Transitional Housing Responds to "Aging Out" Crisis

The YWCA Santa Monica / Westside's Transitional Housing and Education program for young women emancipated from foster care has been changing lives for over 11 years by emphasizing education, employment and adult responsibility in a structured, supportive environment. Eight participants are offered residence for up to two-and-a-half years, during which time they are given meals and support services and guided toward academic programs, vocational training, health care and other community services. In turn, they pursue their educational training full-time, work part-time, and maintain a savings account.

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• santa monica
• emancipated foster women
• transitional housing
• independent living
• life skills