Youth Aging Out of Foster Care (Ages 18-23) 

 

Program Rules, Responsibilities & Life Standards 

Our Mission 

To provide safe, structured housing and life development support that empowers young adults aging out of foster care to become responsible, independent, and successful members of society. 

Program Motto 

“Structure Builds Strength. Discipline Builds Destiny.” 

Residents are expected to live by this principle daily. 

Core Values 

  • Accountability 
  • Respect 
  • Responsibility 
  • Integrity 
  • Growth 
  • Faith, Character & Moral Development

SECTION 1: RESIDENT RESPONSIBILITIES

All residents must: 

  • Maintain respectful behavior toward staff and housemates. 
  • Follow house schedule and curfew. 
  • Keep personal and shared spaces clean. 
  • Participate in required life skills programming. 
  • Communicate openly with staff regarding needs or concerns. 
  • Follow all state and program guidelines. 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

SECTION 2: EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS 

Education is mandatory unless otherwise approved. 

Each resident must: 

Be enrolled in high school, GED program, trade school, college, or certification 

program. 

Attend all scheduled classes consistently. 

Maintain passing grades. 

Provide proof of enrollment and attendance monthly. 

Participate in tutoring if academic performance declines. 

If a resident does not have a high school diploma, enrollment in a GED program is required 

within 30 days of placement. 

 

 

SECTION 3: EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS

All residents must be actively working toward employment independence. 

Residents are required to: 

Secure part–time or full–time employment within 30-45 days of placement (unless enrolled full–time in school). 

Maintain consistent employment attendance. 

  • Participate in workforce development training. 
  • Contribute a percentage of income toward savings (minimum 50%).50% 
  • Learn budgeting and financial literacy skills. 
  • Failure to maintain employment without valid reason will result in corrective action. 

 

SECTION 4: CURFEW & HOUSE 

EXPECTATIONS 

Curfew: 

Sunday–Thursday: 9:30 PM 

Friday–Saturday: 11:00 PM 

Residents must: 

Sign in and out when leaving. 

  • Notify staff of work or school schedule changes. 
  • Not allow unauthorized visitors. 
  • No overnight guests. 

 

 

SECTION 5: BEHAVIORAL STANDARDS

Zero Tolerance For: 

  • Drugs or alcohol use on property 
  • Violence or threats 
  • Theft 
  • Weapons 
  • Criminal activity 

Residents must: 

  • Speak respectfully 
  • Resolve conflict appropriately 
  • Follow staff instructions 
  • Maintain emotional regulation 
  • Conflict resolution sessions will be required when needed. 

 

 

 

SECTION 6: MORAL & CHARACTER 

DEVELOPMENT 

Our program promotes: 

 

  • Honesty 
  • Personal integrity 
  • Respect for authority 
  • Respect for self and others 
  • Accountability for actions Community involvement 

Residents will participate in: 

  • Weekly life skills workshops 
  • Character development sessions 
  • Goal–setting meetings 
  • Personal growth mentoring 

 

 

 

SECTION 7: FINANCIAL RESPONSIBILITY

Residents must: 

 

  • Open and maintain a bank account. 
  • Participate in budgeting classes. 
  • Build a savings account. 
  • Avoid unnecessary debt. 
  • Learn credit–building strategies. 

Savings Goal: 

Minimum $1,000 saved before transition to independent living (unless otherwise approved). 

 

 

 

SECTION 8: LIFE SKILLS TRAINING 

Mandatory participation in: 

Cooking & nutrition education 

  • Cleaning & home maintenance 
  • Transportation planning 
  • Time management 
  • Interview skills 
  • Conflict resolution 
  • Independent living planning 

 

 

 

SECTION 9: PERSONAL GROWTH PLAN

Within 14 days of placement, each resident must develop: 

 

  • A 6–month goal plan 
  • A 12–month independence plan 
  • Education & employment goals 
  • Financial goals 
  • Housing transition plan 
  • Progress reviewed monthly. 

 

 

 

 

 

SECTION 10: DISCIPLINARY ACTION 

If rules are violated: 

  1. Verbal Warning 
  2. Written Warning 
  3. Behavioral Contract 
  4. Program Review Meeting 
  5. Possible Discharge (if safety or compliance risks occur) 

 

 

 

 

Our Commitment to Youth 

We commit to: 

  • Providing structure without judgment Teaching independence, not dependence 
  • Offering accountability with compassion 
  • Preparing each resident for real–world success 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Daily Affirmation Residents Will Follow 

“I am responsible for my future. 

I will work hard. 

I will respect myself and others. 

I will build my life with discipline and purpose.”