AB 12
EXTENSION OF FOSTER CARE SERVICES AND SUPPORT TO AGE 21
An important law gives foster youth the option to remain in care in order to receive supportive services until age 21.
Things to Know
- This program began January 1, 2012
- This program is voluntary; you can decide to opt out. You can always come back into the extended foster care program
- You will be responsible to meet with your social worker or probation officer, go to court, and continue to meet the eligibility requirements for AB 12
WHAT DO I NEED TO DO?
You are eligible for AB 12 if you are doing at least one of the following:
- Working toward completion of a high school diploma or equivalent (GED or CHSPE)
- Enrolled at least half-time in college, community college, or a vocational education program
- Employed at least 80 hours per month
- Unable to participate in any of the above due to a medical condition
- Participating in a program designed to assist in gaining employment
WHERE CAN I LIVE?
You must live in one of the following places to be eligible for this program:
- Home of a relative, non-relative extended family member, or legal guardian
- Licensed or approved foster home, Foster Family Agency (FFA) certified home, Intensive Treatment Foster Care home (ITFC), or Transitional Housing Placement Program (THPP)
- Transitional Housing Program Plus Foster Care (THP+FC)
- Supervised Independent Living Program (SILP), includes college campus dorms
- STRTP (if needed to complete high school or you have a medical condition)
WHAT AM I RESPONSIBLE FOR?
To be part of this program, you will need to:
- Meet with your social worker or probation officer monthly
- Attend a court hearing or administrative review every 6 months
- Sign an agreement
- Agree to work with your social worker/probation officer to meet the goals of your Transitional Independent Living Case Plan and receive case management services
TO LEARN MORE
- Ask your social worker/probation officer or attorney for more detailed information
- Visit jbay.org/housing/