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Offers community education services to youth, parents, educators, and the public. The Annex provides two options, in person or virtual, for presentations to ensure everyone has access to vital sexual health education. Other topics include:- Birth control methods- Consent- Gender identity and sexual orientation- Healthy relationships and communication- Mental health 101- Professional development trainings and workshops- Puberty and anatomy- Sexual decision making- Sexual exploitation- Sexually Transmitted Infection (STI) prevention, and other presentations

HIV Education and Support Services for Youth:- Case Management: Offers support and referrals to community resources for HIV+ youth ages 13 - 30 and their families- Free HIV testing for all ages- Group Education and Consultation: Provides education and training to professionals, community members, and schools about AIDS and HIV-related health issues in individuals who identify as LGBTQ+ youth- HIV prevention, sexual health education and counseling for young men and women ages 13 - 30 and high-risk people of any age who report having sexual and needle-sharing partners between the ages of 13 - 30

Coordinates victim-centered resources and services for sexually exploited youth (SEY) and serves as a central resource for community members, business providers, and law enforcement.- Case management- Creates a system of coordinated care and assists with protocol development- Provides training and technical assistance

Advocacy Services: ?- The center advocates in areas of civil and human rights, employment/disability benefits, housing, transportation, and on the state, local, and federal levelsEquipment Loaner Closet: - Loans a range of home medical equipment, including wheelchairs, walkers, power chairs, canes, transfer benches, raised toilet seats, and more. Equipment is available on a first-come, first-served basis and will hold equipment for 24 hours.- Swap Shop: A self-directed equipment listing available for persons shopping/looking for used equipment.Information and Referral:- Up-to-date disability information and referrals to various agencies and individuals within the region- Other Services: Includes disability benefits application assistance, housing assistance, emergency disaster preparedness plan, and moreNursing Facility Transition:- Assist individuals living with a disability to identify in transition from nursing facilities and other institutions into community settings to prevent institutionalizationPeer Support:- Assists individuals living with a disability to identify goals and work to create a unique plan to achieve those goals- Match interested consumers with a peer mentor who provides support, problem-solving, social skills, and morePersonal Assistance:- Offer skills instruction curriculum for individuals living with a disability, the fundamentals of managing their personal attendant care, including how to hire, manage, and moreRecreational Groups:- Holds various events for individuals with a disability or a health condition to meet and socialize with others through dances, parties, picnics, and outingsStaying and Aging in Place/Accessibility Assistance:- Offers accessible modification assistance and accessibility assessments for homes and businesses for safe access and increased independence in people's homes and businessesSupport Groups:- Various support groups are available to individuals who want to learn more about their particular disability, want peer support, or first-hand information on how to manage their disability. Some support groups are directly coordinated by Options, and others are independent.Youth Transition Services:- Assist youth ages 14 - 22 years who are transitioning from high school into the next phase of their life with learning the skills necessary and acquiring the resources needed to be successful

Coordinates victim-centered resources and services for sexually exploited youth (SEY) and serves as a central resource for community members, business providers, and law enforcement.- Case management- Creates a system of coordinated care and assists with protocol development- Provides training and technical assistance

The Futures Education Program provides individual support for at-risk students who are:Completing their high school education or GED:- Via an online GED course and GED fee payment assistance- Help with enrolling or transferring schools, including paperwork- Individualized tutoring with an Education Case ManagerEntering college:- Applying for financial aid- College applications- Ongoing support, tutoring, and educational advice- Setting up meetings with advisers, college tours - Obtaining school suppliesOn-site licensed teachers at Life House provide:- Academic skills assessments- Tutoring- Support to ensure at-risk students are successful in their educational pursuits

Coordinates victim-centered resources and services for sexually exploited youth (SEY) and serves as a central resource for community members, business providers, and law enforcement.- Case management- Creates a system of coordinated care and assists with protocol development- Provides training and technical assistance

Advocacy Services: ?- The center advocates in areas of civil and human rights, employment/disability benefits, housing, transportation, and on the state, local, and federal levelsEquipment Loaner Closet: - Loans a range of home medical equipment, including wheelchairs, walkers, power chairs, canes, transfer benches, raised toilet seats, and more. Equipment is available on a first-come, first-served basis and will hold equipment for 24 hours.- Swap Shop: A self-directed equipment listing available for persons shopping/looking for used equipment.Information and Referral:- Up-to-date disability information and referrals to various agencies and individuals within the region- Other Services: Includes disability benefits application assistance, housing assistance, emergency disaster preparedness plan, and moreNursing Facility Transition:- Assist individuals living with a disability to identify in transition from nursing facilities and other institutions into community settings to prevent institutionalizationPeer Support:- Assists individuals living with a disability to identify goals and work to create a unique plan to achieve those goals- Match interested consumers with a peer mentor who provides support, problem-solving, social skills, and morePersonal Assistance:- Offer skills instruction curriculum for individuals living with a disability, the fundamentals of managing their personal attendant care, including how to hire, manage, and moreRecreational Groups:- Holds various events for individuals with a disability or a health condition to meet and socialize with others through dances, parties, picnics, and outingsStaying and Aging in Place/Accessibility Assistance:- Offers accessible modification assistance and accessibility assessments for homes and businesses for safe access and increased independence in people's homes and businessesSupport Groups:- Various support groups are available to individuals who want to learn more about their particular disability, want peer support, or first-hand information on how to manage their disability. Some support groups are directly coordinated by Options, and others are independent.Youth Transition Services:- Assist youth ages 14 - 22 years who are transitioning from high school into the next phase of their life with learning the skills necessary and acquiring the resources needed to be successful

Coordinates victim-centered resources and services for sexually exploited youth (SEY) and serves as a central resource for community members, business providers, and law enforcement.- Case management- Creates a system of coordinated care and assists with protocol development- Provides training and technical assistance

Provides mental health and substance abuse services, and assistance connecting to community health resourcesProfessional mental health services provided include:- Case management- Crisis intervention- Individual counseling- Mental health assessments- Peer support groups- Substance abuse assessments- Treatment planning and coordination

Coordinates victim-centered resources and services for sexually exploited youth (SEY) and serves as a central resource for community members, business providers, and law enforcement.- Case management- Creates a system of coordinated care and assists with protocol development- Provides training and technical assistance

Provides support for homeless and street youth seeking help in:- Preparing for employment (resume building)- Increasing their earned income- Participating in long-term career planningThe program offers:- Individualized job placement and support- On-site paid work readiness (Legitimate Hustle Program) teaching entrepreneurship and business skills

Provides case management services for those with chronic mental health conditions