June 2016Vol. 17, No. 4Mental Health Assessment Tools for Runaway, Homeless Youth
The Family and Youth Services Bureau's (FYSB's) National Clearinghouse on Families and Youth posted a collection of screening and assessment tools for professionals serving runaway and homeless youth. Created in consultation with the United States Interagency Council on Homelessness and its youth workgroup partners, the list provides evidence-based and evidence-informed tools for working with runaway and homeless youth.
Screening and Assessment Tools for Runaway and Homeless Youth Programs are designed to help professionals assist youth in securing more stable housing and permanent connections, greater well-being, and opportunities for education and employment. To learn more, visit FYSB's website at http://ncfy.acf.hhs.gov/features/screening-and-assessment-tools-runaway-and-homeless-youth-programs.