Independent Living Program
Rhode Island Independent Living Services
About this resource
Independent Living (IL) Programs help current and former foster youth reach their independent living goals, providing services for education, employment, housing, budgeting and building a support network to assist youth as they transition to adulthood.
To enroll in the Transitional Education Program, you’ll be referred to us by your DCYF social worker. Once we have the referral, we’ll set up a time to meet with you to complete a Holistic Youth Assessment (HYA), which evaluates the strength of your skills in such areas as relationships and communication, housing and money management, and career and education planning.
Eligibility
- Through the Transitional Education Program we’re preparing young people, ages 16-21 who are in Rhode Island DCYF out-of-home care or who participate in the YESS Aftercare program, for a successful transition to adulthood.