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Crisis Support

Racine Police Department - If this is an emergency, please call 911. However, if you are concerned and would like to talk to a City of Racine law enforcement officer, please call the non-emergency number.

262-886-2300

SAFE Haven of Racine - Support available 24/7 - Youth residents (ages 10-17) experiencing homelessness, abuse, or running away from home can receive services such as Food, Shelter, Clothing, Hygiene/Health Products, Case Management, Counseling Information, Family Mediation and Referrals. Parental permission is needed for minors to stay at SAFE Haven.

262-637-9559

Safe Place - Safe Place provides access to immediate help and supportive resources for youth in need. Text for Help (teens and young adults). TXT 4 HELP, text the word “safe” and your current location (city/state/zip) to 4HELP (44357)

Text 4 HELP (44357)

211 Wisconsin - 24/7, 211 is the most comprehensive source of information about local resources and services in the country.

211

Safe Families - Safe Families for Children is a network of families who volunteer to care for your children so you can get back on your feet. Our goal is to keep your family together. Once you feel like you and your home environment is stable and healthy we’ll work with you to reunite your family as soon as possible.

262-725-5199, ext 700

Restoration Ministries Youth Development Program - Provides safe OST opportunities for youth 5-18 years of age. Youth engage in life skills, leadership development, academic enrichment, mentoring, recreational activities and support services to help youth avoid harmful behaviors, make healthier choices, and build resilience. Youth can access emergency services such as; food, clothing, household and hygiene products without the barriers of identification, proof of income, and adult permission. Program Days/Times: Thursdays 3:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m. & Saturdays 9:00 a.m.- 3:00 p.m. Emergency services available upon request, contact@restoretoempower.com.

262-744-5362

Racine Unified School District Students - Do you go to a Racine Unified School? RUSD students are encouraged to talk to their school social workers to find resources.

262-635-5600

FOOD SERVICES

Racine County FoodShare (SNAP) - Call WKRP Call Center 888-794-5820 or in person M-F 1717 Taylor Avenue. Copy and paste either of these links into your web browser for more information: https://www.fns.usda.gov/snap/snap-clarification-policies-barriers-facing-homeless-youth and https://fns-prod.azureedge.us/sites/default/files/resource-files/Homeless_QA.pdf

888-794-5820

Racine County Food Bank (18+) - 2000 DeKoven Ave., Unit #2, Racine, WI 53403-2481. People in need of emergency food from a pantry who live in the City of Racine are encouraged to contact IMPACT 2-1-1 by dialing 211 on any phone.

262-632-2307

St Vincent de Paul of Racine County (no age requirement for meal program, ID required for food pantry) - Food Pantry at 926 LaSalle Street, Racine. Carry out hot meals at 3825 Erie Street, Racine. Call for days/hours. Additionally, The Society of St. Vincent de Paul of Racine County assists neighbors in need by providing financial aid for rent, utilities, and vouchers for furniture, household items, and clothing at the store.

262-497-2734

Salvation Army Healthy Kids Diner - Monday-Friday at four (4) COP Houses: 3:30 pm - 3:50 pm - 16th Street COP House, 1900 16th St as well as 3:30 pm - 3:50 pm - Geneva Street COP House - 1140 Geneva St AND 4:00 pm - 4:20 pm - Mead Street COP House, 2237 Mead St. as well as 4:00 pm - 4:20 pm - Villa Street COP House, 1146 Villa St.

262-632-3147

Shelter/Housing

SAFE Haven of Racine Juvenile Shelter - Support available 24/7 - Youth residents (ages 10-17) experiencing homelessness, abuse, or running away from home can receive services such as Food, Shelter, Clothing, Hygiene/Health Products, Case Management, Counseling Information, Family Mediation and Referrals. Parental permission is needed for minors to stay at SAFE Haven.

262-637-9559

HOPES Center Rapid Rehousing Program (18+) - 521 Sixth Street Racine, WI 53403. Rapid Rehousing (RRH) participants are assigned through Racine’s Coordinated Entry System (CE) based on need and length of time homeless.

