“A Room of Their Own: Why Housing Changes Everything”


A locked door. A bed. A place to breathe. Why transitional housing is the first step to long-term success for youth aging out of care.


It’s easy to underestimate the value of a room.

But for a young person who’s never had a permanent place to stay — a room becomes everything.

At Navigating Upwards, our 60-day transitional housing program offers more than just shelter. It offers sanctuary. It offers routine. It offers a base from which to build a new life.

Participants can shower, rest, prepare meals, and focus on work or school — all without the fear of being displaced.

Studies show that stable housing is one of the biggest indicators of success for at-risk youth. Our rooms are launching pads. And the people inside them? They’re building futures.

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