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Safe Place Youth Shelter (Boys and Girls Aid)

Housing resource · Hillsboro, Washington County

Last verified Oct 2026

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Safe Place, run by Boys and Girls Aid, has 13 beds, including 5 for ages 18 to 20, plus free food, laundry, case management, and help with school and jobs. You can call or just walk in, and self-referrals are welcome. Beds are limited, so call ahead if you need more than one night.

Eligibility

Youth ages 12 through 20 with ties to Washington County. Minors need a parent or guardian's consent.

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Safe Place Youth Shelter (Boys and Girls Aid)

454 SE Washington St, Hillsboro, OR 97123

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