New Outlooks and Beginnings helps youth prepare to leave the care of FACS and establish independent living in the community. New Outlooks educates and prepares youth for the many adult responsibilities they will soon face and provides support and continuity for them as they make this important transition.

Through group work and one on one support, New Outlooks tackles issues such as communication skills, managing a budget or a household, how to find an apartment or how to apply for a job. Teens have an opportunity to discuss sexuality, relationships and making healthy choices.

We also work on personal care skills and building self-esteem so that these young people can feel more confident about going out on their own.