Gateway Youth Services

Gateway Youth Services is a division of Child and Family Charities based in Lansing, Michigan, providing a comprehensive range of support for homeless, runaway, and at-risk youth. Formed by the 2014 merger of Gateway Community Services and Child and Family Charities, the organization operates a 24-hour crisis hotline, street outreach, and emergency shelters like Higher Grounds. Its programs, including Crossroads and various housing initiatives, offer transitional living and supportive services to help youth ages 12-24 achieve stability and independence. The organization also provides mental health counseling and behavioral health services through its integrated network of care.