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Runaway Toll-Free Hotline

NRS serves as the national communication system for runaway and homeless youth. Available 24/7 through call, chat, or email.

Mission

The mission of the National Runaway Safeline (NRS) is to keep America’s runaway, homeless and at-risk youth safe and off the streets.

Programs

Crisis Intervention. Information and Referrals. Conference Calls with families or agencies. Message Service for youth ready to relay a message, but not directly contact a family member. Home Free: In partnership with Greyhound Lines, Inc., NRS helps reunite runaway youth with their families, or alternate living arrangement through a free bus ticket home. Prevention and Educational Materials.

Additional Information

Fee
Free
Address
3141B N. Lincoln Chicago, IL 60657
Telephone

1-800-786-2929

Online
https://www.1800runaway.org/
Areas Served
Oregon

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