Supporting Positive Opportunities with Teens (The SPOT)
- 2.2 Drop-in Centers
- 7.6 Other Transition Services
- 8.2 Mental & Behavioral Health: Provider Organizations & Clinics
- 8.3 Individual Counselors & Therapists
- 8.9 Case Management
- 10.1 Sexual Health Services: General
- 10.2 HIV & AIDS Care
- 10.5 STI Testing & Treatment
- 11.2 Emergency Contraception
- 11.5 Non-Emergency Contraception
- 11.6 Menstrual Products
In Operation
Description
The SPOT partners with youth and young adults (ages 13-24) to create a safe, welcoming space for them to address their goals and achieve positive physical and mental health outcomes.
Services offered:
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TransMission Collective (NEW! See attached flyer)
- A space for trans & non-binary youth/young adults to find community, support, and resources for their health and well-being. Wed 1-4pm. No appointment needed.
- Includes assistance navigating SNAP, Medicaid, and housing, and help finding gender-affirming care through on-site counselors. Offers shower, laundry, and toiletries.
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STI testing: Syphilis, Gonorrhea, Chlamydia, Herpes, Trichomoniasis; results available within 2-3 days
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HIV: Rapid finger-prick test: result in 20min, confirmed with blood draw and additional test if rapid test is positive
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Testing available daily and free (including free treatment for positive results)
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314-535-0413 ext. 1: Call at 9am for same day medical services including: Birth control, Symptomatic testing (symptoms include: discharge, odor, burning, bleeding, bumps), STI treatment for syphilis, gonorrhea, chlamydia, herpes, and trichomoniasis, PrEP (Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis for HIV prevention)
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314-535-0413 ext. 2: Same or next day appointments for: HIV or STI testing with no symptoms
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PrEP Clinic offers daily medication for the prevention of HIV
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- We offer free counseling to youth and young adults ages 13-24 who live in St. Louis city or St. Louis county, regardless of their income or insurance status.
- 314-535-0413 ext. 3 or 314-297-6930: Mental health (counseling and psychiatry), call for information about availability and waitlist
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- 314-535-0413 ext. 5: Case management (resources for housing, food, employment, legal, and public benefits), call to make an appointment
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- 314-535-0413, ext. 5: To make an appointment for drop-in services. Due to COVID-19 precautions, our drop in services and space is not available on a walk-in basis.
- Services include: Shower; Laundry; Computer (for job, school or application activities); Food; Other resource information and assistance
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- 314-535-0413 ext. 4: The COACH Clinic is a unique program that is designed to ensure that foster youth (ages 13-17) are able to have stable and consistent access to health care services.
Contact Information
General
Mental health services
Request wheelchair accessible entrance
COACH Clinic - medical appointment
4169 Laclede Ave
St. Louis, MO 63108
Main
Regular Hours
General Hours: Mon–Fri, 9am–5pm.
Hours vary by service. Refer to the Service page for hours specific to each service.
For the most updated hours, visit Facebook.
No services are available on the last Friday of the month.
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Detailed Resource Information
Populations Prioritized
Restrictions/Eligibility Criteria Present
Restrictions/Eligibility Criteria Present
Restrictions/Eligibility Criteria
Between ages 13-24. Other eligibility criteria depending on the specific service requested (example, COACH Clinic for foster youth only)
Age
Youth (13-18)
Adults (19-64)
Gender
Agender
Cisgender Men
Cisgender Women
Gender Non-Conforming
Genderfluid
Genderqueer
Non-Binary
Queer
Questioning
Transgender Men
Transgender Women
Two-Spirit
Sexuality
Asexual Spectrum
Aromantic Spectrum
Bisexual
Pansexual
Gay
Heterosexual / Straight
Lesbian
Queer
Questioning
Two-Spirit
Victim/Survivor of Relationship/Sexual Violence
Yes
People with HIV or AIDS
Yes
First-Time Home-Owner
Unknown/NA
First Generation College Student
Yes
Intersex Status
Yes
Parent Status
Yes
Pregnancy Status
Yes
Housing Status
Unhoused
Foster Care Status
Foster Care Youth
Insurance Status
Uninsured
Locations Served
State
Missouri
County
St. Louis City (MO)
St. Louis County (MO)
Identity Affirming Vetting Policies
Queer-Owned/-Led
Yes: Queer People are in Leadership Positions
Sexual Orientation-Affirming Policies
Uses Intake Paperwork with Inclusive Language for Sexual Orientation
Staff is Trained in LGBTQIA+ Issues
Curriculum or Content Includes LGBTQIA+ Perspectives
Service & Outreach Policies Promote Sexuality Diversity Among Clientele
Gender Identity-Affirming Policies
Asks For & Respects People's Pronouns
Uses Intake Paperwork with Inclusive Language for Gender & Pronouns
Offers Gender-Neutral Bathrooms, Single Stall Bathrooms, or Private Changing Areas
Staff is Trained in Trans Issues
People Can Use Bathrooms Aligned with Their Gender Identity
Uses Gender-Inclusive Language in Daily Communications
Curriculum or Content Includes Trans Perspectives
Supports Gender-Affirming Self-Care Rituals (e.g. Binding, Tucking, Packing)
Service & Outreach Policies Promote Gender Diversity Among Clientele
Black/BIPOC-Affirming Policies
Curriculum or Content Includes Black/BIPOC Perspectives
Service & Outreach Policies Promote Racial & Ethnic Diversity Among Clientele
Other Accessibility Factors
COVID Guidelines: Proof of Vaccination / Neg Test
Does not require proof of vaccination and/or negative COVID test
COVID Guidelines: Masking Policy
Does not require masking
COVID Guidelines: Social Distancing
Does not require social distancing
Ways to Access Resource
Virtual Option(s) Available
Ways to Access Resource: Notes
Small sets of stairs at entrance of office. Helpful directions on website. 11-13 min drive. Free street parking is available on Laclede Avenue. Metro: get off at the Cortex station then walk for less than 10 min
Cost
Free
Confidentiality
HIPAA compliant
Relationship with Carceral Systems
Uses Non-Consensual Active Rescue
Accessible to Wheelchairs & Mobility Devices
Elevator(s) available
Wheelchair(s) not provided
Electronic Convenience Vehicle(s) not provided
Accessible Parking available
Ramp(s) not available
Hands Required to Open Doors
Going Up / Down a Floor is Required
Accessible to Wheelchairs & Mobility Devices Notes
If you need to use the wheelchair accessible entrance, please arrange it ahead of time by calling 314-859-0038 or 314-859-0024.
Sensory Experience (Scent, Noise, Heat, Lighting)
No policy for scent-free spaces
No policy for noise-free spaces
No policy for cold-free spaces
No policy for lighting
Outside Food & Drink Permitted
Outside food and drink permitted for all
Bathrooms Available
Bathrooms available for free
Bathrooms contain a grab/transfer bar/hook
Vaping Permitted
Vaping not permitted
Cigarette Smoking Permitted
Cigarette smoking not permitted
Alcohol Permitted
Alcohol not permitted
Other Conditions for Accessing Service Notes
Parent/guardian consent NOT needed for a minor to access sexual health services; parent/guardian consent needed in most cases for behavioral health services (i.e., counseling and psychiatry)
Availability
Currently on a waitlist
Walk-In Appointments Available
Requires a Pre-scheduled Appointment
Currently has open slots
Availability Notes
Will sometimes have a long wait