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Enjoying the Nature

JOURNEY TO INDEPENDENCE

Journey to Independence (JTI) is a Federally Funded Program through a four-year SAMHSA (Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration) grant that provides transition services for youth ages 14 – 21 who struggle with recognized SED/SMI or emerging mental health issues. Youth are assisted in developing greater self-sufficiency and independence while emphasizing the role of parents/guardians in guiding and supporting their youth through the transition to adulthood.

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Youth supports are provided by Transition COACH Facilitators who utilize the Transition to Independence Planning (TIP) Model ® using the five domains of:

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Family supports are provided by a Family Liaison to enhance the skills and knowledge of parents/guardians as they support their JTI youth. Using a strength-based youth and family-driven approach; parents/guardians are provided one-to-one support visits, educational workshops on transitional needs, and connection to community resources.

 

Referrals can be made by:

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  • Family members

  • Caregivers

  • School staff

  • Social Service staff

  • Mental Health or Community providers

  • Youth self-referral

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For more information contact:

Jenn @ 320-444-8827  jenn.pauff@pactforfamilies.org

employment skills

  • Resume building

  • Interview roleplay

  • Appropriate interview attire

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community
functioning skills

  • Team building

  • Communication skills

  • Studying for driver's education

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personal wellbeing

  • Self advocacy 

  • Stress relief

  • Health management

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living situation

  • Budgeting

  • Obtaining housing

  • Cooking/Food handling

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education

  • Study habits

  • High school completion/GED

  • College prep

Journey to Independence is made possible through grant funding from SAMHSA.

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