While the THP-Plus transitional housing program has provided critical support to many youth, there is still much work to be done to ensure that no foster or probation youth leaves the system only to find themselves homeless. Here, you’ll learn about all that FYA is doing to fight homelessness among former foster and probation youth, as well as other news and updates about housing.
May 16, 2013 - The City of Berkeley has released an RFP for MHSA funded Transition Age Youth services. Due June 6, 2013, the city seeks proposals to "provide services and supports to TAY with serious mental health issues, who are homeless or marginally housed. The project will be focused on providing youth with the necessary resources and supports that will enable them to manage the symptoms of their illness, and to take greater control of their lives....Read more »
May 15, 2013 - When AB 12, California’s Fostering Connections to Success Act, became law in January 2012, it opened a door to the possibility of safety and stability for older homeless youth and youth at risk of homelessness by providing for the expansion of federally funded, mandated supports and services to foster youth ages 18-21. We launched the Alameda County AB 12 Homeless Youth Demonstration Project to coincide with the implementation of this extraordinary new law.
May 09, 2013 - Check out Reed's new blog over at the Chronicle of Social Change! His first few posts will present the background and findings of the Alameda County AB 12 Homeless Youth Demonstration Project currently being led by FYA with partners Bay Area Legal Aid and DreamCatcher Youth Shelter. His first post, published April 26th, is at the link above. A post published today, May 9th,...Read more »
May 05, 2013 - On May 16th, from 3:30 to 5:00, FYA member Fred Finch Youth Center will host the Grand Opening of Rising Oaks, their newest facility which will provide 30 affordable housing units to youth aging out of foster care. RSVP to bekkileewendt@fredfinch.org by May 10th. Located on the FFYC campus at 3800 Coolidge Avenue in Oakland, Rising Oaks will provide young adults with a safe, supportive community,...Read more »
April 22, 2013 - A new paper by Douglas Rice, senior policy analyst at the Center on Budget and Policy Priorities, describes the effects of the sequester on homelessness. "Overall," Rice points out, "sequestration will cut more than $2 billion in 2013 from housing assistance and community-development programs administered by the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD)." Rice notes that "the cuts come at a time when the number of low-income families...Read more »
February 19, 2013 - Please note that the information in yesterday's FYA Bulletin about Nika's Place was incorrect and should be disregarded. The shelter, named in remembrance of beloved longtime DreamCatcher Program Director Nika St. Claire, is being developed by FYA member DreamCatcher Youth Shelter, a division of Alameda Family Services, and will open at a date TBD. We will keep you posted about events and the opening date of...Read more »
February 15, 2013 - FYA member Bay Area Youth Center’s Real Alternatives for Adolescence (RAFA) program began in 2003 with 5 youth ages 16-19 living in scattered site apartments. In October 2012, RAFA became the first THP-Plus Foster Care provider certified in California, licensed to now serve Non-Minor Dependents who are eligible to continue receiving services under the AB 12 extension of foster care. Today, RAFA is licensed to serve 50 youth who are...Read more »
January 30, 2013 - Recent federal funding announcements include: Emergency Solutions Grant Program: To fund projects that serve homeless individuals and families with supportive services, emergency shelter/transitional housing, assisting persons at risk of becoming homeless with homelessness prevention assistance, and providing permanent housing to the homeless population. Partnerships to Demonstrate the Effectiveness of Supportive Housing for Youth Involved in the Child Welfare System: to support projects that demonstrate the effectiveness of supportive housing for...Read more »
January 09, 2013 - Alameda County Housing and Community Development Department has announced the availability of funding under the federal HOME Investment Partnership (HOME) Program for the development of affordable housing for projects in the HOME Consortium as well as the availability of funding from the federal HOPWA Program (Housing Opportunities for Persons with AIDS) for the development of affordable housing for projects throughout Alameda County. A MANDATORY meeting will be held January 23rd to discuss funding criteria and the Request for Proposals...Read more »
December 11, 2012 - Every two years EveryOne Home conducts Alameda County's Homeless Count to measure our community's progress towards ending homelessness and to maintain crucial funding for homeless services. On January 30th, 2013, the Homeless Count will be conducted across all of Alameda County. This requires 250 volunteers-- Click HERE to volunteer! READ MORE. Read more »
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