FOSTER, PROBATION, OR HOMELESS TEEN/YOUNG ADULT (15-24) SERVICES - ENCOMPASS TRANSITION AGE YOUTH (TAY) PROGRAM | ENCOMPASS COMMUNITY SERVICES

FOSTER, PROBATION, OR HOMELESS TEEN/YOUNG ADULT (15-24) SERVICES - ENCOMPASS TRANSITION AGE YOUTH (TAY) PROGRAM

120 Dubois Street, Suite A, Santa Cruz, CA 95060

Eligibility

Former or current Foster Care/probation placement, or un-housed youth (age 15-24)

Hours

The Thrive Hive is open for drop-in hours M-Th 12:30-5:30pm. Friday only by appointment.

(888) 971-7195

Fax

(831) 226-3536

Voice

Websitehttps://www.encompasscs.org/transition_age_youth

Email[email protected]

Languages

English, Spanish

Application process

Call for an appointment, Visit during program hours

Fees

No fee

Service area

Santa Cruz County, California

We provide resources and services to empower youth ages 15-24 who have or have had experiences with foster care placement, juvenile justice, homelessness/housing instability, or trauma related to being a victim of a crime. TAY also offers counseling, skills building, a drop-in resource center, and subsidized supportive housing. Behavioral & Mental Health Services. Stress Busters: Mental Healthcare, Mindfulness Practices, Supportive Relationships

Last assured

02/26/2026

What's Here

Rapid Re-Housing Programs Vocational/Trade High Schools Public Showers/Baths Employment Related Advocacy Groups Runaway/Homeless Youth Counseling General Education Advocacy Employment Discrimination Assistance Life Skills Education Youth Employment Programs Transitional Housing/Shelter Laundry Facilities Congregate Meals/Nutrition Sites Homeless Employment Programs Return to Education Support Drug Use Disorder Education/Prevention Life Care Planning Employment Preparation Employment/Retirement Related Support Groups Adolescent/Youth Counseling Housing Counseling General Counseling Services Independent Living Skills Instruction Youth Centers Children's Clothing Education Advocacy Groups General Addictions/Substance Use Disorder Support Groups Continuing Education Ex-Offender Employment Programs Alcohol Use Disorder Education/Prevention Stress Management Housing Advocacy Groups

Providing organization

ENCOMPASS COMMUNITY SERVICES

Encompass is the largest nonprofit health and human services organization in Santa Cruz County, providing mental health, housing support, early education, and substance use recovery services to youth, families, and adults for over 50 years. These homes provide affordable and comfortable living for individuals and families.