Three-Part Approach
Cataloging how a community can support youth exiting foster care involves three critical steps: 1) setting the project scope; 2) mapping existing resources; and 3) creating a resource repository.
This guide arms leaders with the tools and know-how necessary for mapping community resources that can benefit young people exiting foster care. It is packed with practical tips, including initial questions to ask, who to involve in the mapping process and what the final product will look like.
The Fostering Connections to Success and Increasing Adoptions Act requires states to help young adults develop a personalized, self-directed transition plan during their final 90 days in foster care. This plan should address an individual’s options in key areas, such as housing, education and employment, to create a smooth and successful passage to adulthood.