We are working with the department of social services to provide life skills training to teenagers in foster care.

Youth and young adults who have experienced extended time in foster care are at increased risk of negative consequences once they leave care. This includes dropping out of school, unplanned parenthood, high rates of untreated illness, homelessness, criminal activity, depression and suicide.

To improve outcomes, the Independent Living Services for Foster Children (NC LINKS) provides services and resources to:

  • Youth and young adults currently or formerly in foster care ages 13-17

  • Young adults who are between the ages of 18-21 and are participating in Foster Care 18 to 21

  • Young adults who aged out of foster care at age 18 and are not participating in Foster Care 18 to 21

  • Youth aged 13-21 who are or were in foster care may request LINKS services from their county Department of Social Services.

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