Family Support Services
Youth Transition Program
This program offers support to teens and young adults who are transitioning from Department of Children and Families (DCF) oversight to independent adulthood. Services include:
- Personal Futures Planning — Informal goal setting and person-centered planning tools help young people envision their futures and identify the steps for turning dreams into realities.
- Case Management — Guidance through the process of applying for and accessing services from local and state agencies including programs offered through the Dept. of Developmental Services, Dept. of Mental Health, Massachusetts Rehabilitation Commission, Dept. of Transitional Assistance, Social Security, local and regional housing authorities, financial assistance programs, and so forth.
- Assistance with Essential Life Skills — To help each individual find or maintain an appropriate living situation, and manage household tasks, personal finances, hygiene and appearance, achieve positive habits for maintaining good health through appropriate exercise and nutrition, social skills development, community connections, decision-making and pursuit of educational goals.
- Job Placement, Training and Support — Assistance with skills assessment and career interest inventory, resume preparation, job search, assistance in completing applications forms ad preparing for interviews, liaison with employers and/or assistance with application to other job assistance programs.
- Support and Training Groups — Opportunities to meet with other youth and young adults for time limited group support for social skill development, job readiness, self-advocacy, or preparation for parenthood.
Eligibility and Referral
Youth transition services are provided to teens and young adults through closed referral from the Department of Children & Families.
Contact Information:
Emma Connelly, Youth Transition Coordinator
413-774-5558 x 1009
Sue Jones, Director of Positive Parenting
413-774-5558 x 1054
