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Operation SafeHouse, with Community Support, provides short and long-term services 24 hours a day for

Emergency Shelter Programs - Riverside and Thousand Palms : 21-Day Program for youth ages 11-17
Services: shelter, food, clothing, crisis intervention, individual, group and family counseling, education, aftercare. Drug Program: For clients who have substance abuse issues. Transitional Living Program- 24-Month Program for youth 18-21 yrs
Services: housing, case management, education and employme

nt assistance, counseling. Safe Place Outreach Program that links local business, like RTA, with SafeHouse so youth can access services at multiple locations. Peer to Peer Outreach - This prevention service utilizes TAY who reflect the population they will be serving to provide formal and informal outreach, informal counseling, and support/informational groups to at-risk youth and their families. TAY Peer Service Providers are youth ages 16-25

Anti-Human Trafficking Initiative - Operation SafeHouse is a task force partner with the Riverside County Sheriff’s Department to serve and develop resources in the county to educate, prevent, intervene and treat victims of human trafficking and exploitation. Counseling Services - Short –Term Family Counseling, Individual Counseling, Group Counseling, Drug & Alcohol Counseling

06/18/2026

Operation SafeHouse Executive Director Kendra Tankersley-Davis recently had the honor of presenting at the Reach Out – Strengthening California's Inland Empire National Innovative Community Conference, sharing effective ways adults can become trusted supports for youth in their communities.

This year's conference theme, "Trust," served as a powerful reminder that meaningful relationships are the foundation of strong, healthy communities. Participants explored practical strategies, innovative approaches, and inspiring examples of how trust can be built, nurtured, and sustained among individuals, organizations, and communities.

Operation SafeHouse is grateful for opportunities to learn alongside dedicated professionals and community leaders who are committed to creating safe, supportive environments where young people can thrive. We look forward to applying these lessons and continuing our work to strengthen connections, foster resilience, and ensure youth throughout Riverside County have access to caring adults and supportive services.

Thank you to the conference organizers, presenters, and attendees for contributing to such an impactful experience.

06/12/2026

A huge thank you to Julian and the incredible team from Enterprise Mobility for spending the day volunteering with Operation SafeHouse!

Their team worked alongside our Street Outreach Team, helping organize supplies and resources that allow us to better serve youth experiencing homelessness and crisis throughout Riverside County. Their hard work made a meaningful impact and will help our outreach staff respond more efficiently to the needs of vulnerable youth.

Enterprise Mobility's support goes beyond volunteering. Through their ongoing financial contributions, they help provide safe shelter, supportive services, and hope to youth who need it most.

We are grateful for community partners like Enterprise Mobility who continue to invest their time, talents, and resources to make a difference in the lives of the young people we serve. Thank you for helping us create brighter futures!

06/10/2026

Thirty years of compassion, healing, and showing up for others with unwavering heart 💙

Today we had the joy of surprising Catherine Behnke, LMFT as we celebrated her 30th anniversary in the field of mental health. We gathered for a special lunch and a few heartfelt gifts, but really, there are no gifts big enough to match what she’s given to so many over the years.

Catherine has been a steady source of care, wisdom, and calm for countless youth and families. Her work isn’t just a profession, it’s a lifelong commitment to walking alongside people through some of their hardest moments and helping them find hope again.

Thirty years in, and she still leads with the same warmth, dedication, and quiet strength that make her truly one of a kind. We are so grateful for her, so proud of her, and so lucky to have her on our team.

Please join us in celebrating Catherine Behnke, LMFT
30 years of changing lives and still going strong! 💐

06/04/2026

Please join us in congratulating Rainbow Marler, Operation SafeHouse's Street Outreach Director, on her appointment as a Commissioner with Riverside County's Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention Commission!

Every day, Rainbow works alongside youth facing homelessness, family conflict, and other challenges, helping them find safety, support, and hope. Her passion for youth advocacy and commitment to positive outcomes make her an outstanding addition to the Commission.

We know she will bring an important perspective to efforts that protect the rights, well-being, and futures of young people throughout Riverside County.

