Independent Living Apartment Program
Braley and Thompson offers
foster care youth ages 17-21 an Independent Living Apartment Program that
includes on-site comprehensive case management in a safe and secure
environment. Residents receive an IL
assessment and individualized service planning, educational opportunities,
vocational supports and employment assistance.
Braley and Thompson offers a unique approach to teaching independent
living skills. Residents participate in
traditional classroom instruction in addition to hands-on, skill based
training. Each apartment is furnished
and located near public transportation, shopping, educational facilities and
employment opportunities. Braley and
Thompson’s Independent Living Apartment Program provides supports and services
to help young people transition from foster care to successful independence.
Services Provided:
Services Provided:
- Safe, licensed independent living residence monitored by qualified staff
- Extensive on-site case management services
- Coordination of employment, medical and psychological needs, educational opportunities and transportation
- Assessment of youth skills using Casey Life Skills and service planning based on specific needs
- Unique approach to teaching independent living skills including traditional classroom instruction and hands-on, skill based training
- Emergency on-call services 24 hours a day/7 days a week
- Mental Health Support services if eligible
Community Independent Living Courses
What is Community
Independent Living Courses?
Braley and Thompson is offering a 10 week independent living course to all community youth ages 14-21. A highly skilled instructor will use a unique approach to teaching skills necessary to live a successful, independent life.
Who is eligible?
Community independent living classes are offered to any community youth ages 14-21. Referrals are accepted from DSS, court services, FAPT, case managers, mentors, mental health support workers, teacher and parents.
What will my youth receive?
All participants will receive a Casey Life Skills assessment, an individualized learning plan, instruction from a highly skilled trainer, hands-on experience, a course workbook and a certificate of completion.
What curriculum will be used to teach my youth independent living skills?
A skilled instructor will use a Casey Life Skills based curriculum and Casey recommended resources including a participant work book. A combination of traditional classroom instruction and hands-on skill based training are used to teach the skills necessary for living successful, independent lives. Participants gain real world experience and knowledge.
What topics will be covered during the 10 week course?
How to register my youth for this independent living course:
Contact Laura Hutchison at 540.725.2025 for additional information or to register a youth.
Braley and Thompson is offering a 10 week independent living course to all community youth ages 14-21. A highly skilled instructor will use a unique approach to teaching skills necessary to live a successful, independent life.
Who is eligible?
Community independent living classes are offered to any community youth ages 14-21. Referrals are accepted from DSS, court services, FAPT, case managers, mentors, mental health support workers, teacher and parents.
What will my youth receive?
All participants will receive a Casey Life Skills assessment, an individualized learning plan, instruction from a highly skilled trainer, hands-on experience, a course workbook and a certificate of completion.
What curriculum will be used to teach my youth independent living skills?
A skilled instructor will use a Casey Life Skills based curriculum and Casey recommended resources including a participant work book. A combination of traditional classroom instruction and hands-on skill based training are used to teach the skills necessary for living successful, independent lives. Participants gain real world experience and knowledge.
What topics will be covered during the 10 week course?
- Budgeting/Finances
- Career Skills
- Communication
- Community Resources
- Daily Living Skills
- Education
- Meal Planning/Preparation
- Relationships
- Self Care
How to register my youth for this independent living course:
Contact Laura Hutchison at 540.725.2025 for additional information or to register a youth.
