Youth and Family Services

RISE offers comprehensive support and services to improve the safety, well-being, and stability of LGBTQ+ youth.

RISE is an adapted model integrating established practices with LGBTQ+ specific education and support strategies. RISE staff partner with the youth, caregiver(s), and professionals to develop strength-based strategies to support the positive identity development of LGBTQ+ youth, provide LGBTQ+ education and support to families and caregivers, and develop a network of supportive adults that demonstrate awareness, support, and affirmation of their youth’s LGBTQ+ identity. RISE is currently one of two providers for the LA County DCFS Tailored Services for Youth (TSYP) Program. Services are offered in multiple languages.

Tailored services are designed to:

Promote self-esteem and wellness for LGBTQ+ youth
Increase support and affirming behaviors in families— biological, extended, foster, and chosen—with LGBTQ+ youth
Achieve and sustain permanent relationships with kin, adoptive, and chosen families and caregivers
Provide culturally competent and responsive education to professionals responsible for the care of LGBTQ+ youth

RISE is a free Child & Family-focused support that is committed to increasing the safety, well-being, and permanency of Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer, Questioning (LGBTQ+) children and youth 5-21 with a current Los Angeles County DCFS case. As a part of the DCFS LGBTQ+ Tailored Services Program, RISE is a one-of -a-kind, customized supports program including linkage to other LA LGBT Center programs and services.

Linkage & Services include: Mentoring ● Events ● Individual & Family Therapy ● Education ● Employment ● School-Based Support ● & So Much More!

To learn more about the Los Angeles LGBT Center’s Youth Services, visit www.lalgbtcenter.org.