Idaho Youth Ranch becomes state s first designated safe place for kids in crisis
Right now, the Idaho Youth Ranch s Hays House and its thrift stores are designated as safe places for vulnerable children. Author: Shirah Matsuzawa Updated: 6:24 PM MST February 17, 2021
BOISE, Idaho For decades, the Idaho Youth Ranch s Hays House in Boise has been the only location in the Treasure Valley to serve runaways and homeless kids in crisis.
Now, it s an officially-designated safe place, and part of the National Safe Place Network.
“Idaho Youth Ranch will be the first designated safe place in Idaho,” CEO Scott Curtis said.
The goal is to provide shelter to youth who need immediate help.