Safe Place

Webster Groves Public Library is a designated SAFE PLACE site.

Safe Place is a national youth outreach and prevention program for young people under the age of 18 (up to 24 years of age in the St. Louis area) in need of immediate help and safety.

Safe Place sites are businesses and other public locations designated by licensed Safe Place agencies as “safe places” for youth to go when in a crisis situation. These locations fit criteria set up by National Safe Place and receive orientation and training by the local licensed Safe Place agency.

Safe Place sites display the Safe Place signage and call the local licensed agency (Youth in Need) when a youth enters and asks for help. They provide reassurance and safety until the Safe Place responder arrives to meet with the youth. Safe Place sites must work in partnership with a local, licensed agency who is responsible for the operation of the Safe Place program in their community. The licensed agency is responsible for assisting Safe Place sites with acquiring Safe Place signage, required training, and is the contact for sites when youth request help.

For more information:  Youth in Need