Our drop-in center for youth located in Hopkins offers a safe place to eat, clean up, and rest—while also providing walk-in youth outreach services, case management, and mental health support. Through proactive school and street outreach, we locate youth, connect them to resources, and guide them toward stable shelter and housing.
we believe no young person should be left to navigate crisis alone
Licensed therapists offer trauma-informed, no-cost mental health check-ins in English, Somali, and Spanish—because care should feel personal and accessible.
Mental Health Support:
Licensed staff and case managers are on-site to help with housing referrals, benefits applications, ID replacement, and more.
Walk-In Case Management:
A secure space to recharge, do homework, or simply catch a moment of peace.
Find a Safe Place to Rest:
Clean clothes and a warm shower restore dignity and confidence.
Access Showers & Laundry:
Nutritious, no-cost food to fill the belly and fuel the day.
Grab a Simple Meal:
Our Hopkins Drop-In Center is a welcoming, judgment-free zone where youth ages 12–24 can:
Drop-In Center Services
1001 Highway 7, Room 235
Hopkins, MN 55305
CALL: 952/988.TEEN (8336)
Located at our office in the Eisenhower Community Center
*Appointments available by request
Monday | 9:00am-12:00pm
Wednesday | 9:00am-12:00pm
Tuesday | 1:00pm-4:00pm
Thursday | 3:00pm-5:00pm
No appointment is needed—
just walk in, and we’ll be here.
OUR DROP IN HOURS:
Move Forward's outreach team connects with youth ages 12–24 who are experiencing homelessness and helps them access the support they need to stay safe and get back on their feet. Whether it’s at school, through a trusted adult, or word of mouth, we work hard to find you—wherever you are.
If you’re staying with friends, sleeping in your car, or just trying to get through the night—You are not alone.
Street Outreach & Community Partnerships
We actively partner with schools, local nonprofits, and StreetWorks to identify young people in crisis and offer immediate, hands-on support. From finding shelter and stable housing to accessing meals, mental health care, and basic supplies, we’ll help you take the next right step.
support at your pace, without judgment
By addressing physical needs, mental health, and housing simultaneously, we empower youth to focus on long-term goals—school, employment, and independence.
holistic support
Walk-in services mean faster access to mental health care and housing referrals, preventing prolonged stays on the streets or in unsafe living situations.
rapid response
A hot meal, clean clothes, and a safe environment reduce daily stress and stigma.
IMMEDIATE relief
Youth experiencing homelessness face heightened risks: hunger, exploitation, mental health struggles, and school dropout. Our integrated model combines crisis intervention, case management, and basic needs support (food, showers, laundry) under one roof.
Why Our Drop-In Center & Outreach Matters
"Since working with Move Forward, my mindset has improved, there is more peace."
"I love it here. It has given me such a safe space where I can escape and feel heard."
"I stopped getting into trouble and I graduated!"
real stories, real imapct
"My depression has gotten better and so has my sense of self worth."
"I'm now 11 months sober and happy I'm taking control of my life!"
"I have found healthier ways to manage school and my personal life without stressing out."
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NEED HELP?
If you’re a young person experiencing homelessness, walk into our Drop-In Center—no appointment needed. If you’re a school staff member, nonprofit partner, or community advocate looking to collaborate, reach out and let’s connect.
