{"id":4114,"date":"2021-08-23T19:24:11","date_gmt":"2021-08-23T19:24:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/hoaa.heartofadoptions.com\/?p=4114"},"modified":"2021-08-23T19:24:11","modified_gmt":"2021-08-23T19:24:11","slug":"what-are-the-steps-to-take-when-aging-out-or-exiting-foster-care","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/hoaa.heartofadoptions.com\/what-are-the-steps-to-take-when-aging-out-or-exiting-foster-care\/","title":{"rendered":"What are the Steps to Take When \u2018Aging Out\u2019 or Exiting Foster Care?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Traditional foster care programs protect a child until they are 18 years of age. The Administration for Children\u00a0and\u00a0Families estimates around 20,000 youth\u00a0are exiting foster\u00a0care\u00a0or \u201caging out\u201d annually\u00a0without a permanent home.\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/hoaa.heartofadoptions.com\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Heart of Adoptions Alliance<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u00a0can\u00a0ensure they are\u00a0aware of\u00a0the\u00a0tools and resources\u00a0available to help them gain adult independence.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Although 18\u00a0years\u00a0old is\u00a0considered an adult, a person\u00a0leaving foster care\u00a0at that age can still be quite vulnerable. When they lose access to the support system they had in place, they are at higher risk to experience:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"1\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Housing instability or homelessness<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233279&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"1\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Behavioral and physical health problems<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233279&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"1\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"3\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Criminal activity<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233279&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"1\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"4\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Minimal\u00a0opportunity for\u00a0higher\u00a0education<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233279&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Fortunately,\u00a0most\u00a0states\u00a0have an extension program in place for aging out foster youth.\u00a0These resources\u00a0positively impact\u00a0youth who\u00a0are still at a critical development stage of their life. There are\u00a0many\u00a0ways\u00a0these\u00a0programs\u00a0assist\u00a0young adults.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Education Assistance<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Higher levels of education are linked to job stability and increased earnings in adulthood. Programs can walk the\u00a0teen\u00a0through how to apply to college, securing financial aid, and finding a mentor or a tutor. Tuition waivers are available in many states for current and former foster children. Grants and scholarships are also available.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Health Care<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">If the youth aging out of foster care\u00a0is on Medicaid, many are eligible to remain on it for health care coverage.\u00a0If they do not meet Medicaid requirements, the Affordable Care Act allows them to purchase coverage on the marketplace\u00a0where premiums are reduced based\u00a0on income levels.\u00a0Resources can also help the youth select a healthcare power of attorney, which is critical if there is no legal guardian to make\u00a0emergency\u00a0decisions.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Managing\u00a0Finances<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Starting adulthood with basic financial knowledge is\u00a0vital.\u00a0A curriculum has been developed to help aging\u00a0out foster youth learn financial skills. They\u00a0are educated\u00a0about credit, paying bills, budgeting, banking, saving, investing, and identity protection.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Employment Assistance<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Gaining employment can be a critical step for foster youth.\u00a0American Job Centers are located throughout the United States. They are a resource to help foster youth identify training programs, write a resume,\u00a0learn interview skills,\u00a0find\u00a0a job, and more.\u00a0The centers\u00a0can also help the individual understand their\u00a0employee\u00a0rights, which is\u00a0critical at\u00a0any\u00a0age\u00a0or circumstance.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Housing\u00a0Assistance<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Youth aging out of the foster system are at greater risk of experiencing homelessness. There are both state and federal programs to offer housing assistance for youth exiting foster care. It can come in the form of subsidized housing, vouchers, stipends, or shelters.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Once a youth ages out of foster care, extension programs have proven to offer enormous benefits. The individual is more likely to be enrolled in school, receive educational aid, and be more connected to school and work. The likelihood they will\u00a0earn a high school diploma and enroll in post-secondary school increases as well. Longer-term benefits include housing stability and higher chances of employment.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">A wealth of resources exists to support aging out foster youth in many areas. Check with your state to see what programs are in place to help. Teens without a permanent home need support to ensure a solid foundation as they launch into adulthood. If you or someone you know is aging out of the foster system,\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/hoaa.heartofadoptions.com\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Heart of Adoptions Alliance<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u00a0can connect you with the appropriate organizations, gather information for applications, and make the most of the extension program resources.\u00a0Call\u00a0<\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">866-432-7860<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u00a0or email us at\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"mailto:info@heartofadoptionsalliance.com\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">info@heartofadoptionsalliance.com<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">to talk with a foster\u00a0care\u00a0professional\u00a0and\u00a0create a plan for your future.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Traditional foster care programs protect a child until they are 18 years of age. 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