Youth Emergency Transitional Shelter (YETS)

Youth Emergency & Transitional Shelter (YETS) Program Information

If you are a young adult between the ages of 18 and 24 living in Fort Bend County, Texas, and are currently homeless or at risk of becoming homeless, you may qualify for our Youth Emergency & Transitional Shelter (YETS) program.

We provide emergency shelter, transitional housing, and comprehensive wraparound services to help you stabilize and build a path toward independence.

Eligibility Requirements:

• Must reside in Fort Bend County, Texas
   
• Must be between the ages of 18 and 24
   
• Must be homeless or at risk of homelessness
   
• Must be willing to follow all YETS program rules, policies, and requirements including having a background check and drug test. (To reside in the shelter)
   
• Must have a qualified source of income and be enrolled in school or willing to obtain employment and enroll in school. (e.g of qualified income include employment, Social Security benefits, or child support.)

• Must show proof of financial hardship for rental or utility assistance. (e.g. disconnection notice, eviction notice)

• Must be willing to participate in required services, including:
   
  • Support groups
     
  • Financial literacy workshops
     
  • Life skills training
     
  • Job skills training
     
  • Additional services as determined by your case worker
     

Program Details:

• Participants may stay for up to 90 days, in temporary hosuing provided they continue to meet all program requirements. 
• Participants must be willing to relocate to permanent housing after 90 days.
• Participates receiving rental or utility assistance can only come one time in 12 month timeframe and must participate in a financial literacy workshop.
   

How to Apply:

• Complete the YETS intake form and provide a valid phone number or email address where you can receive messages.
   
• Please note: Completing the intake form does not guarantee services or placement. This form is used to determine eligibility.

• Please upload all require documents
   
• Once your eligibility has been determined or if more information is required, you will be contacted using the communication method you provided.
   

Need Help with the Intake Form?

• If you require assistance, please email: intake@buildingupthecommunity.org.
   
• No phone calls, please. We will not be able to give you any updates until determination is made.