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Daybreak Breaks Ground

Dayton, OH - Under the leadership of Sisters of Charity Foundations, seven grantees from Cleveland visited the construction site for the new Daybreak facility. Under current conditions, the structure is impressive and inspires hope for young people. The services to youth offer an opportunity for a seamless transition to self-sufficiency and are indicative of the team work and efforts of the Daybreak staff. Linda Kramer, Executive Director says, “We focus on a strength-based philosophy that results in growth for compliance so our kids can continue to move forward.” 76% of the youth served at Daybreak pursued post-high school education or training and more than 100 moved off the streets to a safe living environment.

Daybreak’s New Home

Daybreak's facility will be fully accessible to the disabled and offer:

Emergency shelter for young people ages 10 to 18 with single-occupancy rooms;
An adequate number of shelter bathrooms;
Efficiency apartments with round-the-clock supervision and support for 24 young adults ages 17 to 21;
A counseling center, classrooms, computer lab and study areas;
Intensive programming to prepare young adults for independent community living;
A play area for small children so that young parents can participate in counseling and programs;
Indoor and outdoor recreational space;
Opportunities for volunteers; and
A friendly facility that will enhance the comfort and health of youth and staff, reduce operating costs, reduce waste, and conserve natural resources.

Daybreak’s Evolution

Daybreak strives to eliminate youth homelessness in the Miami Valley through comprehensive, results-oriented programs that provide safety and stability for runaway, homeless and otherwise troubled youth ages 10 – 21. It is the only agency of its kind in the Dayton area. It began in 1975 as an emergency shelter for teens ages 10-17 and changed its services to include youth up to age 21 under new federal guidelines. Immediate services include safe shelter and support for over 260 youth admitted at least once and over 2,500 overnight stays. Youth are assisted and referred for additional services as needed. In 2005, Daybreak began its Raise the Roof capital campaign to build efficiency apartments for youth and their children.

The new facility will be completed April 2008. Daybreak is Changing Lives, Creating Futures at www.daybreakdayton.org.