When you leave foster care, finding a place to live and being on your own is a big step. You will need to plan ahead to find housing that is safe, affordable and convenient. You will be faced with several new opportunities and challenges such as what housing option is right for you, what skills does it take to live on your own and what type of assistance is available.

When making housing decisions, keep these things in mind when deciding on what living arrangement is right for you.

• Where do you want to live?
• Do you need to live close to your school, job or public transportation?
• How much can you afford to spend on rent and other housing expenses?
• Do you want to live with family or friends?

Here are some resources to help you as you start your housing search:

• Leslie Family Children’s Foundation – they provide a support network that will include a Life Coach, Counsleors, Parenting Programs, Mentoring and many more skills needed to provide guidance in becoming a productive member of society; they list housing resources on their website