Concrete Supports for Youth Transitioning to Independent Living

Transitioning out of foster care and into independent living is one of the most significant milestones a young person can face. For many transition-aged youth, this step happens without the family support, financial resources, or basic household items most young adults rely on. A Found Future’s Concrete Supports for Youth Transitioning to Independent Living program helps bridge this gap by providing essential furnishings and household items that allow young people to establish safe, stable, and functional homes as they begin adulthood. Youth exiting foster care often move into independent living settings with little more than personal belongings. An unfurnished home can increase stress, undermine emotional wellbeing, and make it harder to maintain routines that support education, employment, and health. Concrete supports play a critical role in promoting stability by:

• Supporting physical and emotional wellbeing

• Strengthening a sense of dignity, accomplishment, and self-worth

• Increasing the likelihood of remaining stably housed

• Creating an environment conducive to healthy daily routines

A stable home is foundational to long-term success, and these supports help ensure young people are not starting adulthood at a disadvantage.

Our Offerings:

Through this program, A Found Future provides youth transitioning into independent living with essential items that transform an empty space into a livable home, including:

• A couch to create a functional living area

• A dining room set or desk to support meals, studying, and daily activities

• Kitchen essentials such as cookware, dishes, and utensils

• Household necessities including linens, towels, and cleaning supplies