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Aging Out of Foster Care?
Teens in foster care face what for some is the edge of a cliff—aging out of the system. Foster youth lose state support at age 18-21. What is being done to help them make a healthy transition to adulthood and living on their own? The Independent Living Program (also known as Chafee) was created with just that mission: to provide young adults with the skills needed to succeed in life.
In order for ILP to help, teens must be referred to the program by the Children’s Division of the Missouri Department of Social Services. Then, ILP provides help in daily living skills, banking, housing, employment skills, and career planning. ILP works with the Chaffee program and the 25th Circuit Court to help equip these young adults for independence. Currently, ILP is working with 70 young people between the ages of 14-21 in four counties. ILP is helping them become secure adults who are ready for life on their own.
Click the image below for great information links to aid in the transition process:
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For questions regarding the Independent Living Program, contact:
Amy DeLuca, ILP Coordinator
amy.deluca(at)thecommunitypartnership.org