Factors Associated with Drop-In Center Utilization Among Unaccompanied Youth Experiencing Homelessness

Drop-in centers for homeless youth take a low barrier approach to addressing both their basic needs (e.g., food, hygiene, clothing) and higher level needs (e.g., substance use treatment, mental health care, HIV/STD-related programs). Prior studies indicate that youth who use drop-in centers show improvements in health-related behaviors over time. The purpose of this study was to identify factors associated with drop-in center attendance in this population.

Publication Date: 
2018
Journal Name: 
Children and Youth Services Review