Epworth Children And Family Services

110 N Elm Ave. Webster Groves, MO 63119 www.epworth.org 314-918-3301 or 314-961-5718 (Check) Comprehensive treatment programs, including residential, outreach, foster care case management, independent living options, and more. The FAMILY SUPPORT NETWORK offers free weekly, in-home family therapy to families parenting children 13 and younger (or under 18 if the child has a qualifying disability). ​ Residential and Intensive Treatment. Serves youth ages 11 to 18 who are experiencing an emotional, mental or behavioral crisis. Foster care and transitional housing. Outreach program: 314-222-4877.

http://www.epworth.org/programs/aging-out/ 314-222-4877 For: Youth who have transitioned out of foster care can receive case management, employment and educational services until age 25

EPWORTH’S YOUTH DROP-IN CENTER/Street Outreach 36. Resources for Youth 7520 Natural Bridge Rd. Normandy 63121 www.epworth.org Office: 314-222-4877 Outreach: 314-952-8689 Mon-Thur 12pm-5pm; Friday 1pm-5pm, and some evenings.
Services: Laundry and shower facilities; safer sex kits and life skills classes, nutrition, clothing and hygiene items; computer work stations; access to community resources such as healthcare, legal aid, and birth certificate and ID voucher assistance; recreational activities, and support for LGBTQ youth and allies with monthly support group(s). Youth ages 21 to 24 can access intensive case management by appointment or when in crisis. Case Managers are available to assist with locating shelter and referrals for housing.

24-hour Crisis Hotline: 314-727-6294 or 800-899-KIDS (5437) Ages 18-24 in crisis; couch hopping; literally homeless Ages 11-20 that are at risk of homelessness or are homeless.

Epworth LGBTQI* group https://www.epworth.org/services/lgbtqi/

• The Epworth LGBTQI+ Group provides support and resources to LGBTQI+ youth through education and experience sharing.
• Epworth LGBTQI+ Group provides a safe, non-judgmental space where youth who identify as LGBTQI+ and Allies come together to learn, grow, gain self-confidence, build community, and receive critical support on their life’s journey. The group is open to youth ages 14 through 20 who currently participate in Epworth programming and meets on a monthly basis. Facilitated by highly trained Epworth team members, the group explores issues related to gender identity and expression and takes part in presentations and conversations led by LGBTQI+ educators and health experts. Generous support and resources to sustain the group are provided by local businesses, churches, and individual benefactors.
• Epworth LGBTQI+ Group is held on the first Thursday of each month from 6:00 – 8:00 PM, currently online via the Zoom platform.

In July 2024 Epworth staff completed 3 trans competency trainings with Trans Housing Initiative St. Louis (THISTL).