Congratulations, Rainbow! We are incredibly proud of you and grateful for all you do for our youth and community. 💙

05/27/2026

Supporting someone living with a serious mental illness starts with understanding. Taking the time to learn about mental health conditions can help us respond with greater empathy, compassion, and confidence and remind those who are struggling that they do not have to face their challenges alone.

At SafeHouse, mental health support is woven into every program we provide. Through counseling services offered across our shelter, transitional living, street outreach, and community-based programs, our dedicated team provides more than 5,000 hours of counseling each year to youth navigating trauma, anxiety, depression, substance use, and other mental health challenges.

Support can take many forms: listening without judgment, offering encouragement, helping someone access resources, or simply being present. Every act of understanding can make a meaningful difference.

This Mental Health Awareness Month, we encourage our community to learn more, speak openly, and support one another, because mental health matters, and no one should struggle alone.

05/25/2026

On this Memorial Day, all of at SafeHouse pause to honor and remember the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our country.

We are grateful for the freedoms their courage has secured and for the opportunity to serve our community each day.

This holiday weekend, we wish everyone a safe and peaceful Memorial Day as we reflect, remember, and spend time with those we hold dear.

05/22/2026

A huge thank you to the Riverside County Office of Education for donating sporting equipment for the youth at SafeHouse, including a brand-new pickleball set complete with a net, paddles, and balls!

Of course, our staff couldn’t resist trying it out first, sparking a friendly competition between our Street Outreach Director, Counseling staff, Director of Youth Services, and Youth Care staff.

Moments like these are a great reminder that fun and connection matter, not just for the youth we serve, but for the teams who support them every day. Taking time to laugh, move, and engage together helps relieve stress, strengthen teamwork, and create a brighter, more positive environment for everyone who walks through our doors.

We are especially grateful for our longstanding partnership with the Riverside County Office of Education, which has supported SafeHouse for 36 years by providing education to our youth through our onsite school. Their commitment goes far beyond the classroom, helping us create meaningful opportunities that enrich the lives of both our youth and our staff.

05/16/2026

Operation SafeHouse is honored and grateful to have been awarded funding from the Morongo Band of Mission Indians and to have attended their Community Outreach Awards Luncheon. Their continued commitment to supporting nonprofit organizations throughout our region makes a meaningful impact on countless lives, and we are proud to be among the 111 organizations recognized this year.

The luncheon was a wonderful celebration of community partnership, generosity, and shared purpose. We especially enjoyed hearing from the Community Spotlight guest speakers and learning more about the incredible work being done across our communities. It was inspiring to be surrounded by so many organizations dedicated to making a difference.

Julie Hale, Fund Development Director, attended on behalf of Operation SafeHouse and was honored to celebrate this generous investment in the work we do to provide safety, shelter, and hope for youth in crisis.

Thank you, Morongo Band of Mission Indians, for your support and for your unwavering commitment to strengthening our communities.

📸 Photo credit: Morongo Band of Mission Indians

05/11/2026

Sometimes the biggest acts of kindness start with one young person deciding to make a difference. 💙

After learning about Operation SafeHouse online and researching the work we do to support youth in crisis, this incredible student from Raney Intermediate School was inspired to take action. With help from friends, family, and her community, she organized a book drive to benefit the youth staying in our shelter and delivered three large boxes of books for our young people to enjoy.

We are so grateful for her compassion, initiative, and generosity. These books will provide comfort, connection, and a much-needed escape for the youth we serve.

Thank you for turning kindness into action and for reminding us that anyone, at any age, can make a meaningful impact. Great job! 📚✨

05/08/2026

May is Mental Health Awareness Month 💚

At Operation SafeHouse, we know that mental health support can change and save lives. Many people may not realize that we provide four community-based mental health programs throughout Riverside County, reaching more than 3,000 youth each year.

Through our Cup of Happy, Stress and Your Mood, Seeking Safety, and Cognitive Behavioral Intervention for Trauma in Schools (CBITS) programs, we provide outreach, individual counseling, and group counseling to help youth navigate challenges such as trauma, substance abuse, suicidal ideation, depression, and anxiety.

Every young person deserves support, safety, and hope. This month and every month, we remain committed to helping youth heal, grow, and thrive. 💚

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9685 Hayes Street
Riverside, CA
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http://www.operationsafehouse.org/

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