Independence Place | Ywca Greater Cleveland

Operates a 23-unit supportive housing residential facility for young adults who have aged out of foster care. Residents have the opportunity to participate in classes that teach parenting skills, job readiness, and independent living skills as they work toward self-sufficiency. The facility also offers a community room, laundry room and an exercise room. Units are furnished efficiency apartments.

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211 Cleveland

Physical Address

4019 Prospect Ave., Cleveland, OH 44103

Hours

24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

Fax

(216) 881-4564

Application process

Phone for information M-F: 8:30am-5:00pm. Application forms are available on site.

Fee

Residents are required to pay a percentage of income toward rent. Percentage varies according to the needs of the resident.

Eligibility

Young adults, age 18 through 24, who reside in Cuyahoga County. Preference is given to former foster youth. Can accommodate those with 1 child through age 5. Must be homeless and diagnosed with a disability (this can be a mental or physical disability, drug abuse, or HIV).

Service area

Cuyahoga County, Ohio

Agency info

Ywca Greater Cleveland

Provides community services and resources that encourage emotional and physical well-being for at-risk youth in low income areas, racial justice initiatives to make a positive impact on community and workplace environments, and professional development initiatives for women in leadership positions to achieve greater success. Also provides permanent supportive housing for transition aged youth. Works to empower women and eliminate racism. Provides Trauma Informed Early Learning Services to Homeless Children and children experiencing trauma