The RAVEN Project Drop-in Center

Young people in Eureka, California who are living on the streets or without stable housing can explore support through the RAVEN Project. Part of Redwood Community Action Agency’s Youth Service Bureau, RAVEN is a youth-led drop-in program. The agency’s linked brochure identifies the program for ages 16–24; someone near an age boundary should ask staff whether the program is appropriate before relying on it.

A drop-in center differs from a residential shelter. RAVEN provides a setting for accessing support during visits, but this listing does not establish an overnight bed or a residential placement. The Youth Service Bureau operates other programs, and their contact arrangements or availability should not be assumed to apply to this location. Keeping those programs distinct helps visitors choose the right starting point for the help they need.

Alongside practical assistance, the provider describes opportunities for peer connection and creative participation, including youth-made publications. Its groups can change, so an activity mentioned online should not be treated as a confirmed event for a particular visit. Youth Service Bureau services are described as free of charge. Contact RAVEN for current participation and access information, especially where the published schedule is unclear. The official Youth Service Bureau page provides program context; federal assistance resources offer a separate starting point for exploring broader support.