Innovative Services NW
Transitions

The Transitions program
empowers current and former foster youth to build strong foundations for brighter futures through training, advocacy and involvement

The Transitions program offers current and former foster youth, 15-19 years of age, a combination of group instruction, interaction and individualized case management services to help in the areas of:

• Life Planning, Coaching and Guidance
• Education and Employment Support
• Communication and Relationship Building

• Create a solid, supportive foundation for success
• Inform the community about strengths, needs and concerns of youth involved in the foster care system
• Provide a safe and healthy environment for completing goals
• Engage youth and promote self-advocacy and youth leadership skills
• Develop a positive peer-to-peer support network

• Utilize input and feedback from each participant
• Formalize a collaborative relationship with community support agencies
• Provide individualized/group support and training
• Empower youth to take charge of their lives

Pathways to Independence is a 13-week series of workshops designed to lay the groundwork for a youth's successful transition to independent living.

The curriculum incorporates a transition framework based on William Bridge's book, Managing Transitions, which defines "transition" as the emotional process that people experience when they come to terms with change.

The Transitions program believes that one vital factor in creating successful change is recognizing and addressing the emotional and psychological effects of the change process.

Are You Ready to Get Started?

or do you need more information?
Call or visit the friendly Transitions Staff!

(360) 750-5836

10401 NE Fourth Plain Rd., Suite 101
Vancouver, WA 98662