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Pete’s Place, the youth wing of the Goodwill Inn homeless shelter, is a voluntary placement program for homeless, runaway and street youth, ages 14-17, both female and male, and their families. Third Level Crisis Intervention Center has received the child caring institution license from the State of Michigan to operate Pete’s Place. The following is a summary of the purpose and goals of our program.Purpose of Pete's Place:
Provide safe alternative shelter for youth in crisis.
Reunite and/or strengthen families.
Provide individual and family counseling, outreach, advocacy and referrals
Enhance the lives of youth and families in crisis in our community by providing and advocating for services.
Provide opportunities for change that will lead to emotional and economic self sufficiency and positive participation in society.
Goals of Pete's Place:
Provide immediate shelter for young people age 14-17
Provide counseling to youth and families who are in crisis
Reconcile families where possible or seek suitable alternatives when necessary.
Provide counseling services in both residential and non-residential formats.
Incorporate education plans into daily activities of Pete’s Place.
Inform the community of the availability of services provided by Pete’s Place and Third Level Crisis Intervention Center.
Establish relationships with the Homeless Liaisons in the district.
Provide community education presentations to community groups with a focus on at risk, homeless, runaway and street youth.