Duluth & North Shore Area

Lutheran Social Service supports more than 800 young people every year in greater Duluth, making thousands of contacts and providing them with the resources they need to launch into productive, healthy and independent lives.

Our Center for Changing Lives Duluth opened in June 2017 and is part of an innovative initiative to end youth homelessness in the area. Many of our services are based at this location.

Youth Shelter - Another Door

Safe, short-term shelter and support for young adults ages 18-24.

LSS Bethany Crisis Shelter

Provides caring support in an inviting environment for children and youth needing short-term emergency shelter and early intervention support for families.

The Center for Changing Lives Duluth

The Center provides short-term and transitional housing options for youth and young adults, as well as the teen health center. It is part of an innovative initiative to end youth homelessness in the area.

Fostering Youth Transitions - Duluth Area

Support for youth transitioning from foster care to independence.

Youth Transitional Housing Program - Renaissance

Supportive transitional housing for up to 18 months for youth ages 16 to 21.

Permanent Supportive Housing - Duluth Area

Low-income, long-term housing at the Center for Changing Lives is paired with supportive services for youth who are experiencing homelessness.

Supported Family Time - Duluth

Helps families maintain or develop appropriate relationships in a safe, nonjudgmental and healthy environment.

Teen Closet

Free, new and gently used clothing and shoes for youth and young adults. Plus, hygiene supplies like shampoo, deodorant, toothpaste etc. 

Teen Health Center

Free, walk-in health and dental services for teens and young adults.
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Together for Youth

Together for Youth offers a safe and welcoming space where youth can connect with their peers, find resources, explore issues and navigate challenges.