Welcome!

Hello, young people! Below are some great contacts to help answer questions and resolve issues:

FosterClub has a dedicated team of folks to help you find what you need in Texas. Call them at  503-717-1552 or email them here. They can help you find resources to help you transition to adulthood and connect you to leadership opportunities. 

For problems or complaints, contact Texas's Ombudsman, at 1-512-239-4000.

Healthcare for Former Foster Youth (FFY).

Did you know that former foster youth have access to free Medicaid after they turn 18 until their 26th birthday? Qualification for FFY to access Medicaid is not dependant on employment or education status. Check out the #Healthcare FFY campaign for more information about this program!


To apply online, visit here
For application assistance, call the Texas Foster Youth Justice Project at 1-877-313-3688. 

BLOGS


Cassidy Mack

By KaylaM — Feb 2, 2018

Cassidy spent her early years in the Texas foster care system (over 2,000 days in care!). At age 6, she was adopted by Jenn McKown. She started doing Musical Theater at a young age but after meeting Ryan Gosling, she decided she was interested in... Read more

Ernesto's Story

By FCJessica — Apr 6, 2015

Hello, my name is Ernesto. I’m 24 years of age, and I am a gay man who was in foster care for six years. In 2003, my little brother and I were put into the foster care system and placed in a shelter - I was 13 years old. I was scared where I was at, the guys were mean and called me names. I guess this wasn’t anything new, others had called me “GAY”, “FAGGOT” or “QUEER” before. The fear of being different or singled out kept me from coming out. I knew I was gay at a young age of about five. I liked boys, but people didn’t accept that. I knew you got bullied for it. This kept me in the closet throughout my time in foster care. I didn’t talk to anyone other than my little brother while at the shelter. After three months of being there, we were moved to a foster home in San Antonio. Read more

RESOURCES

Texas - THRU Project

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According to your likes/dislikes, THRU Project can match & pair you with a volunteer mentor. They will provide a listening ear and a support system for you. We can help a bus pass to help with transportation We can provide a cell phone and service... Read more


Texas: Rights of Children and Youth in Foster Care

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The Texas DFPS website above provides a list to inform foster children of their rights within the child welfare system.Read more


Texas: Housing Option For Young Adults With Lived Foster Care Experience.

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10460 Supervised Independent Living (SIL) 10461 Overview and Purpose of SIL CPS October 2020 Supervised independent living (SIL) settings are living arrangements offered through the Extended Foster Care program. They allow young adults to reside in a less-restrictive, non-traditional foster care setting while he or... Read more


Medical and Mental Health Services in Texas

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Texas Health and Human Services provide a broad range of services to cover mental and physical health services to eligible people across Texas. Services range from: Clinics and Health Organizations (such as nursing homes, elderly care, disability care, pharmacies, and other options) Foster Care Specific... Read more


Texas Youth Connection

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Texas Youth Connection provides an array of resources for young people with lived foster care experience. This website can lead you to the right individual and or organization for support in College/Higher Education, Housing, Independent Living (IL) Services, Leadership Opportunity, Life Skills, Complaints, Job search,... Read more