The Need

Each year, youth in Lee County approach adulthood without the support and stability many others rely on during this stage of life.

Across Florida, an estimated 1,000 youth age out of foster care each year, often without permanent family connections or long-term support. Many other young people face housing instability or homelessness while trying to navigate education, employment, transportation, and daily responsibilities on their own.

For many of these youth, the transition into adulthood is overwhelming. They face an increased risk of homelessness, unemployment, and instability..

Our Response

Shepherd’s Haven was created to help meet the growing need for support and stability for youth preparing to enter adulthood.

Our home is designed to provide more than temporary housing. We seek to walk alongside youth experiencing foster care, housing instability, or homelessness by offering mentorship, structure, practical support, and guidance as they prepare for independent living.

What We Provide

Our goal is to help each young person build the skills, confidence, and support system needed to live independently and thrive.

  • A safe and structured home environment where youth can experience consistency, support, and stability during their transition into adulthood.

  • Support with tutoring, academic goals, college applications, enrollment, and planning for future educational opportunities.

  • Guidance with resumes, job applications, interview preparation, and developing skills needed for long-term employment success.

  • Practical guidance with budgeting, saving, paying bills, and managing financial responsibilities independently.

  • Help navigating transportation needs, obtaining a driver’s license, and working toward reliable transportation.

  • Connection to counseling, mentorship, and community resources that provide encouragement and ongoing support.

  • Support learning everyday responsibilities such as cooking, cleaning, scheduling, communication, and time management.