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CYFD Launches Fostering Connections, Extending Foster Care For Young Adults

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SANTA FE — The New Mexico Children, Youth & Families Department on Wednesday launched the state’s first Extended Foster Care program, Fostering Connections, which extends the age of support and services available to young adults involved with CYFD from the age of 18 to 21.  Some of the extended supports available to young adults include guaranteed housing, guaranteed connection to community based behavioral health supports, job assistance, food access, and money for college.

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NEW Inside NM! Episode #236

14 Views   Steve Pearce, with co-hosts Derek Underhill and Danielle Hernandez, discuss and share their perspectives on the hottest local and national headlines.

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