Life Skills

Youth in foster care 16-21 are eligible to complete the Independent Living Curriculum. The curriculum discusses such topics as employment, education, health and healthy relationships. Youth will receive a $250 gift card for completing the curriculum. For more information, contact your regional Regional Independent Living Specialist.

Helpful Bits

Healthy Eating

• Good and Cheap - Eating healthy on a dime

Calming Tools

• Square Breathing Graphic
• My Safe Place Tree
• What is Mindfulness  

Understanding Money and Credit

• Identity Theft Protection Tip Sheet
• Know Your Credit History - How to Interpret a Credit Report
• Identity Theft - How to Resolve Errors on Your Credit Report
• Creating a Credit Profile - How to Build Your Credit
• What You Need to Know About Taxes
• Protect Yourself and Your Stuff – What You Need to Know About Insurance

Advice for Teens

• Stayteen.org

Building Healthy Relationships

• Is My Relationship Healthy?
• Am I A Good Partner?
• Setting Boundaries with Your Partner
• Break The Cycle Warning Signs - Flip Book
• What the Cycle of Abuse Looks Like
• A Teen’s Guide to Safety Planning

Communication Skills

• “I” Statements - Examples and Practice Scenarios
• Anger Management Skills
• 5 Tips for Resolving Conflicts

Sexuality Education

• Scarleteen