High school support and retention for youth transitioning out of a dependent care system/foster care.
- group activities, homework help and individual counseling sessions
- Educational & vocational training linkages and referrals
- GED linkages and referrals
- Assistance obtaining higher education – including individual counseling sessions, workshops, college tours and fairs, as well as assistance in completing post-secondary applications, financial aid application, scholarship applications, and
- Education & Training Grant assistance – including individual counseling sessions to complete the application process
- Length of service is 1 to 4 years
- Schedule is part-time
- No transportation assistance available
CRITERIA
- Philadelphia Resident
- Involved in the foster care system
- Ages 13-21
- Individuals with criminal background eligible
REFERRAL FORM
CONTACT
Harold Brooks, harold.brooks@temple.edu
Phone: 215-574-9194 ext.232
Fax: 215-574-9196
Website: https://cspcd.temple.edu/achieving-independence-center