262-898-2940

INSIGHTS Supportive Housing Program - Milwaukee (homeless, single or parenting young adults ages 18-24 years old) longer-term housing (for up to 24 months) and supportive services to prepare them for self-sufficiency and independence

414-206-5491

Milwaukee Runaway & Teen Crisis Program and Center (ages 11-17) - provides temporary shelter and crisis support to youth who are experiencing family or other problems. Counseling is available by appointment or walk-in to youth just needing to talk.

414-647-8200

HALO Homeless Assistance (17+) - Adult Shelter located at 2000 DeKoven Ave. Unit 1 Racine, WI 53403

262-633-3235

Education

Racine Public Library Tutoring (All ages) - Contact the new teen center for more information. TeenScene Open Hours Tuesdays through Thursdays 3-7 p.m.

262-636-9217

John XXII Educational Center - Middle/High School free academic support and tutoring services. Hours are 4:00 p.m.-5:30 p.m. and 6:30 p.m.-8:00 p.m. on Mondays through Thursdays during the school year. Families can register online or, if already registered, contact the center to make any personal information changes.

262-898-7250

Racine Literacy Council (18+) - English Language Learner (ELL), Citizenship Drivers Education (written test only), Adult Basic Education. Located at 734 Lake Ave, downtown Racine.

262-632-9495

Racine Unified School District (RUSD) - Students are eligible for school enrollment through age 20, and some until age 21. RUSD Enrollment Department 3109 Mt. Pleasant Street Racine, WI 53404, enrollment.center@rusd.org

262-631-7194

Employment & Finance

Racine County Workforce Solutions (ages 12-15) - Obtain work permits - 1717 Taylor Avenue, Racine 53403, North Entrance - 1st Floor, MWF 3 pm - 4:30 pm. Note: Parent or Guardian approval needed to accept employment offers.

262-638-6312

Racine County Summer Youth Employment (ages 15-18) - Provides paid employment between June and August. Selected youth work in a variety of roles with government agencies, local businesses, and community organizations.

Application deadline applies

City of Racine Youth Employment - The Youth Employment Program is an 8-week employment program that provides City of Racine area youth, ages 16 to 24, with work placements directly within departments of the City of Racine.

Application deadline applies

Educators Credit Union Student Savings - If you are 18 or younger, you can start saving through an account with us. If you are under 13, you can open a savings account with an adult. Call or use Educators Video Banking to get started

262-886-5900

DVR, Department of Workforce Development Vocational Rehabilitation - DVR helps people with disabilities find a job, keep a job, or get a better job.

800-442-3477

LGBTQ+

LGBT Center of SE Wisconsin (All ages) - Advocacy, resources, and support groups available

262-664-4100

Patton Law Offce, S.C. (will work with youth under 18 yrs with parental consent) - 1636 Taylor Ave, Racine, WI 53403. info@pattonlawwi.com

262-221-4848

Courage Milwaukee (ages 14-18) - In 2019, Courage MKE opened Wisconsin’s first home for displaced LGBTQ+ youth and believes that in order for youth to work on themselves, they must be able to be themselves. A licensed group home, committed to creating an environment in which each resident feels like they are a part of the entire Courage MKE Family. Assist residents with counseling, healthcare, life skills, family reunification, and provide them the same experiences every child deserves in a family setting.

414-240-2882

GSAFE - GSAFE increases the capacity of LGBTQ youth and students, educational staff, and families to create school environments and youth leadership opportunities.

608-661-4141

Crime Victimization

Safe Start Program through WRC - Teen Dating Violence Support

262-633-3233

BeLEAF Survivors - Sexual Assault Support - 24/7 Crisisline, Spanish Warm line (262-424-3134) is available for Spanish speaking individuals during normal business days Monday through Friday from 8am-5pm. Sexual Assault Services’ Bilingual Therapist can provide counseling sessions for male or female, ages 4 to adult, sexual abuse survivors in English or Spanish. Services are available for survivors as well as any support people (parents). Services available at 2000 Domanik Dr. in Racine or at the Burlington office at 480 South Pine St. Therapists and advocates will also meet with students at school. Advocacy services and Crisis Line support do not require parental consent. Counseling and support group services DO require parental consent.

