resources
Knowing where to get information and access services is important to a successful transition. Aftercare is here to help youth connect to the specific services and supports they need.
Postsecondary education gives youth an opportunity to pursue a degree, certification, or an apprenticeship in a field of interest. Explore resources …
Gainful employment provides a steady income to support youth financially on the road to self-sufficiency. Explore resources …
Learning to manage money and save for the future or an unexpected setback can help maintain stability. Explore resources …
Safe, affordable housing can be a significant challenge for youth in transition from out-of-home placement. Explore resources …
Building and maintaining healthy relationships help youth gain the support they need to meet ongoing challenges. Explore resources …
Living a healthy lifestyle can help improve confidence and self-esteem, while lowering stress and anxiety levels. Explore resources …
A mixture of both psychological and behavioral skills, life skills allow youth to deal effectively with the demands of everyday life. Explore resources …
We have compiled additional resources here that may be useful to youth aging out of care. Explore resources …
If you know of resources that can be of use to youth in transition, please share them with us. Submit your resource here …
Being a part of the Aftercare program and community has been amazing and unbelievably helpful to me. Before Aftercare I had no hopes of going to college and had no idea how I was going to pay for it. I’m extremely thankful to be a part of such a helpful and wonderful program and community.
June, aged 22
Ottumwa, Iowa