youth Engagement Team supports young people ages 11-17 residing in King County who are facing crises that could lead to housing instability, including being kicked out or running away. We are here to help with legal advocacy, mental health support, and personalized case management. By addressing your unique challenges, we’ll help you overcome obstacles and achieve your goals.
How a Housing Search Works
King County has a set of qualifications for housing programs. Y Social Impact Center staff will:
- Walk you through the King County Coordinated Entry for All (CEA) assessment
- Discuss housing options with you
- Help prioritize participants for housing based on a standardized process
Note: The Y’s housing programs are for single young adults only but other options are available
Additional Resources:
Other access points: CEA Regional Access Points
Questions? Email us at housinghelp@seattleymca.org
Arcadia Drop-In Day Center in Auburn
- For all youth ages 12-24
- Access to computers, Wi-Fi, hot meals, showers, laundry, and more
- Open every day of the week 1:00 pm-6:00 pm
Looking for an Apartment?
Download a list of apartment rentals in the Seattle Area.
Foster Care Alumni Services
We offer additional services for youth and young adults who are currently in or have aged out of foster care.
How to Help
From volunteering to serving meals or hosting a young adult, you can help end homelessness.
Request Outreach Services
The Social Impact Center Street Outreach team serves youth and young adults ages 12-24 experiencing housing instability in King County. While services are primarily focused in south King County, requests for Seattle and surrounding areas are welcomed. Please complete the fields below to request outreach services for tabling events, high school/middle school outreach, hygiene and food supplies, and more. The Outreach team will respond to your request within 1-3 business days.
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STAY ENGAGED WITH THE Y
Counseling Services
We’re here for you with counseling services that span mental health, substance use, and psychiatric care for people of all ages in King County.
Are you experiencing a crisis?
For immediate assistance with a behavioral health crisis or a young person’s safety or shelter, call the King County 24-Hour Crisis Hotline at 866-427-4747.
Join the Y!
With a shared commitment to nurturing the potential of kids, improving health and well-being, and supporting our neighbors, your membership will not just bring about meaningful change in yourself, but also in your community.
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