Independent Living Services: 

When a youth is 13, it’s all about Life Skills, Life Skills, and… you guessed it, more Life Skills! 💥 These skills are super important because they give youth the tools to be successful and independent. Here are some cool Life Skills that can be chatted about and learned together:

Communication: Talking and listening well.

Problem-Solving: Figuring out solutions.

Time Management: Balancing work and fun.

Adaptability: Handling changes smoothly.

Emotional Intelligence: Understanding feelings.

Self-Motivation: Setting and achieving goals.

Let’s dive in and make life skills a superpower! 🚀

🗝 Key Services: 

Informal Life Skills 

📄 Important Documents: 

Life Skills Progress Log

14-year-olds! Let’s talk about Life Skills, Finances, and Goals. 🎯 Life Skills are still super important and should be developed to help youth keep growing and succeeding. Now’s the perfect time to chat about rights and goals, too. Plus, it’s a great idea to dive into finances and learn about Credit Reports.

Let’s make this journey fun and exciting! 🚀

🗝 Key Services: 

Youth Rights and Goals

Credit Reports

Informal Life Skills 

📄 Important Documents: 

Life Skills Progress Log

Amazing 15-year-olds! It’s time to think about Driving, Employment, Rights, and Life Skills. At this age, life skills get a fun upgrade as youth start creating resumes for jobs, opening bank accounts to manage their money, and learning how to drive! Turning 15 is a big step into becoming an active part of the community.

Let’s get excited about all these new adventures! 🚗💼💪

🗝 Key Services: 

Driver's License 

Credit Reports 

Youth Rights and Goals 

Informal Life Skills

📄 Important Documents: 

Life Skills Progress Log

Keys to Independence Application

Referral for employment

When teens hit 16 and 17, it’s like they’re on the brink of an exciting new adventure towards young adulthood! 🌟 These years are super important, especially for those in care. One fantastic service that helps is Transition Planning, which includes the My Pathway to Success Plan and the Records & Resources Exchanged. These documents are not just about setting goals and making plans—they’re also discussed during special JRs: one for 16-year-olds and two for 17-year-olds. Time is ticking, and those goals are waiting to be achieved! 🚀 Life Skills, Driver’s License, Important Documents—let’s dive in and make it happen! 🎉📋🚗 

🗝 Key Services: 

Transition Planning

Judicial Reviews 

Driver's License 

Formal and Informal Life Skills

Youth Rights and Goals

Credit Reports

📄 Important Documents: 

Life Skills Progress Log

Keys to Independence Application

My PATHWAY TO SUCCESS PLAN (5 IN TOTAL)

RECORDS AND RESOURCES EXCHANGED

Knock, knock. Who’s there? It’s me… Adulthood! 🎉 Turning 18 can feel a bit daunting, especially for youth in care who might not have a strong support network. But guess what? It’s all about putting those awesome life skills to use and working towards the goals in the Transition Plan. Luckily, there are fantastic programs to help out for those who qualify! 🌟 These include Extended Foster Care (EFC), Post Secondary Services and Support (PESS), and Aftercare Services. These programs can assist with housing, education, physical and mental health, and so much more! It’s time to embrace independence and make those dreams come true! 🚀🏠📚💪 

🗝 Key Services:

EFC, PESS, and Aftercare

Transition Planning 

Judicial Reviews

Life Skills

📄 Important Documents: 

Life Skills Progress Log

Keys to Independence Application

My PATHWAY TO SUCCESS PLAN 

RECORDS AND RESOURCES EXCHANGED

EFC, PESS, Aftercare services application(s)

TUITION AND FEE WAIVER (COLLEGE)

FAFSA (COLLEGE)