2. Family Connection for Young Adults (ages 18-24)
D’Angela Tanks, LISW-S
Young Adult Services Manager
Frontline Service, Inc.

3. Young Adult Profile

4. Why Family Connection??? High percentage of youth return home
Youth with increased support report decreased problem behaviors
Families and community remain in the youth’s life longer than service providers
Familial and social connection are key protective factors

5. Connection vs Reunification
Family should be defined more broadly to included the complete social network

6. Goals and Objectives
To increase client’s social capital and natural supports
Serve 50 youth
75% exit positively from shelter
100% improve in functioning
Family functioning, reduction in substance use/criminal justice, involvement in education/employment
75% retention rate

7. Services Provided Case Management Therapy Outreach & Engagement
Housing
Employment
Liaison
Advocacy
Referrals
Practical Assistance
Therapy
Diagnostic Assessments
Treatment Planning
Individual Counseling
Family Counseling
Psychoeducation
Motivational Interviewing
Mobility Mapping

8. Outcomes & Success Program begin July 2018 30 clients served
83% success rate
Positive shelter exit
Increase in functioning

10. Young Adult Services Manager
D’Angela Tanks, LISW-S
Young Adult Services Manager
(216) ext 1462