Resources

There are many resources available to former foster youth students, both at USC and within the local community, to ensure a successful academic experience. 

Resources at USC

• Student Equity and Inclusion Programs
• First Generation Plus Success Center
• Financial Aid Office
• Student Basic Needs
• Academic Advisement at USC Dornsife
• USC Libraries
• The Writing Center at USC Dornsife
• Office of Student Accessibility Services
• Trauma Recovery Center at USC
• Engemann Student Health Center
• USC Housing

Community Resources

• Alliance for Children's Rights
  Provides advocacy resources to help young adults who have aged out of foster care connect with a supportive adult and programs.
• Foster Nation
  Provides resources and connections to help support foster youth and address their basic needs.
• Youth on the Move
  Helps secure transportation resources for former foster youth, part of The Independent Living Program at the Los Angeles County Department of Children and Family Services
• A Sense of Home
  Focuses on preventing homelessness among youth who have aged out of foster care by providing first ever homes, furniture donations and home goods.
• Aging Out Institute
  Promotes resources and strategies to help youth aging out of foster care.