Austin, TX

LifeWorks (also known legally as Youth and Family Alliance) is a nonprofit organization based in Austin, Texas, focused on helping youth and young families — especially those experiencing homelessness, housing instability, trauma, abuse, or aging out of foster care — move toward safety, stability, and self-sufficiency. Their work includes a broad network of services such as emergency shelter, supportive and transitional housing, mental health and counseling services, educational support, LifeWorks (also known legally as Youth and Family Alliance) is a nonprofit organization based in Austin, Texas, focused on helping youth and young families — especially those experiencing homelessness, housing instability, trauma, abuse, or aging out of foster care — move toward safety, stability, and self-sufficiency. Their work includes a broad network of services such as emergency shelter, supportive and transitional housing, mental health and counseling services, educational support, workforce development, and drop-in resource centers. These programs are designed to help young people build stable futures, develop life and job skills, and stay connected to essential supports as they pursue personal goals. LifeWorks’ mission is grounded in compassion, data-driven practice, and partnership with youth themselves, and its approach is considered a national model for youth homelessness support. Read More...