Khan’s Youth Emergency Housing Program (Khan-Yeh)
Empower youths experiencing homelessness to become housing secure, employed, and self-sufficient by providing a safe environment for them to thrive.
Khan’s Youth Emergency Housing Program (Khan-Yeh)
Khan’s Youth Emergency Housing Program (Khan-Yeh) is a non-profit organization that supports youth experiencing homelessness by providing integrated systems of care for youth between the ages of 16 to 24 who are exiting the probationary system, exiting foster care, and, or who are housing, food, and employment insecure, and, or youth fleeing discriminatory, unstable, and, or unsafe home environments.
The emergency housing program bridges a critical gap by providing a continuum of care to youths experiencing homelessness with housing/focused supportive services that adhere to Housing First, Low Barrier, Harm Reduction and Trauma Informed Care Approaches.
The services provided by Khan-Yeh support youth experiencing homelessness through a robust continuum of care that address their housing instability, education and employment insecurities, mental health and wellness, and psychosocial well-being.
The goal of our program is to empower youths experiencing homelessness to become housing secure, employed, and self-sufficient by providing a safe environment for them to thrive.
Housing
Emergency Shelter (up to 90 days)
Khan-Yeh’s is operated by staff who are trained in Harm Reduction, Trauma Informed Care, Crisis Prevention Intervention, Housing First Model, Motivational Interviewing and Problem-Solving. The site is open 24:7 and managed by staff and security.
The youth are provided with two hot meals and access to cold entrees and snacks/beverages 24:7. Food is handled by a staff with a SafeServ Certification and the program adheres to all LACDPH safety guidelines. The site has a fully operation kitchen where youths can cook and store personal food items. The kitchen comes equipped with a microwave, coffeemaker, blender, pots/pans and baking sheets, cutlery, flatware, and dishes. Youths have access to seasonings and other essential items needed to make nutritious meals.
Youths are provided with new bedding, towels, and a welcome bag filled with essential toiletries upon entry to the program.
Education and Employment
Khan-Yeh’s Education and Employment Program is focused on job readiness preparation and career exploration, such as how to apply, sustain and grow within your job. We also provide support obtaining employment uniforms, certifications, and paid opportunities in the various fields.
Education Program
Khan-Yeh’s Education Program offers skills and tools to reach your goals through group or individual learning. Staff in the Education Program provide 1:1 counseling and coaching, workshops, programs and much more.
Education Services:
GED/High School Referrals
Tutoring
Computer Lab + Office Hours
Education Program Assistance (Fees + Books)
Mentorship programs referrals
Post-Secondary Education (Trade and 2-4 yr)
Technology Assistance Aid
1:1 Counseling and Coaching with a Specialist:
Financial Aid Application
College Application Completion
Tuition Fee Waivers
Personal Finances Support
Scholarships
Student Support & Navigating College
Employment Services:
Training Certification Assistance
Job Placement Assistance
Resume Building
Technology Assistance Aid
Internship Opportunities
Uniform Assistance
1:1 Counseling and Coaching with a Specialist:
Job Search and Career Exploration
Mock Interviewing
Workplace Conflict Support
Resume and Cover Letter Building
Unemployment and Disability Application Support (EDD)
Case Management
Khan-Yeh’s Case Management works with youth 1:1 to develop individualized Housing and Service plans that address short and long-term goals towards housing stability. This includes connections to available housing, applying for identification documents and/or health benefits, assistance with family reunification, and connections to drug rehabilitation, mental health services, and employment support.
Khan-Yeh’s Case Management team works with each individual to determine the best type of available housing to fit their short-term and long-term needs. This includes emergency shelter, bridge housing, host homes, and permanent supportive housing (section 8 housing, housing for former foster youth, housing for health, and rapid rehousing)
Funded through City of Los Angeles and Los Angeles County, the Rapid Re-housing program provides move-in assistance and short-term rental subsidies for youth who have relatively few barriers to self-sufficiency.
Family Reunification is a part of our Case Management services, providing an opportunity for youth experiencing homelessness, ages 16-24, to return home to a safe, supportive environment. Our Case Management team works one-on-one with individual youth and their families to establish safe and appropriate reunification by counseling the young person and their family to address the problems that caused them to leave home. The goal of this strengths-based approach is to improve the youth’s home-life situation so they can return to a supportive environment. Once the reconnection has been made, we determine a course of action, including travel logistics, resources within the community they are returning to, and a follow-up plan once the young person is reunified with their family or supportive adult.
Housing Navigation
Khan-Yeh’s Case Manager will provide youths with 1:1 weekly housing-focused supportive services, such as voucher application assistance, seeking housing resources, and assistance with the application and move-in process.
Healing Arts Program and Garden Program
Khan-Yeh’s Healing Arts Program offers the opportunity to participate in arts-based workshops! There are art supplies available for use. It also provides education on how to cultivate fresh produce to use to facilitate healthy eating habits
Opportunities with the Healing Art Program:
Sell your fine art and jewelry
Painting and Creative Writing
Graphic Design
Yoga and Dance
Youth Empowerment Program (YEP)
Khan-Yeh’s (YEP) focuses on developing youth leaders through positive youth development and healing centered activities. Participate in life skills and leadership workshops.
Group Activities:
Fun and engaging activities/ events that promote positive wellbeing.
Outdoor Program Fieldtrips and Activities
Health and Wellness Program
Providing healthy meals and snacks, fitness activities, community service activities, and opportunities like stress management techniques, healthy lifestyle workshops, and social events.