Briarpatch Youth Shelter 

Phone: (608) 251-1126 or (800) 798-1126

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About this resource: The Briarpatch Youth Shelter provides shelter ad other services to homeless or runaway youth, or youth at risk of separation from their family due to conflict or other reasons. The shelter has eight beds and welcomes youth of all gender identities ages 12-17. Aside from offering shelter, they offer individual counseling, family counseling, case management, and a 24-hour help line.

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Who can use this resource? Youth of all gender identities ages 12-17

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Next Steps:

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• Call (608) 251-1126 or (800) 798-1126 to check bed availability or to ask any other questions about the shelter.

  • Admissions are accepted 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.

  • Transportation to the shelter is available as needed.

Briarpatch Youth Shelter

2720 Rimrock Road

Madison, WI 53713