It was clear from the thought leaders that a major part of successful residential programs was to have youth oriented services such as peer mentors and youth empowerment as part of the service structure linked to the residential placement.
It was clear from the thought leaders that a major part of successful residential programs was to have youth oriented services such as peer mentors and youth empowerment as part of the service structure linked to the residential placement.
Residential placement is an integral part of a service structure for YIT. An unfortunate by-product of the lack of seamless services for YIT is that many end up homeless or in the criminal justice system. A stable residence would provide an opportunity for individuals to have a successful transition to adult hood. There are several models in place nationwide. They vary in size and scope.
Other housing priorities expressed by the Advisory Group and from the stakeholders interviewed included:
- Various housing options including congregate community residential beds, clustered housing, single room occupancy beds and supportive apartment
- Safety
- Links to services.
Table of Contents
Overview of Literature Search
Background
Best Practices
I) Access and Linkages
A. Cross Systems Approach
B. Care Coordination
C. Family Links
D. Workforce
II) Population
A. Eligibility
B. Diverse Populations Involved with Youth in Transition
C. Schools (Screenings and Assessments)
III) Services
A. Overarching Service Needs
B. Employment
C. Education Services
D. Self-Determination and Empowerment
E. Youth Mentors
F. Clinical Services
G. Individualized and Person Centered Planning
H. Cultural Competence
I. Adult Skills Training
IV) Financing
A. Overarching Funding including Blended Models
B. Youth Oriented Services
C. Employment and Education
(Subset of Youth-Oriented Services)
D. Clinical Services
V) Housing
A. Various Housing Options for Youth in Transition
B. YIT Services Linked to Housing
C. Housing Model Funding
VI) Transition to Independence Process System (TIP)
(Emerging Best Practice)