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Sponsored by:
Tennessee Department of Children's Services and the
Tennessee Court Improvement Program
Administrative Office of the Courts
Preparing Youth in DCS Custody for Transition to Adulthood
Preparation for adulthood and success beyond 18, focusing on life skills, transition planning, data, services, and court procedures for your adults receiving Extension of Foster Care Services.
Michael H. Leach - Director of Independent Living, DCS
Dave Aguzzi, M.Ed. - Assistant Director of Independent Living, DCS
Approved for 1.83 general CLE hours
Click here for a printable verson of the powerpoint presentation
Handouts - the materials are referenced at various times throughout sessions
- Youth Handout From Youth Perspective
- Youth Life Skills Surveys 13-14 Year Olds
- Youth Life Skills Surveys 16-18 Year Olds
- Services Available Under TN DCS Independent Living
- Two Page Tipsheet - Custodial Transition Plan
- Two Page Tipsheet - Independent Living Plan
- Independent Living Staff TN DCS Office
- DCS Guide - Court Appearances for EFCS Youth Adults
- Independent Living Wrap Grid 2014-2015
Session 1:
Session video (link for session 1)
*The recording volume on session 1 is low. It is recommended to listen at a higher volume.
Session 2:
Session video (link for session 2)
**Please remember to turn down the volume on your headphones or speakers. The recording volume was adjusted to a normal level.
Session video Q & A (link for session 3)
After you have viewed all sessions, click the link below to complete the CLE Submission form and the Post-Test.