262-637-7233

Fight to End Exploitation - Human Trafficking & Exploitation Advocacy - Need an advocate or assistance with human trafficking resources in Racine? Fight to End Exploitation CareLine is available Monday through Friday from 8 am to 5 pm

414-485-5370

Women’s Resource Center (18+) - Domestic Violence Support, Safety Planning, Legal Advocacy, Support Groups, Shelter services

262-633-3233

Online Dating and Dating App Safety Tips - Online dating and dating apps can be a great way to make meaningful connections with people you may not have met otherwise, but connecting online or meeting up in real life with someone new can also feel scary. RAINN developed new online dating and dating app safety tips, in the form of these sharable graphics, to help you feel as safe and secure as possible when meeting someone new.

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Medical Services

Racine Health Care Network (All ages) - free or low cost health care to residents of Racine County who are medically uninsured and limited income

262-632-2400

City of Racine Public Health Department Sexual and Reproductive Health Clinic (All ages) - testing and/or treatment for a variety of sexually transmitted infections, or STIs. Location: Racine City Hall 730 Washington Ave Room 4, Lower Level Racine, 53403

262-636-9431

Racine Community Health Center - Offers primary medical services utilizing a sliding fee discount program for those with no insurance and accepts Medicaid and Commercial Insurance. Located at 930 Dr. Martin Luther King Drive, Entrance #17, Racine, WI 53404

262-800-7242

Planned Parenthood of Racine County (All ages) - Planned Parenthood is one of the nation’s leading providers of high-quality, affordable health care, and the nation’s largest provider of sex education. With or without insurance, you can always come to us for your health care.

844-493-1052

Racine Unified School District Teen Pregnancy Support - For Racine Unified School District students

262-939-2482

SANE Exams for Sexual Assault- Head to the emergency room and get a SANE exam - Sexual Assault exams are offered by Ascension 24/7 by specially trained Forensic nurses at no cost and do not need parental consent.

262-687-8460

Domestic Violence Exams - Domestic Violence Exams are offered by Ascension 24/7 by specially trained Forensic nurses at no cost & you do not need parental consent.

262-687-4202

Legal Services

UMOS Latino Resource Center - Advocacy, Immigration and Reunification needs, Social Services and Workforce Development

800-279-8667

Legal Action of Wisconsin Racine Area Office - (18+) Located at 245 Main Street, Suite 202, Racine, WI 53403. Wisconsin's largest non-profit law firm providing free civil legal services to Wisconsin clients at the most vulnerable times in their lives.

262-635-8836

Disability Resources Youth in Transition Program (17+) - The Aging & Disability Resources of Racine County (ADRC) is available to facilitate connections to services, and assist with transition needs.

262-833-8777

Legal Tune Up - LIFT Wisconsin's Legal Tune Up is a free, mobile first web-based application that uses publicly available data (driver’s license, criminal, eviction, court, and child support records) to help people identify and address legal issues.

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Mental Health

Did you know that Teens under the age of 18 need parental consent for mental health and addiction treatment?

NAMI Racine County - NAMI Racine County is the local affiliate of National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI). We seek to improve the quality of life of all individuals affected by mental illness and to promote recovery. NAMI Racine County focuses on three areas that offer reform, health, and hope: Advocacy, Education, and Support.

262-652-3606

Rogers Behavioral Health - Rogers Behavioral Health is a not-for-profit, independent provider of specialized mental health and addiction treatment. For a free screening, call 24/7. Their specialized care for children, adolescents, and adults is backed by proven clinical outcomes.

800-767-4411

Racine Mental Health Crisis Line - 24/7 Crisis Services provide emergency mental health services 24 hours a day/seven days a week. Crisis staff are available to meet with or talk to individuals experiencing a mental health crisis. Crisis staff will assist in developing response plans to provide information and resources to meet an individual’s service need.

