APPLY TO BRIDGES
We are glad you are interested in the Wichita Children’s Home BRIDGES Program. There are several steps for you to complete in order to be considered for admission to BRIDGES. Please read the information below and then complete the application form!
Bridges Application
First, complete ALL sections of the application form. After your application is received and reviewed, you will be contacted by Street Outreach. Street Outreach will work with you to better understand your needs and refer you to:
Mental Health Assessment
You will need to schedule and complete a short mental health assessment to determine if you have any mental health needs or issues of which we should be aware.
Substance Abuse Assessment
You will need to schedule and complete a short substance abuse assessment to determine if you have any alcohol or drug use issues of which we should be aware.
A FEW MORE STEPS
If you are accepted into the program, there are a few more steps:
Health Checkup
You will need to schedule and complete a checkup with your own doctor to determine if you have any health issues of which we should be aware. If you do not have a medical doctor, your BRIDGES Case Manager can help you schedule this.
Personal Documents
You will need a copy of the following documents: Original birth certificate, Social Security card, driver’s license or Kansas identification card, high school diploma or GED, and medical card or insurance card. We can help you with this, too.
But it all starts with completing the application!
You can complete and submit the form below or download the application and send via email as a PDF or print and mail to:
Jennifer Avery
Director of Runaway and Homeless Youth Programs
Wichita Children’s Home
7271 E. 37th St. N.
Wichita, Kansas 67226
Project Safe Place
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24 hours a day for children and youth who are in crisis, runaway, or are without a place to stay.
We're here for you. Any time. Day or night. Call our hotline at (316) 262-HOME.