California
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Resources in your state
Life skills
Independent Living Program
This is a Christian organization serving transition-age foster youth. They provide mentors and job skills. Fostering Hope LA's strategy is to provide...
Mental health
Health care
Education: College / Higher Ed
Housing
Life skills
John Burton Advocates for Youth (JBAY) is a statewide non-profit organization based in San Francisco, California. JBAY works to improve the quality of...
Education
Education: College / Higher Ed
Life skills
By providing education and housing support to former foster youth, along with critically important life-guidance, Journey House helps former foster...
Housing
Life skills
WE LIFT LA’s mission is to empower transitional aged youth and young adults aged out of the foster care system to achieve independence through...
Extended foster care
Emergency support
Housing
Pathways is an 18-36 month program for emancipated youth who are at risk of homelessness. We offer dynamic and comprehensive services to youth who are...
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Health Care for Former Foster Youth
Did you know that young people from foster care have access to free Medicaid after they turn 18 through their 26th birthday? Qualification to access Medicaid is NOT dependant on employment or education status.
