Younity is dedicated to creating a welcoming and inclusive space where youth and young adults, can find the respect and support they deserve. Every aspect of our access center, from the physical environment to our services and programs, is shaped by the voices of the young people we serve.
We specialize in supporting LGBTQIA2S+ youth and those who have faced challenges such as substance use, housing instability, and unmet mental health needs. Through a Peer Support model, Younity offers a variety of individual and group activities, helping youth overcome barriers, explore their passions, and work toward their goals.
Whether dropping in for Open Mic night, accessing harm reduction supplies, or just using the laundry and WiFi, Younity provides a safe space where young people can thrive.
Thanks to our partnership with DMH and generous funding from SAMHSA’s Healthy Transitions (HT2) Grant, Younity established a physical drop-in center in Gloucester. We encourage providers and mental health professionals in Gloucester, Cape Ann, and Essex County to consider our low-barrier drop-in center when planning transitions for their clients. Younity’s strength-based therapeutic programming is designed to reintegrate, renew, and inspire area youth.
We are actively building partnerships within the Gloucester community with organizations and businesses that share our mission of supporting youth. Our Youth Ambassadors, who engage with local YYA’s daily, partner with us in outreach efforts to ensure every young adult receives the care they need. If you are a Gloucester-based business or service interested in advocating for youth, please reach out to us.
Location: 6 Elm Street, Gloucester, MA
Drop-in and Programming Hours: Tuesday-Friday, starting at 3pm
Summer Hours: Tues. 3-6pm, Wed. 3-6pm, Th 3-7pm, Fri 3-5pm
Library Hours: 11am-3pm, Tuesday-Friday (for accessing amenities or scheduling appointments)
Parking: Limited free parking is available on Elm St., with additional metered parking on Main St.
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A referral is not needed for the Younity Access Center.
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