Category: Services I Get At 18+

What support do I have if I was in foster care and want to go to college? If you want to go to college, there are supports that help young people who have been in foster care or who are

SNAP benefits, formerly known as food stamps, provides food assistance for people with low incomes. What Are the Requirements To apply for SNAP benefits you will need to be able to show the following: How can I apply for SNAP

Is there a helpline I can call for more assistance? The Office of Continuing Care was created to make sure that young adults who age out of the foster care system between 18-26 have a point of contact for ongoing

What if I am told that I will be removed from EFC, Aftercare, or PESS but I don’t agree with the decision? If you are told you will be removed from EFC, PESS, or Aftercare, and you believe you are

What is Medicaid?  Medicaid is free health insurance. Medicaid can help you with all of your medical and mental health needs, even if you choose to not be enrolled in EFC, Aftercare, or PESS. If you are no longer in

What is a Pell grant? A Pell grant is money given to you by the federal government to help pay for the cost of postsecondary education (meaning schooling after you got your high school diploma or GED.) This can include

The Foster Youth to Independence housing voucher is available to young adults under the age of 25 who have been in the child welfare system. This voucher can be used for up to 36 months. The voucher will help you

What is aftercare? If you do not qualify for EFC or PESS or need more help than either program can give you, there is another program called Aftercare that can help you when you are dealing with an emergency situation

What is the Keys to Independence (K2I) program? Keys to Independence (K2I) is a program that helps you get your learner’s permit and/or driver’s license. The program helps youth in foster care and young adults with learning to drive, getting