As part of a longstanding collaboration between the Visiting Nurse Association (VNA) and YES, Bridget provides medical care at our Street Outreach Center—ensuring her interactions with clients remain impactful.

This month, Youth Emergency Services (YES) is excited to celebrate National Safe Place Week, March 16-22! As an affiliate of the National Safe Place Network, YES brings youth in crisis to the safety of our Emergency Shelter.

In our efforts to create a community where every young person can thrive independently, YES asks you to join us in amplifying Black voices, stories, and experiences throughout Black History Month and beyond.

Love is an action—this is Jamene’s guiding principle when it comes to her work with Youth Emergency Services (YES). As the organization’s Street Outreach Lead, Jamene gets to show her love through action every day at YES’ Street Outreach Center.

In January, Youth Emergency Services recognizes Human Trafficking Prevention Month. Through collective education, advocacy, and support, we can put an end to human trafficking and abuse.

As the Outreach Case Manager for YES, Amira’s role is a mix of hands-on care and strategic support. Her day-to-day extends beyond surface-level care—as does her approach to connecting with youth.

2024 marks 50 years of impact Youth Emergency Services (YES)— a very special milestone for our organization! Driven by our mission, YES has empowered Omaha’s young people to thrive in independence for half a century.

As Director of Operations for Youth Emergency Services (YES), Erika connects all aspects of our organization in one role. Her day-to-day work with YES spans as much as her passion for our mission.

Youth Emergency Services (YES) is recognizing National Homeless Youth Awareness Month for November. Show your support for YES’ homeless youth in a number of ways!

In her 20-plus years with Youth Emergency Services as a Resident Specialist, Regina has more than made a difference—she has changed lives.

August is a busy month for Youth Emergency Services, as we gear up for several community events—including our annual Golf Outing, and, of course, the Dance for a Chance fundraiser!

Youth Emergency Services’ (YES) annual Dance for a Chance fundraiser, “50 Years of YES,” will see several dynamic members of the Omaha community compete through carefully crafted dance routines. Shall we meet them?

Youth Emergency Services (YES) is thrilled to announce its annual Dance for a Chance fundraiser, “50 Years of YES,” is taking place on October 17, 2024, at The Astro in La Vista.

Alyssa Lutz, now the Philanthropy Manager of Youth Emergency Services (YES), understands the struggles of homelessness firsthand. In fact, it is what most compelled her to work with YES.

July is BIPOC Mental Health Month, and at YES, we are committed to providing mental health resources to all the youth in our programs—many of whom identify as BIPOC.

There may not be one pathway to homelessness. With your support, YES can bring Omaha’s youth to one home. I ask you to please consider making a donation to our agency today!

At Youth Emergency Services (YES), we meet youth where they are. Our Housing Case Manager, Annaye, ensures this. In fact, that’s how she describes her role at YES.

May is Mental Health Awareness Month! Practicing good mental health habits benefits ourselves and models self-care and self-sufficiency to those around us, including YES’ youth.

For 15 years, Pattie has experienced firsthand how YES reaches and inspires young people, even finding inspiration for herself from the youth we help.