Foster Youth Services
Key Resources
Independent Living Program (ILP)
(At The Hub & Gilroy )
Contact your Case Manager to schedule an appointment. Services delivered by phone/zoom
ILP Curriculum e-curriculum via zoom
ILP helps you prepare for an independent life! Get connected to an ILP Case Manager who can
help. To be referred to , ages 16-20 and a referral needs to be submitted by your Social Worker or Probation Officer.
Career Development Unit (CDU)
Start Your Career Today!
Services continue to be delivered via phone, email, and zoom
CDU helps with job search/job preparation including applications, resumes, job leads, and interview prep.
If you have been assigned an employment counselor, please contact them directly. If you need a referral for CDU services, contact your ILP Case Manager or the Hub.
Wellness
Call the TAY line @ (408) 850-6140
Services are being provided via phone and zoom. New referrals are being accepted
Case management, confidential counseling, and psychiatric services.
Avery Chamberlain
Data & Intake Specialist
408-458-8234
Avery.Chamberlain@pivotalnow.org
Offers support and guidance with college and employment applications, financial aid, ad scholarships. Access to Pivotal coaches via phone, text, video for educational, career mentoring or information in the community.
Substance Abuse Support
(Seven Challenges)
Scott Grinthal @ (669) 235-9325
Services continue to be offered via phone and zoom
Substance abuse counseling, consultation, and referral. Youth are engaged to actively think about the use of alcohol and/or drugs, and its effects upon their lives.
Opportunity Youth
Academy (OYA)
Call Miriam Amaya Atayde @ (408) 573-3266 OYA offers a high school diploma completion opportunity for youth 16-24 years old.
Food Stamps (CalFresh) Medi-Cal
Kelly Cavolo @ (408) 501-6889
Second Harvest food assistance hotline:
1-800-984-3663
Weekdays, 8am to 5pm
Get help with applications for Medi-Cal and food stamp benefits. Also, get resources for food.
Work2Future
Samantha Salazar @ (408) 569-4101
Services continue to be offered via phone
Get connected to employment and job training through Work2Future.