Our comprehensive life skills program empowers transitioning foster youth with the knowledge and abilities to thrive as independent adults. We provide a supportive environment for teens to master essential competencies that prepare them for adulthood.
Through hands-on activities and mentoring, participants build skills in:
-Financial literacy – budgeting, banking, taxes, credit
-Nutrition and cooking – meal planning, grocery shopping, food prep
-Household management – cleaning, home repairs, organization
-Career development – resume writing, interviewing, professionalism, schooling
-Health and wellness – exercise, hygiene, reproductive health
-Interpersonal skills – communication, conflict resolution, relationships
Learning these practical life skills helps youth successfully transition into living independently. Classes boost confidence by allowing teens to practice real-world scenarios like creating a resume, opening a bank account, and preparing a healthy meal. Specialized workshops cover topics like automotive care, parenting skills, and renter’s rights.
Our compassionate mentors provide guidance without judgement. Youth gain knowledge at their own pace in a safe, stigma-free environment. Participants learn to ask for help, a key lesson for adulthood. Our program nurtures personal growth and responsibility.
With greater life skills mastery, foster-youth gain the tools to avoid poverty, unemployment, and reliance on social services. They can look forward to a bright future of financial stability, career success, healthy relationships, and community involvement. We empower youth to become capable citizens and thrive.