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State and Local Examples: Independent Living Programs and Services
State and local examples of independent living programs and services.
18 and Out: Life After Foster Care in Massachusetts (PDF - 383 KB)
Massachusetts Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Children (2005)
Describes the challenges faced by children who age out of foster care, offers strategies to ensure that fewer children grow up in State custody and that no child ages out without a lifelong family connection, and makes specific recommendations to address these issues.
The Bridges to Life Options Programs: Preliminary Descriptive Information
McMillen, Auslander, Stiffman, & Elze (2001)
In Preparing Youth for Long-Term Success: Proceedings From the Casey Family Program National Independent Living Forum
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One of three programs implemented by the Missouri Division of Family Services to orient youth about HIV prevention and risk reduction strategies.
An Evaluation of Independent Living Services in Ohio: Digest of Findings and Conclusions (PDF - 252 KB)
Loman & Siegel (2000)
Findings from a survey of current and former foster youth, in a combination of public and private agencies, to examine the effectiveness of services and provide recommendations to ensure positive outcomes for youth.
How Does Michigan Fare in the Fight to Improve Outcomes for Youth Aging Out of Foster Care?: A Response From the State and One of its Communities (PDF - 1540 KB)
Day & Watson
Michigan Child Welfare Law Journal, 11(1), 2007
Presents Michigan's outcomes for children aging out of the foster care system and discusses 21 initiatives approved in 2006 for the State to implement to improve outcomes.
Independent Living for Children in Out-of-Home Care (PDF - 421 KB)
Wisconsin Independent Living Advisory Committee (2002)
Presents recommendations and strategies for improving the current out-of-home care system and preparation services for foster youth in Wisconsin.
Raising Competent Young Adults: Self-Sufficiency Work With Youth and Families
Choca, Pesce, Austin, & Andrew (2001)
In Preparing Youth for Long-Term Success: Proceedings From the Casey Family Program National Independent Living Forum
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Describes a training program for youth transitioning out of foster care, developed by the Tucson division of Casey Family Programs.
Teens Aging Out of Foster Care in Oregon: A Guide to Transition Planning for Caseworkers, Judges, and Advocates (PDF - 862 KB)
Juvenile Rights Project (2004)
Discusses the limited support available, the need to provide substantially more guidance and resources, and strategies for providing more services.
Uninvited Guests: Teens in New York City Foster Care (PDF - 509 KB)
City Limits Community Information Service, Inc. (2002)
Reviews issues related to the foster care workforce, life in out-of-home placement, mental health services, education, and life skills for adolescents. Presents new initiatives such as a partnership with the city housing authority to provide residences for youth moving to independent living.
Work Appreciation for Youth: The WAY to Work. An Independent Living/Aftercare Program for High Risk Youth: A 15-Year Longitudinal Study
Baker, Olson, & Mincer (2000)
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Study findings on the effectiveness of the program, challenges, and future directions.
Youth in Transition (PDF - 143 KB)
Children and Family Research Center (2004)
Discusses efforts in Illinois to help adolescents in foster care transition to independent living by outlining additional resources for services and programs related to education, employment, housing, and other supportive services.
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