THE CRIB Transitional Youth Home and Emergency Shelter Inc.
Through Healing Environments, Cultivate Resilience & Ignite Belief
At-Risk Youth In Central Arkansas
Youth who are at risk for homelessness in Central Arkansas face a variety of challenges, including poverty, exploitation, unstable housing, limited access to health resources, and difficulties within the education and justice systems. These factors make it harder for young people to succeed and transition into stable adulthood.
Many youth also experience added stress due to their upbringing in foster care or placement facilities. In some cases, these facilities struggle with staffing and providing consistent care. As a result, young people often lack essential life skills and are unprepared to navigate this critical stage of life without proper guidance.
In response, THE CRIB Transitional Youth Home and Emergency Shelter Inc. is working to meet these needs by offering individualized mentoring, life skills training, housing, and career/educational pathway guidance.
Stand with THE CRIB in the fight against youth homelessness and become a part of the solution!
Our Mission
At THE CRIB, we provide a safe and supportive transitional home and emergency shelter for young adults ages 18–24 who have aged out of foster care or are at risk of homelessness. We stand with them as they navigate the challenges of adulthood—offering compassionate care, life skills development, and space for mental, physical, and emotional growth.
We believe in the power of healing, resilience, and self-determination. True to our name, THE CRIB means: Through Healing Environments, Cultivate Resilience, and Ignite Belief—because every young person deserves the chance to build a stable, empowered future!
We Offer
Mentorship & Support
THE CRIB Transitional Youth Home and Emergency Shelter Inc. is committed to empowering young adults ages 18–24 through structured mentorship and compassionate support. The organization provides each resident with a dedicated mentor or case manager who offers guidance in education, employment, life skills, and emotional well-being. Through individualized support plans, group workshops, and peer mentorship opportunities, THE CRIB fosters personal growth, self-sufficiency, and long-term stability, ensuring every young person has the tools and encouragement needed to thrive beyond crisis.
Life Skills Training
THE CRIB Transitional Youth Home and Emergency Shelter Inc. is dedicated to equipping young adults aged 18–24 with essential life skills to foster independence and long-term stability. The organization offers structured training in areas such as financial literacy, meal preparation, home maintenance, and job readiness. These programs are integrated into daily routines, allowing residents to practice and refine their skills in a supportive environment.
By focusing on practical, hands-on learning, THE CRIB empowers young adults to confidently navigate the responsibilities of independent living.
Shelter
THE CRIB Transitional Youth Home and Emergency Shelter Inc. is dedicated to providing young adults aged 18–24 with a secure, welcoming environment during times of crisis. The facility offers a quiet dormitory with beds, multiple private bathrooms and showers, and a dedicated dining area, ensuring guests have access to essential amenities in a dignified setting. Designed with safety and inclusivity in mind, the shelter features a private entrance and communal spaces that promote both privacy and community engagement. Staffed by trained professionals, THE CRIB not only offers immediate shelter but also fosters a supportive atmosphere where young adults can begin their journey toward stability and independence.
