This document was printed from the website of the California Evidence-Based Clearinghouse for Child Welfare (CEBC), which you can access at http://www.cebc4cw.org/
This document was printed from the website of the California Evidence-Based Clearinghouse for Child Welfare (CEBC), which you can access at http://www.cebc4cw.org/
Type of Maltreatment: Not specified
Target Population: Foster youth ages 16-23 who are, or are at-risk of, becoming homeless. The program is designed to allow transition aged youth (TAY) to participate.
Brief Description:(The information in this program outline is provided by the program representative and edited by the CEBC staff.)
My First Place, formerly listed on the CEBC website as Supported Housing Program, has been reviewed by the CEBC in the area of Youth Transitioning into Adulthood, but lacks the necessary research evidence to be given either a Scientific Rating or a Child Welfare Relevance Rating. It is the mission of First Place for Youth to support youth in their transition from foster care to successful adulthood by promoting choices and strengthening individual and community resources. First Place for Youth works to ensure that all foster youth have the opportunity to experience a safe and supported transition from foster care. The My First Place program consists of a supportive housing program, an academic enrichment program, counseling, youth community center, and collaboration with other Bay Area organizations. The goal of the My First Place program is for youth to obtain the skills necessary to live independently and succeed on their own.
Contact name: Aron Sumii
Affiliation/Agency: First Place for Youth
Email: asumii@firstplaceforyouth.org
Phone: 510-272-0979
Fax: 510-272-9303
Website: http://www.firstplaceforyouth.org
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