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Independent Living Program offered by Washington State Department of Children, Youth & Families

1115 Washington Street Southeast, Olympia, WA 98501

Eligibility

Youth are eligible for the IL program if they are/were age 15-17 in an established dependency through DCYF or a tribal child welfare agency and in an out-of-home foster care placement for at least 30 days between ages 15 to 18th birthday. Once initial eligibility is determined the youth will continue to be eligible until their 18th birthday.

Hours

M-F, 8am-5pm.
(360) 902-8063
Voice·

Daytime Intake

Application process

Call for information. Caseworker should complete the referral form in Famine and submit the form to the contracted provider or regional IL lead.

Fees

None.

Service area

WA

Other Information

Focus Population

  • Foster Youth

Age Group

  • Adolescents (13-17)
Prepares foster and former foster youth to live independently by increasing their skills, knowledge and competency. Contracts with local community based agencies and federally recognized tribes throughout the state to provide independent living skills. Services may include:
  • Daily Living Skills
  • Educational Support
  • Career Exploration
  • Vocational Training
  • Job Placement and Retention
  • Funding available up to $500 for independent living enrichment activities related to the youth's independent living goals.

Data provided by

Washington 211

Providing organization

Washington State Department of Children, Youth & Families
Works to support children, youth, and families. Oversees the state’s child welfare, juvenile rehabilitation, and early care and education programs.