Safe House of the Desert

SafeHouse of the Desert provides emergency shelter, counseling, intervention, and outreach for runaway, homeless, and at-risk youth in California’s Coachella Valley. Its youth emergency services serve ages 11–17 and may include meals, family reunification efforts, onsite education, aftercare, and support for complex personal or family challenges. Learn more through the organization’s official youth emergency services page.

The organization also offers transitional housing and independent-living support for older youth, along with behavioral health and wellness programs for transitional-age youth ages 16–25. Mental health services may include assessments, coping and support training, counseling, outreach, and evidence-based programs addressing depression, trauma, suicide prevention, and resilience.

SafeHouse of the Desert is located at 72710 East Lynn Street in Thousand Palms. For additional housing and support resources, visit NHREA’s California homeless assistance guide and federal assistance resources. Visit the official website to confirm current program details.