National Runaway Switchboard

by | Feb 15, 2024 | 0 comments

The National Runaway Switchboard provides crisis intervention and referrals for runaway youth (up to age 18) and their families through national and local telephone switchboards. The Switchboard arranges conference calls with families, children, and agencies as needed. The National Runaway Switchboard administers free bus rides home to qualified runaways through their “Home Free” program. Advocacy and educational services are provided on the problems youth face.