Foster youth are no strangers to stigma. As a THP agency in California, we have seen this time and time again over the years. There are commonly held beliefs about foster children, most of them negative, unfortunately, that seem to persist through the years. No matter how many former foster children go on to accomplish great things in their lives, some seem to view foster youth as “lesser” in some way. Nothing could be further from the truth, of course, as we have seen first-hand in the many amazing young people we have been fortunate to serve. As with everything else in this field, there seems to be a stigma connected to transitional housing, which we would like to break below. 

It’s Not a Short-Term Fix | THP Agency in California

Our THP agency in California makes it a point to clarify the fact that transitional housing is far more than just a quick fix. This is not a last resort for young people who have lost all of their other options or opportunities. Rather, this is a great program that serves as a bridge between youth and adult life. The transitional housing program does an excellent job of providing both housing and life skills training, as well as other forms of support that are badly needed during these formative years. 

Positive Outcomes Are Common

When a young person takes part in a program through our THP agency in California, positive results can be expected. These youths often achieve higher rates of educational achievement, employment, and housing stability later in life. In other words, this program creates a foundation on which a bright future can be built. When seen through this light, as a process that leads to great outcomes and many possibilities, it’s impossible to see the transitional housing program as anything but a huge success.

If you are eligible for the transitional housing program and interested in learning more, apply now. If you want to become a mentor for the young adults in the THP program, contact Children First Foster Family Agency.

Children First FFA is a private, non-profit organization in Northern California that is dedicated to helping change lives by providing a safe place for children to heal in a culture of love, acceptance, and consistency.