After calling one of the 5 system navigators shown below, you will be given a brief assessment to determine eligibility for the navigation program. If you are eligible, you will be assigned a navigator who will contact you as soon as possible (ideally within 1-2 days). The purpose of the Youth System Navigators is to assist you in obtaining secure and stable housing. The Navigator will connect with you in whatever way is more accessible to you – whether that is via text, phone call, email, or an in-person visit in a safe location of your choosing. The Navigator will help you identify resource options and build a housing plan. If necessary, the Navigator will also administer the VI-TAY assessment to determine eligibility for specific housing options. Your navigator will be available to provide support and connection to resources until you have secured safe and stable housing.

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Michael Higgins 

Pronouns: He/Him
Phone: 901-538-7768
Email: michael@hospitalityhub.org

Hi, my name is Michael Higgins. I was born and raised in Memphis, TN. Before working at the Hospitality Hub, I worked as a behavioral youth counselor at a treatment facility here in Memphis. Then, I worked at the Hub for two years as a street outreach specialist. I’m excited about this transition to working with youth again and have always been passionate about helping people get to where they want to be.

Teresa McClatchey

Pronouns: She/Her
Phone: (901) 605-6376 
Email: tmcclatchey@cismemphis.org 

I am Teresa McClatchey, and I was born and raised in Memphis, TN. I work with Communities in Schools Memphis, where we value Community, Passion, Integrity, Innovation, and Diversity, and I take pride in that showing up every single day in this work that I do. 

Vincent McCaskill 

Pronouns: He/Him
Phone: (901) 602-2418 
Email: vince@schoolseed.org 

Vincent McCaskill is employed by SchoolSeed Foundation in Memphis, Tennessee. He has extensive experience in education, ministry, and working with underserved communities. Vincent is dedicated to helping students succeed and is committed to making a positive impact on the education system in Memphis. He has worked in partnership with Memphis Shelby County Schools and other education-focused organizations and is a leader in efforts to improve education for all students in the area. A strong advocate for education reform, Vincent is committed to making a positive difference in the lives of students and families in Memphis. 

Stephanie Presley

Pronouns: She/Her
Phone: (901) 661-5969
Email: stephanie.presley@lebonheur.org  

Stephanie has a Bachelor’s degree in Human Services and a Master’s in Psychology with an emphasis in Life Coaching. In 2014 she started working for Catholic Charities in Las Vegas, NV working in the men’s homeless shelter. She helped homeless men and homeless Veterans get into housing, find family members, start school, and get work experience through the Catholic Charities work program. Then she moved to Help of Southern Nevada as Case Manager for housing.  She was able to house homeless men and women. She moved back to Memphis, TN, in 2018 to be closer to family. Now she works as a Youth System Navigator for the YHDP through Le Bonheur Children’s Hospital.

Shalonda Adams-Young

Pronouns: She/Her
Phone: (901) 401-2008
Email: shalonda.adamsyoung@ccwtn.org

I am a Memphis-based social worker with specialities in critical time intervention, psychology, and SOAR. I am uniquely trained and specialized to engage in a broad range of activities including Mental Health First Aid, First Aid, Motivational Interviewing, CPRP, Youth and Families services, and ADA. I currently work at Catholic Charities of West Tennessee. My focus is on helping every individual dealing with disabilities and/or social issues get the services they need and/or want.