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Transitional Living ServicesThe Texas Department of Family and Protective Services (DFPS) provides Chafee Foster Care Independence Program services through its Transitional Living Services programs. These programs include Preparation for Adult Living (PAL), Education and Training Vouchers (ETV), and other related services and support of young people 16 to 21 years of age who are currently or formerly in foster care, or transitioning out of care. DFPS established a Transitional Living Services Initiative as part of CPS Reform efforts. The general objective of the initiative has been to implement a systemic and integrated approach in transition planning and services affecting youth aging out of state foster care. In order to consistently improve services, the initiative participants (including DFPS staff, alumni, and external partners) identified a baseline of transition and life skills training services. Establishing a consistent baseline of services helps to ensure that youth aging out of the foster care system can expect the same quality of services regardless of which region they are in. Transitional Living Services includes:
Four principles guiding the DFPS Transitional Living Services Programs include:
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