National Runway Safeline
Claimed
In Operation
Description
Confidential, 24/7 crisis intervention for runaway and homeless youth and their families via phone, chat, email, text, and bulletin board. Referrals, conference calling with a parent upon youth's request, conflict mediation, and information hotline.
Free bus tickets home to family or shelter for qualified youth ages 12-21. Call or text 1-800-RUNAWAY (786-2929) or visit www.1800runaway.org
Contact Information
Hotline
3141B N. Lincoln Ave.
Chicago, IL 60657
Main
Regular Hours
24/7
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Detailed Resource Information
Populations Prioritized
Age
Youth (13-18)
Adults (19-64)
Children (0-12)
Housing Status
Unhoused
Locations Served
Geographically Bound
No
Locations Served Notes
United States
State
National
Identity Affirming Vetting Policies
Sexual Orientation Affirming Policies
Has Confidentiality Policies around Sexual Orientation
Has Anti-Discrimination Policies around Sexual Orientation
Has Anti-Harassment Policies around Sexual Orientation
Uses Intake Paperwork with Inclusive Language for Sexual Orientation
Staff is Trained in LGBTQIA+ Issues
Curriculum or Content Includes LGBTQIA+ Perspectives
Service & Outreach Policies Promote Sexuality Diversity Among Clientele
Hiring Policies Promote Sexuality Diversity Among Staff
Gender Identity Affirming Policies
Has Confidentiality Policies around Gender Identity & Gender Expression
Has Anti-Discrimination Policies around Gender Identity & Gender Expression
Has Anti-Harassment Policies around Gender Identity & Gender Expression
Dress Code Includes Diverse Gender Expressions
Asks For & Respects People's Pronouns
Uses Intake Paperwork with Inclusive Language for Gender & Pronouns
Offers Gender-Neutral Bathrooms, Single Stall Bathrooms, or Private Changing Areas
Staff is Trained in Trans Issues
People Can Use Bathrooms Aligned with Their Gender Identity
Uses Gender-Inclusive Language in Daily Communications
Curriculum or Content Includes Trans Perspectives
Supports Gender-Affirming Self-Care Rituals (e.g. Binding, Tucking, Packing)
Service & Outreach Policies Promote Gender Diversity Among Clientele
Hiring Policies Promote Gender Diversity Among Staff
Immigrant Affirming Policies
Has Confidentiality Policies around Citizenship & Immigration Status
Has Anti-Discrimination Policies around Citizenship & Immigration Status
Has Anti-Harassment Policies around Citizenship & Immigration Status
Works With Undocumented Immigrants Without Involving Institutional Authorities
Dress Code Includes Diverse Cultural Expressions
Uses Intake Paperwork with Inclusive Language for Citizenship & Immigration Status
Staff is Trained in Immigration Issues
Uses Immigrant-Inclusive Language in Daily Communications
Curriculum or Content Includes Immigrant Perspectives
Service & Outreach Policies Promote Citizenship & Immigration Status Diversity
Blackbipoc Affirming Policies
Has Anti-Discrimination Policies around Race & Ethnicity
Has Anti-Harassment Policies around Race & Ethnicity
Works With Black & Brown People Without Involving Institutional Authorities
Dress Code Includes Diverse Racial & Ethnic Norms
Staff is Trained in Race & Ethnicity Issues
Uses Intake Paperwork with Inclusive Language for Race & Ethnicity
Uses Black/BIPOC-Inclusive Language in Daily Communications
Curriculum or Content Includes Black/BIPOC Perspectives
Service & Outreach Policies Promote Racial & Ethnic Diversity Among Clientele
Hiring Policies Promote Racial & Ethnic Diversity Among Staff
Other Accessibility Factors
Covid Guidelines Masking Policy
Does not require masking
Covid Guidelines Social Distancing
No social distancing policy
Ways To Access Resource
Virtual Option(s) Available
Primarily Over-the-Phone
Cost
Free
Payment Or Insurance Accepted
No insurance or other funding accepted
Language Interpretation Offered
American Sign Language (ASL)
Arabic
Bosnian/Serbian/Croatian
Cantonese
English
Hindi
Mandarin/Chinese
Spanish
Vietnamese
Language Translation Offered
Arabic
Bosnian/Serbian/Croatian
Cantonese
English
Hindi
Mandarin/Chinese
Spanish
Vietnamese
Documentation Required Notes
Documentation (ID or equivalent) is only required when youth use our Home Free program. All other services do not require documentation from clients.
Confidentiality
HIPAA compliant
Accessible To Wheelchairs Mobility Devices
Hands Required to Open Doors
Bathrooms
Bathrooms not available
Caretaker Accommodations
No caretaker accommodations
Other Conditions For Accessing Service Notes
No services at site for clients.
Availability Notes
All services are via phone, chat, text, email or bulletin board.
Also Listed By
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SQSHBook is a program led by the St. Louis Queer+ Support Helpline (SQSH)
SQSH is a grassroots, queer-led collective dedicated to facilitating healing spaces and providing holistic support for queer St. Louisans to thrive.
Our Peer Support Helpline is open
Friday through Monday, 1:00-7:00 PM CT
Local:
Toll-Free:
4220 Duncan Ave, Suite 201
St. Louis, MO 63110
