TRANSITION AGE YOUTH | COUNTY OF SANTA CRUZ-HUMAN SERVICES DEPARTMENT-FAMILY & CHILDREN
Resource Name:TRANSITION AGE YOUTH | COUNTY OF SANTA CRUZ-HUMAN SERVICES DEPARTMENT-FAMILY & CHILDREN
TRANSITION AGE YOUTH
address
500 Westridge Drive, Watsonville, CA 95076
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Serves current and former foster youth age 15-24 in making a healthy transition to adulthood. Programs include counseling, skill-building, a drop-in center and subsidized supportive housing.
TAY programs include:
- The Independent Living Program (ILP) serves current and former foster and probation placement youth age 15-21. Assists youth to develop independent living skills to successfully transition to self-sufficiency and includes services such as one-on-one counseling, assistance in obtaining ID cards, driving permits and licenses and workshops on topics that assist youth in achieving personal, education and vocational goals.
- The Transitional Housing Program is a supportive housing program for former non-minor dependents and foster youth between the ages 18-24. Supports with financial assistance, educational expenses, emotional support, life skills coaching, and referral to community resources to help them achieve the financial stability.
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Providing organization
Provides services to children who have been abused or neglected, or are at risk of abuse or neglect, with a focus on child safety, child and family well-being and permanent homes for children. We work collaboratively with many local agencies and community partners to support and strengthen families and keep children safe in Santa Cruz County.