No one makes the transition from childhood to adulthood in one great leap. It is a process filled with hard lessons and work. For some, independence comes sooner than they are prepared to deal with. It can be a scary and lonely time. At Pathways, we're giving young adults who are homeless or living in out-of-home care the chance to develop the life skills they need to be successful.

The Pathways Program operates scattered-site apartments in Kansas City and Wichita. It serves young men and women, as well as young parents with children. When a client enters the program, Pathways locates a suitable apartment, pays the rent and takes care of other expenses provided the young men and women are committed to completing the program successfully and building a savings account for their future.

Check out our "Pathways Homeless Program Wish List" online at Target to shop for linens, small appliances, clothing and any other necessary start-up supplies for homeless young adults at Pathways.

When a new resident enters the program, they meet with a counselor to set goals and determine their current level of personal need. Pathways staff place them in one of the scattered site apartments Ozanam operates throughout Kansas City or Wichita and work with them to set job and educational goals. We balance teaching and guiding residents with the realities of independence, which allows them to truly experience their own life choices. The ultimate goal of Pathways is a culmination of independence, integrity, self-sufficiency and character.

Pathways Client Profile

• Between the ages of 16 and 23.
• Demonstrated care of property.
• Demonstrated ability to follow societal rules.
• Demonstrated desire to be successful.
• Shown the ability and willingness to take personal responsibility for their actions.
• Demonstrated stability in previous placements.
• Demonstrated ability and willingness to find and maintain employment.
• Homeless or at-risk of becoming homeless.

Pathways Services

Additional Community Support and Training Services Include:

• LGBTQ Program
• Pathways Mentoring and Tutoring Services

All Pathways programs strive to move from the ordinary to the extraordinary. Pathways programs seek to promote a sense of purpose, drive and vision for all.

For more information about the Pathways Program in Wichita or Kansas City including The Path house, please contact the Pathways Admissions Director:

Ozanam Pathways - Kansas City
300 East 36th Street
Kansas City, MO 64111
Admissions Phone Number: 816-508-6226
Main Fax: 816-508-6255
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Ozanam Pathways - Wichita
7701 E. Kellogg, Suite 715
Wichita, KS 67207
Phone Number: 316-682-4000
Fax Number: 316-682-4003