Independent Living Program

Texas Independent Living Program

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.

Additional information can be found on this PDF handout with links: https://www.dfps.state.tx.us/Child_Protection/Youth_and_Young_Adults/Transitional_Living/documents/Transitional_Living_Services_Handout.pdf

Eligibility

  • Transitional services are multipurpose and available to youth ages 14 up to 23. Transitional living services include Circles of Support, and Preparation for Adult Living (PAL),