Resources for Youth

Transitioning into adulthood can be difficult. Having resources, like your Independent Living (IL) worker, can make the transition easier and more comfortable. Below are some resources that may help you, but feel free to contact your IL worker for any specific questions you might have.

Welcome To Ada County Child Protection Court
Welcome To Ada County Child Protection Court

An educational introduction video was created to help foster children prepare for the Child Protection Court process and facility. This video was created in the Ada County courthouse in Boise, Idah...

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2-1-1 Idaho CareLine
2-1-1 Idaho CareLine

Contact the Idaho CareLine by dialing 2-1-1 anywhere in Idaho, let them know what area you live in and what services you need. They have a database at their fingertips to help connect you to servic...

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21 Things - Don't leave foster care without them
21 Things - Don't leave foster care without them

Poster listing the 21 things everyone should have when exiting foster care.

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Apply for Medicaid
Apply for Medicaid

Before you apply for Medicaid between the ages of 21 - 26, first get a foster-care verification from your caseworker, independent living coordinator, or the statewide coordinator.

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Casey Life Skills
Casey Life Skills

Online assessment tool that helps you build a checklist of skills and strengths and identify steps that will bring you closer to achieving your goals.

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Foster Club
Foster Club

National network for young people in foster care. FosterClub helps open the way for young people to transform their lives and provides a forum to raise their voice. Members engage with peers and re...

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