On Ramp… is a program that specializes in needy and homeless 16-to-24-year-olds. At this time, it is not a full-blown housing program. They occasionally help clients who have been in their program for an extended amount of time and are connected to a case manager, with some housing. And it is certainly not an emergency housing program. They are open Monday to Friday from 9a to 5p to assist young adults get back on their feet. They have food, job, driving and GED training resources for their target clients. More importantly, if you fit in this category, they have case managers who specialize in helping young adults. Here’s a link to their web page.
There is no special application needed. Just show up and an intake specialist will enter your information in their database and give you more information about what they offer. Their address is 2219 Freedom Drive. Their phone# is 704.344.1111. Here’s a link to Google Maps for their location. They are conveniently located on Cats bus # 34 which will let you out just across Freedom from their building.
Here is their description of what they offer:
Young adults, ages 16-24, can access GED tutoring, on-site mental health counseling, life skills workshops, and tailored case management as well as assistance finding employment and housing. The goal is for all participants to achieve independence and self-sufficiency.
All are welcome and here is an overview of services available at On Ramp:
Food
Showers
Clothes
Laundry
GED Tutoring
Employment Readiness
Case Management
Life Skills Workshops
Mentoring
Mental-Health Counseling
Housing Services