November is National Homelessness Awareness Month and National Homeless Youth Awareness Month. We’re examining the state of homelessness among young adults with the CEO of Covenant House Michigan, Meagan Dunn, and one of the agency’s young residents, Layla. The two speak with ABJ host Stephen Henderson about the services provided by Covenant House, including shelter, educational and vocational programs, and wraparound services.

Dunn talks about the variety of circumstances that bring young people, ages 18-24, to the organization for assistance. She details the principles Covenant House uses to get the young people on a journey to end their homelessness, and she discusses the impact of federal funding cuts on the agency. Layla explains how she sought emergency help and was welcomed by Covenant House. She also talks about how the agency is helping her find stability in her life and putting her on a path to professional and personal success.