On a regular basis we will conduct a series of training/learning opportunities at home and with business and community organizations that will focus on practical skills that are necessary to live independently within the community. We may also arrange training modules through community-based training or participation in inter-agency SIL ollaborations. Monthly trainings are focused on daily living skills, household management, budgeting, money management, interpersonal communication, conflict resolution, employment, educational services, vocational training, and substance abuse, effective use of medical, dental, & mental health services, preventive health services, community resource training and transportation. The amount of time devoted to each topic is based solely on the individual needs of the client except for guest speakers.

Your Case Manager will assist you with many treatment issues and based upon your needs she/he will make referrals for continued therapeutic treatment (group or individual counseling) to a therapist or counselor with a minimum or a master’s degree who is certified or licensed by the State to provide said services. Therapy can provide you with on-going individual counseling and/or group counseling. Group therapy may be recommended to facilitate your adjustment into the program and help you to meet with other young adults who are facing the same challenges of transitioning to independent living. The SIL programs also make provisions for Psychiatric and Psychological evaluations if you need those services. Psychiatric support includes medication and medication monitoring.

You will receive assistance in developing job training skills, placement programs and help in obtaining employment, as needed. If necessary, you will be referred to employment assistance agencies and may also receive vocational testing, counseling and training. We will advocate for you related to employment while assisting you in locating, obtaining and maintaining employment. If employed, you will be required to complete an Employment Verification Form. Verification forms will need to be updated as often as your employer changes.

You will receive counseling and training in maintaining an appropriate budget, which allows you to meet your financial obligations and accrue savings. You will continue to receive guidance and instruction on paying your debts/bills in a timely manner. Each client will receive their monthly stipend. With our assistance a savings account will be established, to budget and receive monthly stipend payments.

You will receive assistance in developing an educational program based on your individual needs. In addition, your Case Manager will assist you in obtaining financial aid, student loans and scholarships as needed. You will be expected to complete an Educational Verification Form and provide the Case Manager with current class schedules and class progress as often as needed.

Youth shall receive a screening for potential mental health issues within 30 days of placement. If it is determined that there is an identified need, the child will be referred for mental health services. The mental health screening is to be performed during initial and subsequent periodic or yearly well child exams.

A portfolio is information that you will need when getting a job, a bank account, housing, etc. Your Case Manager will assist you in obtaining the necessary information for your portfolio.