Helping Homeless Youth in New York's Warren & Washington Counties

Emergency Shelter

WAIT House is located at 12 Wait St. in Glens Falls, NY. It is an eight bed co-ed emergency shelter for youth ages 16 up to 21. The shelter is certified by the New York State Office of Children and Family Services. Since opening in December 2003 WAIT House has provided over 6,800 bed nights to over 440 youths.
WAIT House is staffed 24/7. The shelter phone number is 518.798.4384. The shelter's Executive Director, Duane Vaughn can also be reached 24/7 at 518.232.8938.

Services Provided
Case Management and Goal Planning
Needs Assessment-linkage to necessary services
(medical, mental health, substance abuse treatment)
Reunification with family (if appropriate)
Connection to education, training and employment
On-site tutoring and life-skills training
After Care– follow up and support after leaving the emergency shelter