The Warming House Youth Center is a non-profit organization located in Wilmette that welcomes all junior high and high school students.  The Center provides participants with a supportive environment and teen-focused programming.  Staff members are dedicated to helping youth build healthy relationships and a strong sense of community.

The Warming House Youth Center offers 6th through 12th graders the opportunity to enjoy a structured and supportive environment.  At the Warming House teens can explore their values, test their independence, and develop leadership skills that enhance their overall growth and development.  The professional staff is trained to assess teen needs and address relevant issues through educational, prevention based, and recreational program offerings.

The Center is a not-for-profit agency governed by a board of directors and staffed by paid professionals, volunteers, and student interns. The Center is open to teens in grades 8 through 12 five days per week. 6th and 7th grade teens are welcome on Saturdays.  The Warming House offers a welcoming environment to all teens.  Teens are welcome to drop in voluntarily during open hours, and to use the Center in whatever way best suits them. Whether playing pool, cooking in the kitchen, or chatting on the couch, teens build healthy relationships with staff and peers.