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Youth Link: Your Foster Care Journey

Your Guide To The Child Welfare System In Louisiana And Your Link To A Better Future

If you’re in foster care, or about to be placed into foster care, we know it can be a little scary. We’re here to tell you that you are not alone. Youth Link can help answer all your questions about foster care.

This booklet was created by caring Louisiana Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS) staff, social workers in other states, kids who are in foster care right now and older youth who were at one time.

Download the Booklet

Additional Information Sources

DCFS Resources for Youth and Young Adults

Educational Training Voucher (EVT)

Educational Training Vouchers provide financial assistance for post-secondary educational or vocational programs. Youth can apply through the financial aid office at their chosen learning programs.

Other Youth Resource Information

If you have questions regarding services from DCFS to youth and young adults or wish to update your contact information with us, contact your local office or email us at [email protected].

Articles

Surveys & Reports

Task Force on Youth Aging Out of Foster Care

National Youth in Transition Database (NYTD) – Tracking Resources for our Youth to Ensure a Better Future

Information About NYTD

Flyers

  • NYTD Caregiver Flyer
    This flyer provides information to any caregiver involved with the care of a youth who is being surveyed.
  • NYTD Youth Flyer
    This flyer is for any youth participating in the NYTD survey. Join us each year for our NYTD Event!
  • 16-21 year-olds that meet criteria.
  • Have fun, gain resources for independence and make connections.

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