Child, Youth & Family Programs offered at Catholic Charities Serving Central WA in Yakima

Offers support groups, education, foster care and adoption supports, as well as special programs for foster youth and teens. Foster Teen & Young Adult Programs: Provides programs that guide and support foster youth between the ages of 14-23, as they transition from foster care to self-sufficiency. Through group trainings, one-on-one coaching, and adult and peer mentors, youth receive support to pursue their education, train for employment, learn financial literacy, and develop critical life skills such as creating healthy relationships, self-advocacy, and maintaining support networks. Also assist homeless youth and youth ages 18-24, who have transitioned from foster care with obtaining and maintaining housing. Helps youth in setting and achieving personal goals related to living independently.