by Proof Team | Sep 17, 2021 | Health & Well-Being
Planning Through the Pandemic Young adults currently or formerly in care are eligible for new and expanded assistance due to the COVID-19 pandemic. This assistance is designed to remove barriers young adults may face due to the pandemic. The below provides information...
by Foster Success | Dec 29, 2020 | Policy & Practice
A lot of voices informed the most recent COVID relief bill, but most notable to those of us at Foster Success were the voices of older foster youth and former foster care youth from across the country informing the Supporting Foster Youth & Families through...
by Foster Success | Aug 10, 2020 | Commentary
10. Know your plan if college/university closes Talk to your DCS Collaborative Care WorkerTalk to you IL Worker 9. Be prepared to spend much of your time in your dorm room. Understand that just because campus is open, classes may still be online! 8. All...
by Foster Success | May 1, 2020 | Commentary, Policy & Practice
On April 29, 2020 Foster Success sent this letter to Indiana Governor Eric Holcomb about ways the State can support foster youth during COVID-19. Dear Governor Holcomb, We recognize the challenges COVID-19 has placed on you and your administration and appreciate...
by Foster Success | Apr 24, 2020 | Youth Engagement
Let’s get in the Monday Mindset. Each Monday afternoon at 3 pm, Foster Success staff will host a Monday Mindset Conversation to help foster youth get focused for the week. Connect with other foster youth across the state and learn helpful tips along the way!...