Program Info
The Achieving Independence Center is a DHS funded program that assists youth, ages 14-23, with identifying and developing independent living skills and becoming more self-sufficient. It supports education, employment, life skills and well-being services for 1,000 foster care youth annually. Throughout the year, AIC Members work with Coaches according to an individualized goal plan focused on improving education, employment, permanency and life skills outcomes.
WHAT TO EXPECT
Once referred and proven eligible, you will need to attend orientation to learn more about the program and sign up. During Orientation, a coach will be assigned to you. Together you two will meet to create a goal plan and determine how you would like to utilize AIC services.
WHAT’S OFFERED
• Youth Advisory Board
• SEPTA Passes
• Dinner, Snacks, etc.
• Healthy Relationship Classes, Safe
• Sex Supplies & Testing
• Help with employment
• LGBTQ+ Supports
• Mentoring & Permanency Supports
• Life Skills Instruction with Incentives
• Housing Counseling & Referrals to Housing Programs
• Parenting Supports
• Other services, activities and events
The Achieving Independence Center has various services members can utilize upon enrollment including:
• Life Skills and Employment Classes
• Connections to Housing Resources
• Job Preparedness and Employment Assistance
• Temple University Education Supports
• Planned Parenthood
• PYN Work Ready and PhillyWorks Grant
• Act 91 Re-Entry
• Amplify Mentoring Program
