Transitional Housing Program

Transitional Housing Program Plus Transitional Housing Program Plus | The Transitional Housing Program is an important piece of the puzzle for many foster youth who are moving into adulthood. These youth often do not have mentorship and can fall through the cracks. They can end up in situations less than ideal. Our social workers become the mentors that guide them and give them the tools to be successful as they grow. Some of the items they help with are: Housing Items for their new home (furniture, dishes, etc.) ID card, [...]

Director’s Corner Transitional Housing Sutter County | Have I told you, this transitional housing program (THP) changes more lives than any other program I have participated in? That’s bold to say considering my 25 years of helping foster children. Did you know that many of our participants come to us without knowing or having basic life skills? Some milestones they lack are graduating from high school, having a job, or knowing how to create or keep a budget. This is more common in former foster youth than we would like [...]

Transitional Housing Red Bluff CA | I have been asked many times by both surprised county social workers and youth THP participants, “Why do you give a second chance?” and have heard statements like, “You can just put in a discharge notice on the youth, you don’t have to put up with this.” But we do and here’s why. What is Transitional Housing Red Bluff CA? Transitional Housing was designed to be a program that supported foster youth as they moved towards independence. This program was created because the foster [...]

Housing for Former Foster Youth | The need for the foster care program is obvious, as it provides an opportunity for children without safe or stable family lives to grow and develop. However, children don’t stay young forever, and those kids will be vulnerable when they turn 18 and exit the foster program. With that said, housing for former foster youth is an important initiative, and it is available through the Transitional Housing Program Plus.  A Grim Outlook The statistics paint a clear picture of what happens to foster kids [...]

Homeless Former Foster Youth | High rates of homeless former foster youth are often reported in the foster care system – which is unfortunate, but reality. It feels like a failure of the system when former foster youth are not able to transition into successful, secure adult life. Fortunately, steps are being taken to improve the homeless former foster youth crisis, and the Transitional Housing Program Plus is a wonderful resource.  A Difficult Time When a child turns 18, he or she is no longer eligible for care under the [...]

THP Plus Requirements | About 25,000 older youth “age out” of foster care each year without a permanent family to support them. The THP Plus program is a great option for young adults trying to make a smooth transition into their independent lives. However, only certain individuals are eligible for this program, which is why it’s important to understand the THP Plus requirements before going any further. While you can always contact us for more information, we’ve included the basics in this post.  General Transitional Housing Program Qualification Requirements For [...]

The foster care system is a great way for kids who do not have a safe or supportive home environment to get the care and attention they need, either on a short- or long-term basis. But have you ever thought about what happens to these children when they turn 18 and are no longer under the foster care program? Unfortunately, only a small percentage of these kids go off to college  – many have trouble finding employment to provide for themselves. This is why the transitional housing programs California offers [...]

THP Plus | Providing a safe and caring home for children under the age of 18 is an extremely important mission. But what happens when those kids turn 18 and move beyond the scope of the foster system? Unfortunately, many of them are put in the difficult situation of being forced to provide for themselves immediately – something they are often unable to do. Through the Transitional Housing Program Plus, THP Plus, Children First FFA helps foster youth make a safe, successful transition into the community.  Setting Up for Success [...]