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Lifeworks Project
HIV/AIDS Services

Since 1988, Covenant House California has opened its doors to more than 50,000 homeless youth who suffer from the trauma of trying to survive on the streets and the physical or psychological abuse, neglect or high-risk behaviors that led them there. Covenant House California’s mission is to “protect and safeguard all children of the street” with “absolute respect and unconditional love.” through our comprehensive services of street outreach and residential programs with supportive services. Covenant House California helps kids escape life on the dangerous streets, resolve their crisis situations, and develop goals and skills that ultimately lead toward self-sufficiency and independent living.

 

Stories about Our Kids:
Daniel Finds Hope in His Life

Daniel grew up without any guidance in his life. His family, all much older than him, didn’t provide him with any real support while growing up. “They seemed more concerned with the dog running out than me.” He says. As a result, he lived life like there was no tomorrow. He indulged in drugs and allowed his work in school to slide. Everything changed for him though the day he discovered that he was HIV positive.

“I wasn’t sure what to do.” He says. “I didn’t feel like I could tell my family and I didn’t know who to talk to about it.” He began to look into organizations that could assist him. Since his home life wasn’t supportive, it was recommended that he look into a transitional living program. Daniel says the first program he found wasn’t an ideal situation. “The place wasn’t very clean and I was the youngest person there.” He says. “I was around people that didn’t want to get their life together like I did.” It was at this time that he first heard about Covenant House...Click here to read more

 

If you are a youth in crisis, please call our nineline at 1-800-999-9999

Covenant House California

Hollywood
1325 N. Western Avenue
Hollywood, Ca 90027
323-461-3131
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1-866-COV-DOVE
1-866-268-3683


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Bay Area
200 Harrison Street
Oakland, Ca 94607
510-379-1010


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