262-638-6741

Wisconsin Hopeline - Immediate Emotional Support

text "HOPELINE" to 741741

Addiction

Wisconsin Area Heroin Support Groups (All ages) - In support of H.A.'s singleness of purpose attendance at closed meetings is limited to persons who have a desire to stop using heroin. Open meetings are available to anyone interested in the Heroin Anonymous program of recovery from heroin addiction. Non-addicts may attend meetings as observers but may be asked not to share.

920-413-7883

Ascension Healthcare Teen Substance Abuse Support - Ascension’s drug rehab care teams offer individualized care plans that meet adolescents’ unique needs.

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Racine Area AA - The Racine Area Central Office helps provide resources for recovery from alcoholism to the community.

262-554-7788

Wisconsin Addiction Recovery Helpline - available 24/7 to connect you to local services and support. Call or text your ZIP code to 898211

211 or 833-944-4673

Additional Resources

Racine County Network of Care Resource Database - Here to Help is available Monday - Friday from 8:00 am - 4:30 pm. This one-stop information resource is here to help families and youth in search of information and resources. The Network of Care is not only a guide for children and families, but also a resource for agencies working with families and children 0-18.

262-638-6400

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Kenosha Area Resources

If this is an emergency and you need immediate help, please contact 911.

The Kenosha Teen Resource Project is under construction and will be available later in Fall 2024

Crisis Support

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National Resources

If this is an emergency please contact 911 immediately.

Crisis Support

988 Suicide & Crisis Lineline - 24/7 English and Spanish. Call, Chat or Text 988. The Lifeline provides 24/7, free and confidential support for people in distress, prevention and crisis resources for you or your loved ones, and best practices for professionals in the United States.

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Trevor Suicide Lifeline - We provide information and support to LGBTQ young people 24/7, all year round. Call, Chat or Text "START" to 678678

866-488-7386

National Youth Crisis Hotline - This resource provides brief interventions for youth who are dealing with pregnancy, sexual abuse, child abuse, depression and suicidal thoughts. They also provide referrals to local counseling, treatment centers, and shelters.

800-448-4663

Youthline - For youth, by youth. Teens are available to help daily from 4-10pm PST (adults are available by phone at all other times!). YouthLine is a free teen-to-teen crisis support and help line. Text "teen2teen" to 839863

877-968-8491

National Runaway Safeline - This Safeline for runaway youth and youth experiencing homelessness has staff available 24/7 to listen and offer confidential, non-directive, and non-judgmental support. Call, chat online or email.

800-786-2929

Crisis Text Line - Text HOME to 741741 to connect with a volunteer Crisis Counselor. Gun violence, Anxiety, Eating Disorders, Depression, Suicide or Self Harm.

Text "HOME" to 741741

Hearing and Speech Impaired Hotline

800-799-4889

Boys Town National Hotline - Whether caring for a teen in crisis, treating complex health care conditions, or helping families find the parenting resources they need, Boys Town is here for you and your family with expert, compassionate care.

800-448-3000

FOOD SERVICES

US Government Food Assistance - Learn how to get nutritious food for yourself and your family through SNAP (food stamps), D-SNAP, and WIC for women, infants, and children.

1-844-USAGOV1

Shelter/Housing

800-786-2929

Education

Khan Academy - We’re a nonprofit with the mission to provide a free, world-class education for anyone, anywhere.

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Quizlet - Free homework and study support. Research shows that testing yourself with flashcards is more effective than rereading your notes. From math to medicine to modern languages, Quizlet is used by students in over 100 different subjects. 90% of students who use Quizlet report receiving higher grades.

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Employment

Youth.gov - National employment resources for youth

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Youth Engaged 4 Change - Internships, Job opportunities, Professional Development, Scholarships & Volunteer Services

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LGBTQ+

Trans Lifeline - Trans Lifeline connects trans people to the community support and resources we need to survive and thrive.

877-565-8860

It Gets Better Project - mission is to uplift, empower, and connect lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ+) youth around the globe.

info@itgetsbetter.org

The Trevor Project - provides 24/7 crisis support services to LGBTQ young people. Text, chat, or call anytime to reach a trained counselor. Free and confidential.

