What can supportive adults do to assist youth transitioning from foster care?
• Hire young adults as full-time or part-time employees • Provide apprenticeships, entrepreneurial classes, internships or any other career preparation • Develop tutoring and college access opportunities • Offer housing options, such as waiving deposits, co-signing requirements, and assisting with rental agreements • Provide or make available dental and medical care • Support match funding for the IDA of component of the Opportunity Passport™ • Become a foster parent, provide an adoptive home, or become a caring adult that can be supportive • Provide a home for a students in college during the holidays, college breaks and special occasions • Encourage a faith-based organization to provide opportunities and supports for youth leaving care • Offer advice on pre-purchase inspection or assist with the purchase, repair or maintenance of cars or vehicles
