Instead of trying to manage, rescue, or fix youth in crisis, we serve them best through the gift of unconditional, supportive, and nurturing relationships, coupled with high expectations. It is the gift of belonging, the gift of being wanted and valued. At Immerse, we prioritize the person over the program. It’s messy and slow work, but it is the loving patience we all need.
Assessing & Creating a Plan
When youth enter our programs, we start by assessing for and meeting their immediate needs, and crafting a plan to help youth begin healing and working toward their goals.
Building a Circle of SUpport & Equipping with Tools
We partner with youth to build a circle of support, including coaches, mentors, therapists, and others who offer lasting, unconditional relationships. One-on-one coaching, life skills training, and employment and educational supports combine to equip youth with the tools they need to achieve their goals and dreams.
Working the plan & Measuring impact
With dedication and support, youth are transformed into Overcomers. We measure youth success in 4 key domains we call BASE goals:
Well-Being - are we improving the emotional, social, mental, and physical well-being of each youth?
At least 1 - is each youth connected to at least one caring adult through our mentoring program?
Safe & stable housing - are youth who exit our program exiting to a good place to live?
Earning potential - are youth improving their education and/or employability through our programs?
Over the past 4 years, we’ve tracked 100 youth through our programs who are experiencing success in these domains an average of 80% of the time. We’re shooting for 100%.