TRANSITION

FOSTER CARE TRANSITION GUIDE
Contents
Purpose of this Toolkit .......................................................................... 3
Key Terms .......................................................................................... 6
Transition Planning: Take Charge of Your Future ....................................... 7
Accessing Educational Opportunities ..................................................... 13
Finding Job and Career Support ............................................................ 23
Managing Your Money ......................................................................... 27
Obtaining Essential Documents ............................................................ 31
Building a Support Network ................................................................. 34
Securing Housing ............................................................................... 36
Taking Care of Your Physical and Mental Health ...................................... 45
Getting Where You Need to Go ............................................................. 53
Conclusion ........................................................................................ 57
Resources ......................................................................................... 58
Appendix A: Foster Youth Serving Organizations ............................... 58
Appendix B: Information about State Tuition Waivers and Vouchers ..... 59
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