Street Outreach Services (SOS)
The Street Outreach Services Program meets the needs of at-risk and homeless young adults, ages 16-24, through street-based and drop-in services to assist them in securing safe, stable housing.
About SOS
Street Outreach Services (SOS) is a multifaceted program providing street-based and site-based outreach, case management, and need-specific services through its four unique programs located in the Drop-In Center. The Drop-In Center and community-based outreach serve as points of entry for all programs under the SOS umbrella.
The days/hours of operation for the Drop-In Center:
Monday: 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM
Tuesday: 12:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Wednesday: 1:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Thursday: 1:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Friday: By appointment only
Drop-In Center
Daytime shelter, hot meals, grocery and hygiene packs, clothing, access to showers, laundry facilities, computer, e-mail, and phone.
SOS staff provide case management, educational groups and emotional support.
Rapid Re-Housing
Rapid Re-Housing provides short-term rental assistance and case management. The goals are to help young adults obtain housing quickly, increase self-sufficiency, and stay housed.
Bridges Program
The Bridges Program of Ohio provides direct services including housing support, case management and independent living skills to young adults who have aged out of foster care in Ohio.
Young adult participation in Bridges is voluntary, and young adults may apply to enroll (or re-enroll) in Bridges at any point before their 21st birthday.
Faith-Based Infant and Maternal Health Supports Program
Faith-Based Infant and Maternal Health Supports Program provides support to pregnant and parenting youth/young adults (up to 12 months postpartum) between the ages of 14-24 living in Summit County to address health inequities and improve infant and maternal health outcomes.
Street Outreach Services FAQs
Find answers to your questions about Street Outreach Services and learn how we can help.
SOS provides the following services free of charge:
Access to food, clothing, daytime shelter, shower and laundry facilities
Case Management
Supportive educational and vocational services
Life Skills Development
Assistance in securing safe, stable housing
Crisis and trauma intervention
Transportation assistance
Linkage to community resources
Aftercare service
Our outreach staff can help connect you with resources in the community to find a safe place to stay as well as additional services to help with any other need that you may have.
Yes, hot meals are provided six days a week at the Drop-In Center. Additionally, the SOS staff can provide you with food packs as well as provide referrals to additional food support in the community where you live.
The main requirement is that we want the Drop-In Center to be a safe place for all of our young adults and staff. This includes being respectful of yourself and others while at the Drop-In Center. Additionally, no threats or acts of violence are tolerated.
Yes, the SOS program can assist you in connecting with community resources to secure these necessary documents.
The Drop-In Center is open six days a week for drop-in services as well as appointments. Please see the schedule below:
Monday: 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM
Tuesday: 12:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Wednesday: 1:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Thursday: 1:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Friday: By appointment only
No, there is no charge to do your laundry at the Drop-In Center.
SOS staff can help connect young adults with community resources that can assist in transportation.
Contact Street Outreach Services
Call 234-571-2807 for more information or to make a referral, or visit us in North Hill: 39 West Cuyahoga Falls Avenue, Akron, OH 44310.
Shelter Care Program Directory
Shelter Care provides programs for individuals and families in need. Learn more below or call a program directly for support.
Safe Landing Youth Shelter
Safe Landing Youth Shelter provides crisis and emergency services to youth ages 11-17. Length of stay varies by circumstances and need.
The Highlands
The Highlands provides critical services to homeless and at-risk pregnant or parenting teens, ages 14-18, and their babies.
Shelter Home Program
The Shelter Home Program provides long-term residential care for boys, ages 11-18.
Respite Care
The Respite Care Program provides planned periods of respite for up to four days to strengthen and keep families together.
Outpatient Counseling
Outpatient Counseling provides high quality, individualized, mental health services to individuals, families, and couples.
Street Outreach Services (SOS)
SOS meets the needs of at-risk and homeless young adults, ages 16-24, through street-based and drop-in services to assist them in securing safe, stable housing.