Resources for Youth

Browse resources, helpful information, and practical tools tailored to the needs of youth impacted by the child welfare system. New resources are added regularly as we continue growing The Bridge is Us. Looking for something specific? Click the "Find Resources" button in the top right corner, then use the filters on the left (scroll down a bit) to search by category or location. Know of a resource that should be included? Click "Get Involved" and then "Add a Resource" to help us continue building the bridge for the next person who needs it.

Community Resources

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Welcome to Virginia's Foster Care Portal for Youth!
Learn more about all of the benefits you may receive as a young person navigating the foster care system!...
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Project LIFE is an invaluable resource!
. Funded by the Virginia Department of Social Services (VDSS) and operated by Shineforth, it provides life skills training, mentorship, and advocacy to help young...
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Are a youth in care and interested in using your voice to make a difference in the way youth are served in the foster care system?
The Virginia youth advisory board SPEAKOUT (Strong Positive Educated Advocates Keen On Understanding the Truth) is for teens and young adults in foster care and...
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Want to learn more about getting your driver's license?
Learn more about steps you can take to get your driver's license! Make sure you know what Virginia's Drive to Thrive program is too!...
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Are you a youth who is/was in foster care and isn't yet connected to your care manager through Anthem?
Who is eligible? Children and youth in Foster Care ages 21 and under Former foster care youth who had Medicaid and foster care services in...
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Anthem Foster Care Speciality Plan Added Benefits
Chromebook? Personal care products? Transportation? Make sure to maximize your benfits!...
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Welcome to Virginia's Foster Care Portal for Youth!
Learn more about all of the benefits you may receive as a young person navigating the foster care system!...
Click Here for More Information
Project LIFE is an invaluable resource!
. Funded by the Virginia Department of Social Services (VDSS) and operated by Shineforth, it provides life skills training, mentorship, and advocacy to help young...
Click Here for More Information
Are a youth in care and interested in using your voice to make a difference in the way youth are served in the foster care system?
The Virginia youth advisory board SPEAKOUT (Strong Positive Educated Advocates Keen On Understanding the Truth) is for teens and young adults in foster care and...
Click Here for More Information
Want to learn more about getting your driver's license?
Learn more about steps you can take to get your driver's license! Make sure you know what Virginia's Drive to Thrive program is too!...
Click Here for More Information
Are you a youth who is/was in foster care and isn't yet connected to your care manager through Anthem?
Who is eligible? Children and youth in Foster Care ages 21 and under Former foster care youth who had Medicaid and foster care services in...
Click Here for More Information
Anthem Foster Care Speciality Plan Added Benefits
Chromebook? Personal care products? Transportation? Make sure to maximize your benfits!...
Click Here for More Information

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