Hearts With A Mission’s Independent Living Program (ILP) assists youth age 14-23 who are, or were in foster care (for at least 180 days, after the age of 13) to take the next steps in their lives to gain life skills and become independent adults.
The program teaches youth valuable skills to make a successful transition from foster care to independent living.
Jackson County
(541) 646-7385
Josephine County
(541) 956-4190
Services are available to all eligible youth regardless of race, color, gender, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, or disability. Walk-ins, drop-offs, and referrals are all assessed and screened to identify needs, eligibility and appropriateness. All youth entering the shelter will be cleared by local Law Enforcement.
Life Skills Training
- Financial planning
- Housing
- Support accessing rent assistance
- Health
- Mental health care
- Legal issues
- Shopping
- Housekeeping
- Personal appearance
- Recreation and transportation
- Cooking, etc.
Educational & Vocational Skills
- Tutoring
- Driver’s education
- Pre-vocational training
- Vocational training
- College tours
- GED completion
Peer Support
- Groups and youth networks
- Positive recreational activities
- Retreats
- Youth conferences
Employment Coaching
- Resume building
- Interview skills
- Job search and placement
Hearts With A Mission’s Independent Living Program (ILP) assists youth age 14-23 and over who are, or were in foster care to take the next steps in their lives to become independent adults.
The program teaches youth valuable skills to make a successful transition from foster care to independent living.
The program offers a variety of learning opportunities, including: skills groups, and one-on-one supports, access to financial support (through ILP discretionary funds), Independent Living Housing Subsidy Program, and education/grant support.
All services are individually tailored to the needs of the specific youth.
”Everyone was very welcoming and gave great advice. It gave me a place to get to know myself a little better.
Chris