New York RHY Agencies
Join the Safe Shelter Collaborative
The Office of Children and Family Services (OCFS) is excited to announce that agencies that support runaway and homeless youth (RHY) in New York are applying to be members of the Safe Shelter Collaborative. RHY agencies will soon be finding shelter for youth in need using the technology service. Read more on how to join!
To-Dos for NY Agencies
Watch the video below to learn about the program
Get help at: support
@safesheltercollaborative.org
Apply for
the program
Submit your application today.
After applying, review and return the Participant Agreement
Questions? Get answers during Office Hours
Sign up for a 15 minute appointment that works for you.
Watch this video about the program
Watch this short video to get an overview of how the Safe Shelter Collaborative works for agencies across the U.S.
Visit the learn more page and browse this site for more information about the program.
Support, Always!
We are eager to help answer any questions, provide resources, or listen to feedback about the Safe Shelter Collaborative. You can reach us at support@safesheltercollaborative.org
Key people who are collaborating to support the Safe Shelter Collaborative
Supporting RHY agencies:
Will Otieno
Program Manager
Bureau of Youth Development and
Well-Being
Division of Youth Development and Partnerships for Success William.Otieno@ocfs.ny.gov
Robin Gilbert
Youth Development Specialist
Bureau of Health & Well-Being
Division of Youth Development and Partnerships for Success Robin.Gilbert@ocfs.ny.gov
Catherine Johnson, Caravan Studios
Supporting the
Safe Shelter
Collaborative: