Youth in Transition Conference

FrameWorks' AmeriCorps VISA Memory Cooper who is currently working on a mentoring program for youth aging out of foster care recently attended the Youth in Transition Conference at Cedar Lakes in Ripley West Virginia.

According to Memory, "The Youth in Transition Conference was a great success. It is one of few conferences held throughout the year for youth that are transitioning out of foster care. This conference brings the youth together in a fun environment where they can learn valuable information to help prepare them for their life's journey."

At the conference, youth attended many workshops that gave them valuable tools and information to prepare them to live on their own, these included: T.H.I.N.K (which discusses the importance of abstinence), Career Path and Planning, College Readiness, Goal Setting, a Panel Discussion from college students, and stress management.

Among those who attended the conference was special guest, Karen McKay, who played her banjo while entertaining youth and staff.

The Conference was organized by the WVU Center for Excellence in Disabilities' Chafee Foster Care Independence Program. Phone: (304) 558-6067