What We Do: Resource Center

The Resource Center, also known as the Drop-In Center, offers a wide variety of services. Youth can hang out, meet friends, and have fun in a safe, supervised, comfortable, affirming, and relaxed environment.

The Resource Center is designed and maintained by youth and for youth. Please contact Zan Gibbs at 503.872.9664 x27 or zan@cascadiabhc.org for more information.

Skill Building Groups
Wednesdays, 4:00 to 9:00 PM Fridays 4:00 to 11:00 PM SMYRC has lots of groups, to appeal to all different kinds of youth. Art Group, Theater Club, Yoga, Gender Group and Tutoring are just a few. Or suggest a group you would like to get started!
Social Activities
Wednesdays, 4:00 to 9:00 PM Fridays 4:00 to 11:00 PM You’ll find the heart of SMYRC exists in its access to social activities with other youth. During the Social time at SMYRC, youth have access to a full kitchen, computers, pool table, movies and overflowing library! In addition to the reoccurring events, often times SMYRC hosts a variety of shows and live performances.
Youth Leadership
Wednesdays, 6:00 PM (Youth Steering Committee) 1st and 3rd Tuesdays, 6:00 PM (Youth Leaders) The Youth Steering Committee is a group of dedicated youth who help steer the road ahead for SMYRC. They meet weekly and develop rules, policies, and new programming. The Steering Committee is a great way to get involved! Or, if you’re a youth who wants to do more at SMYRC, or for SMYRC, another option is the Youth Leaders Meeting. Youth Leaders focus on specific projects, community service, and education. The Youth Leaders meeting is open to any youth.
Volunteering
SMYRC operates primarily on volunteer power. If you’re an adult over the age of 24, and interested in becoming a part of our team, please contact Zan Gibbs at 503.872.9664 x27 or zan@cascadiabhc.org for more information.