WALKABOUT | FAMILY AND CHILDREN'S ASSOCIATION
155 Guy Lombardo Avenue, Freeport, NY 11520
Eligibility
Males and females ages 16-20. 24 hour number (516)379-8251. Runaway hotline: (516)679-1111.
Required documents
Agency prefers that client call for details.
(516) 221-1310
Voice
Application process
Prospective residents may be accepted into the house after being interviewed by Walkabout staff
The screening includes interview, explanation of program rules and requirements and a tour of the Walkabout facility.
A referral to the house can be made by a family member, by the young person or by an interested professional.
A referral can be made by calling the Program Coordinator at (516)379-8251, Monday through Friday.
Fees
Walkabout for Young Men and Women is funded by the NYS Office of Children and Family Services, NYS Department of Health and Human Services, Nassau County Youth Board, Nassau County Department of Housing and private contributions from concerned individuals and the business community.
Service area
Suffolk, NY
Nassau, NY
A residential Transitional Living Program (TLP) providing case management for formerly homeless youth, preparing them for independent living.
Providing organization
FAMILY AND CHILDREN'S ASSOCIATION