Transitional Living Services

Program Goal

• Assist youth in gaining the skills & knowledge needed to transition out of Foster Care & to live independently.
• Coordinate a team of support persons to assist youth in reaching their goals.
• Utilize the Foster Club Toolkit as well as resources in the community.

Eligibility (Youth may qualify for services if)

They are age 16 or older and currently in state foster care; “aged out” of foster care and not yet 21 years old; were in foster care at age 18, or after their 16th birthday, have had a guardianship established or adoption finalized.

Program Requirements

Complete Ansell Casey Life Skills Assessment yearly to use as a roadmap for support. Create a Transitional Living Plan outlining goals every six months. Meet with Transitional Living Services (TLS) manager at least monthly to work on goals & address barriers.

Academic Support

High school graduation or GED completion incentive funds. Education Training Voucher – must be enrolled in post secondary school before age 21. Funds for tuition, housing, books and living expenses.

Career and Job Preparation

Career assessments, resume writing, job search, interview skills & job shadow.

Housing Education/ Home Management Support

Resources for finding affordable rental, saving for a deposit, navigating landlord/tenant responsibilities, home safety & household set up.

Budget and Financial Management

Assist, develop and maintain budget, set up bank account, balance checkbook.

Health Education & Risk Prevention

Family Support & Marriage Counseling, Birth control & STD prevention, nutrition, self-care, mental health, healthy relationships & communication skills.

Accessing Community Resources

Acquiring documents – birth certificate, ID’s, drivers’ license, etc.