Youth Rising Mountain Home
Drop-In Center

A safe, inclusive space for young people ages 11-18. Registration is free and open to the public.

540 S 3rd W St. Mountain Home, ID 83647

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The Youth Rising Mountain home Drop-In Center provides a safe, inclusive space for transitional-age youth (ages 11-18). Registration is free and open to the public

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Location & Hours:

540 S 3rd W St. Mountain Home, ID
Monday - Friday | 3pm - 6pm

What to Expect:

Every day at Drop-In looks a little different. Youth might come in to hang out with friends, play games, or just have a place to be. Some days include group activities, creative projects, or events. Participation is always optional. Youth get to decide how they spend their time here.

Our Staff:

YR Drop-In Centers are staffed by peer mentors and Certified Peer Specialists committed to helping youth empower themselves and successfully transition into adulthood.

A Supportive Space

Our Drop-In’s prioritize comfort, safety, and respect. Youth can come as they are, knowing they will be in a safe and welcoming environment.

Take A Look Inside

What we offer

  • Career Exploration

  • Leadership Opportunities

  • Free Snacks

  • Movies

  • Study + Homework Help

  • Social Nights

  • Pool & Foosball

  • Karaoke

  • High-Tech Computer Labs

  • Gaming Systems

  • Art Supplies

  • Music Jam Sessions

Our Mountain Home Team

Heather Terrain

Heather Terrian is the Program Director for Youth Rising in Mountain Home. She helped launch the Mountain Home site in April 2024 and has worked with youth since 2006 in a variety of roles, including childcare, curriculum development, and program management. Throughout her career, she has supported youth from infancy through young adulthood (ages 0–18), gaining a deep understanding of developmental needs across all stages.

Heather is passionate about helping youth recognize their value by creating developmentally appropriate opportunities that build confidence, self-esteem, and life skills. She believes every young person deserves to feel seen, supported, and empowered to reach their full potential.

She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Child Studies along with multiple certifications in early education and childcare operations. Heather is also certified in Youth Mental Health First Aid and serves as a Youth Mental Health First Aid Instructor, supporting both youth and community members in building awareness, early intervention skills, and mental wellness education.

Heather joined Youth Rising with a deep passion for making a lasting impact and empowering underserved youth in the community.

Program Director, Youth Rising Mountain Home

Hanna Pippen

Hannah Pippen serves as a peer advocate for Youth Rising Mountain Home and is committed to fostering a safe, inclusive, and welcoming environment for all youth, regardless of race, gender, class, sexual orientation, or national origin. She brings nearly nine years of experience working with youth in a variety of supportive roles.

Her experience spans multiple stages of her life, including a period as a stay-at-home parent, which strengthened her ability to approach advocacy with patience, empathy, and adaptability. Hannah’s professional focus has centered on supporting individuals with cognitive and mental disabilities, as well as advocating for survivors of abuse and trauma.

Her goal is to empower youth to recognize their strengths, build resilience, and move confidently toward the futures they envision

Peer Advocate

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540 S 3rd W St. Mountain Home, ID 83647

Hours

Monday - Friday
3:00pm-6:00pm

CONTACT

Heather Terrian

Program Director | Youth Rising, Mountain Home

heather@youthrising.com

Our Calendar

approved by the National assessment center association (NAC), This YR Drop-in is a screening center for referrals for mental health and substance abuse in partnership with the Idaho Department of Juvenile Corrections.