866-488-7386

LGBT National Help Center and Hotline - All LGBTQIA+ peer-support. A safe space to find answers to factual questions, supportive listening Resources locally, nationally, and internationally.

888-843-4564

Crime Victimization

Love is Respect - text “LOVEIS” to 22522, or call to talk with a peer advocate to prevent and end abusive relationships

866-331-9474

National Domestic Violence Hotline - Call, chat or text "START" to 88788

800-799-7233

National Sexual Assault Hotline - RAINN (Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network) is the nation's largest anti-sexual violence organization. RAINN created and operates the National Sexual Assault Hotline

800-656-4673

National Teen Dating Abuse Helpline - 24-hour national web-based and telephone helpline created to help teens (ages 13-18) experiencing dating abuse

866-331-9474

National Human Trafficking Hotline - If you or someone you know needs help, chat or call the National Human Trafficking Hotline toll-free hotline, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to speak with a specially trained Anti-Trafficking Hotline Advocate. Support is provided in more than 200 languages. We are here to listen and connect you with the help you need to stay safe. Text 233733

888-373-7888

Take It Down - Having nudes online is scary, but there is hope to get it taken down. This service is one step you can take to help remove online nude, partially nude, or sexually explicit photos and videos taken before you were 18.

800-THE-LOST

Stop Non-Consenual Intimate Image Abuse - StopNCII.org is a free tool designed to support victims of Non-Consensual Intimate Image (NCII) abuse.

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Sextortion Resources - Sextortion resources from Thorn.

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Medical Services

Go Ask Alice! - The Go Ask Alice! site is supported by a team of Columbia University health promotion specialists, health care providers, and other health professionals, along with a staff of information and research specialists and writers.

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Young Women’s Health - An award-winning health website for young women and members of gender minorities around the world. Here, you can find answers to your questions, health guides on a variety of topics, health chats, and more!

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Young Men’s Health - A website developed by the Division of Adolescent and Young Adult Medicine at Boston Children’s Hospital to provide carefully researched health information to teenage boys and young men.

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National Eating Disorders Helpline - Contact the NEDA Helpline for support, resources, and treatment options for yourself or a loved one who is struggling with an eating disorder. Call or text "NEDA" to 741741

1-800-931-2237

Amaze.org - AMAZE harnesses the power of digital media to provide young adolescents around the globe with medically accurate, age-appropriate, affirming, and honest sex education they can access directly online—regardless of where they live or what school they attend.

info@amaze.org

Self-Injury Hotline

1-800-DONT-CUT (366-8288)

Legal Services

National Network for Youth Vital Document Legal Hotline - Youth struggling with homelessness may need legal advice to understand their options in obtaining vital documents. This national hotline for youth can provide resources and assistance in obtaining: State ID cards and licenses, Birth certificates, Social Security cards and Documents needed to get an ID/license

833-743-4343

Understanding Consent RAINN - Consent is an agreement between participants to engage in sexual activity. When you’re engaging in sexual activity, consent is about communication—and it should happen every time. The laws about consent vary by state and situation, but you don’t have to be a legal expert to understand how consent plays out in real life.

800-656-4673

Mental Health

NAMI How to Ask for Help Video - If you are struggling with your thoughts or feelings, it’s important to tell someone you trust. Here are some helpful tips on how to start the conversation.

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Mental Health Literacy - Support for students in a variety of topics.

403-955-8467

Girls Health.gov - The "Your Feelings" section of this website offers guidance to teenage girls on recognizing a mental health problem, getting help, and talking to parents. Must be 13 years old to call, Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., CST

800-994-9662

Addiction

National Drug Helpline for Teens - 24/7 Helpline for substance use and related problems.

844-289-0879

Fight the New Drug - Pornography abuse support and resources. Need to talk to us? 9am-5pm MST | Mon.-Fri.

385-404-8811

Additional Resources

Youth for Human Rights - This simplified version of the 30 Articles of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights has been created especially for young people.

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