young parent program

The Young Parent Program offers education, socialization and support services to pregnant or parenting young women and adolescents. Prenatal, safe parenting and child development classes allow women as well as their male partners to seek support and information throughout the child-rearing process.

How It Helps

The Young Parent Program's welcoming setting provides new parents with a sense of community, a place to share ideas and problems, the opportunity to help each other, and the chance to relieve loneliness while making new friends.

Provides parenting education and life skills classes to young parents
Offers case management to help support parental growth
Evening meals
Comfortable Drop-in setting

Who's Eligible

Pregnant or parenting teens and young adults who are 25 or younger may receive services from the Young Parenting Program, which is located at 22 Park Ave.

How to Get Involved

No need to call! Just come in to our 22 Park Ave. location and see what our program has to offer.

Looking to get more information on the program? Speak with a YI representative at 207-523-5049.

About 22 Park Ave: Housing and Support for Young Parents

Youth Alternatives Ingraham offers housing for six homeless pregnant or parenting people up to age 22 and their children at 22 Park Ave. in Portland. Partners, ages 22 and younger, may reside with the family. The program's goal is to give homeless parents the skills and support they need to feel empowered to make smart decisions and positive choices for their families

How 22 Park Helps

While living at 22 Park, parents receive case management and support as they develop the skills they will need to live independently and help their children thrive. Residents are also eligible for the socialization and support services provided by the Young Parent Program, which is also housed at 22 Park Ave.