Parental Support
At Rita’s Helping Hand, we understand that raising youth comes with unique challenges—and we’re here to support parents every step of the way. Our parental support services empower families through:
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Workforce Development: Equipping parents with career-building tools and training.
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Community Resources: Connecting families to vital support systems.
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Mental Wellness Coaching: Supporting emotional resilience and healthy family dynamics.
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College and Financial Aid Guidance: Helping parents navigate the college application process, FAFSA, scholarships, and more.
Together, we’re building stronger families and brighter futures.
Rita's Youth
Initiative
Rita’s Youth Initiative is dedicated to empowering youth and their families through education, employment, and emotional wellness. Our mission is to create a supportive pathway for young people to thrive by providing access to academic support, job readiness training, housing stability, and wraparound services.
Through collaboration with families, and community partners, we offer mentorship, tutoring, mental health resources, and guidance on college and career planning. We also support parents through workforce development, financial literacy, and tools to navigate their child’s educational journey.
At the heart of Rita’s Youth Initiative is a commitment to uplifting the whole family—because when families are supported, youth succeed.
Male Youth Support
Justin Cole Connection
The Justin Cole Connection is a heartfelt tribute and foundational part of Rita’s Helping Hand, created in honor of Justin Cole’s life, resilience, and dedication to uplifting others. His legacy lives on through our efforts to support youth and young adults facing homelessness, instability, and cycles of incarceration.
Female Youth Support
Moneisha's Pearls
Moneisha’s Pearls is a transformative initiative of Rita’s Helping Hand, created to empower young women and girls facing adversity, including homelessness, domestic violence, and generational trauma. Named in honor of Moneisha, whose strength, grace, and resilience continue to inspire us, this program is a safe space for healing, growth, and self-discovery.
Youth Housing
Homeless Youth
Rita’s Helping Hand’s Homeless Youth Support Program empowers young people facing homelessness, including teen parents and those at risk of recidivism. We provide access to stable housing, shelter, education, and employment resources—creating a pathway toward independence and hope. Through compassionate support and practical tools, we help youth break cycles, build stability, and reclaim their future.