We've set up a Runaway Message Board . Many teens who run away go to the home of a friend, where they may well have Web access. But even if they are on the street, they can still get to the Web through a public library computer.
Family members can leave messages for the teen and vice versa.
Parents are urged to take a proactive stand by telling their kids that if the kids are ever lost or missing, the parents will post messages to them at this link of the church Web site and will watch there for replies. For runaway youth, the National Runaway Switchboard will verify their runaway status, make referrals for them to local health care facilities, counseling, etc., and make arrangements for free travel back home with Greyhound. Runaway Message Board Leave a message for a lost child or tell your parents where you are. National Runaway Switchboard operates a confidential hotline for runaway youth, teens in crisis, and concerned friends and family members. Here is a general discussion of family troubles and how different youth have resolved them.