Youth Homelessness Outreach Prevention Education Month
Commemorating 50 Years of the
Runaway and Homeless Youth Act
September 7, 2024, marks a significant occasion—the 50th anniversary of the Runaway and Homeless Youth Act (RHYA). As we celebrate this milestone, we reflect on the impactful actions and lasting legacy of the RHYA on the lives of youth experiencing homelessness.
The RHYA is one of the most transformative laws enacted by Congress, and it requires our continued support and investment. Research shows a critical truth: the longer a young person experiences homelessness, the more difficult it becomes for them to break free from it.
We have the ability to provide services based on a philosophy that prioritizes youth, empowering them to develop life skills, complete their education, and become self-sufficient contributors to society. The RHYA was established with substantial input from advocates in the field and has maintained strong support throughout its remarkable 50-year history.
TYFS has been a pioneering force in the fight against youth homelessness since it began as one of the original pilot programs in 1974. This program is essential to our community and deserves both celebration and unwavering support.
Commemorating 50 Years of the
Runaway and Homeless Youth Act
September 7, 2024, marks a significant occasion—the 50th anniversary of the Runaway and Homeless Youth Act (RHYA). As we celebrate this milestone, we reflect on the impactful actions and lasting legacy of the RHYA on the lives of youth experiencing homelessness.
The RHYA is one of the most transformative laws enacted by Congress, and it requires our continued support and investment. Research shows a critical truth: the longer a young person experiences homelessness, the more difficult it becomes for them to break free from it.
We have the ability to provide services based on a philosophy that prioritizes youth, empowering them to develop life skills, complete their education, and become self-sufficient contributors to society. The RHYA was established with substantial input from advocates in the field and has maintained strong support throughout its remarkable 50-year history.
TYFS has been a pioneering force in the fight against youth homelessness since it began as one of the original pilot programs in 1974. This program is essential to our community and deserves both celebration and unwavering support.
Our community will be stronger together if we,
take our own mental and physical health seriously
and make it a priority!
take our own mental and physical health seriously
and make it a priority!
Office Closure Notice
We would like to inform you that our offices will be closed on
-Tuesday, December 24th Christmas Eve.
-Wednesday, December 25th Christmas Day.
-Tuesday, December 31st New Year's Eve.
-Wednesday, January 1st New Year's Day.
We apologize for the inconvenience!
La oficina de Tahoe Youth and Family Services estará cerrado
-Martes, 24 de Diciembre Noche Buena.
-Miércoles, 25 de Diciembre Día de Navidad.
-Martes, 31 de Diciembre Último Dia de Año.
-Miércoles, 1 de Enero Día de Año Nuevo.
Pedimos disculpas por cualquier inconveniencia!
We would like to inform you that our offices will be closed on
-Tuesday, December 24th Christmas Eve.
-Wednesday, December 25th Christmas Day.
-Tuesday, December 31st New Year's Eve.
-Wednesday, January 1st New Year's Day.
We apologize for the inconvenience!
La oficina de Tahoe Youth and Family Services estará cerrado
-Martes, 24 de Diciembre Noche Buena.
-Miércoles, 25 de Diciembre Día de Navidad.
-Martes, 31 de Diciembre Último Dia de Año.
-Miércoles, 1 de Enero Día de Año Nuevo.
Pedimos disculpas por cualquier inconveniencia!
About Us
Our Staff & BoardTahoe Youth & Family Services staff and Board of Directors are caring and dedicated to helping the two communities served by our organization.
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Our HistoryTahoe Youth & Family Services is a non-profit organization that has been serving youth and families in the South Lake Tahoe community since 1971 and Douglas County, Nevada since 2008.
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Our MissionTo promote the healthy development of children, families, and individuals through counseling and support programs.
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South Lake Tahoe Office
Tahoe Youth & Family Services-CA
1021 Fremont Avenue, South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150
Phone: (530) 541-2445
Fax: (530) 541-0517
Hours
Our office is open from Tuesday through Friday
9 am to 5 pm
Closed from 12 pm to 1 pm for lunch, and on all legal holidays.
1021 Fremont Avenue, South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150
Phone: (530) 541-2445
Fax: (530) 541-0517
Hours
Our office is open from Tuesday through Friday
9 am to 5 pm
Closed from 12 pm to 1 pm for lunch, and on all legal holidays.
Gardnerville Office
Tahoe Youth & Family Services-NV
1512 US HWY 395 N, Ste #3. Gardnerville NV 89410
Phone: (775) 782-4202
Fax: (775) 782-5055
Hours
Our office is open from Monday through Thursday
9 am to 5 pm
Closed from 12 pm to 1 pm for lunch, and on all legal holidays.
1512 US HWY 395 N, Ste #3. Gardnerville NV 89410
Phone: (775) 782-4202
Fax: (775) 782-5055
Hours
Our office is open from Monday through Thursday
9 am to 5 pm
Closed from 12 pm to 1 pm for lunch, and on all legal holidays.
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TYFS' Core Values
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INTEGRITY
With respect, honesty, and trust, we place immense value on integrity. Integrity includes responsibility to ourselves, our jobs, and our clients, and transparency in all our work, while maintaining client confidentiality. Integrity comes naturally with mindful, heartfelt, and effortless passion. |
COMMUNITY
Through collaboration and support, we promote inclusiveness and encourage a family-focused environment where all feel safe and supported.
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LEADERSHIP
Our leaders are committed to our mission and values, foster empowerment of others, and serve as role models and mentors. We build courage, strength, compassion, and resiliency in our clients, their families, and our own communities |
EXCELLENCE
We strive to be excellent in our daily lives, as an organization, and our fiscal stewardship. We work to be positive influences for our colleagues, our clients and within our community; we create a pleasant, enriching atmosphere. |