F17 - Integrating Mental Health Support in Housing Programs: Evidence From Wraparound Services for Youth Experiencing Homelessness

Tuesday, April 28, 2026

4:00 PM - 5:00 PM MDT

Location: Bluebird 2C

Significant service gaps remain for addressing the mental health needs of youth experiencing or at risk of homelessness. LifeWorks provides integrated wrap-around services, including Rapid Rehousing and Community-Based Counseling, that are tailored to youth-defined goals and support stable housing. Youth who participate in both programs are more likely to achieve positive housing outcomes, highlighting the impact of coordinated housing and mental health supports. This session will share practical lessons, emerging trends, and strategies for scaling integrated services, offering actionable solutions for agencies supporting youth transitioning out of homelessness.

Learning Objectives:

Identify key strategies for implementing co-enrollment and coordinated services that enhance housing stability and support youth well-being.
Discuss practical approaches for integrating mental health support into housing programs to improve outcomes for youth.
Formulate actionable steps for implementing or scaling integrated services within their organizations.

Disclosure(s):

LeShawn Arbuckle, MSW, LCSW-S: No financial relationships to disclose

Liz Schoenfeld, PhD: No financial relationships to disclose

Breakout Presenter(s)

LeShawn Arbuckle, MSW, LCSW-S

Division Director of Counseling & Wellbeing
LifeWorks
Austin, Texas

Disclosure(s): No financial relationships to disclose
Liz Schoenfeld, PhD

CEO
LifeWorks
Austin, Texas

Disclosure(s): No financial relationships to disclose

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