Independent Living Program
Postsecondary Education Services and Support (PESS) is available to former foster youth who have completed high school or the equivalent and are pursuing post-secondary education. The payment is a monthly stipend in the amount of $1,720 to help cover the cost of housing and utilities.
Education and Training Voucher (ETV) is a federal grant to help fund eligible former foster youth who are enrolled in postsecondary programs.
Extended foster care is available to current and former foster youth who turned 18 in the Department’s legal custody and allows you the opportunity to continue residing in or return to licensed foster care or a supervised living arrangement. Extended foster care provides continued case management services, court oversight, room and board, and other services needed to ensure success as an independent adult.
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