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COMMUNITY HOUSING ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (CHAP)
PROGRAM ADMINISTRATOR: The Community Housing Assistance Programs (CHAP) programs are funded by the Conn. Department of Children and Families (DCF) and are offered by community based agencies in each region.
PROGRAM DESCRIPTION: CHAP programs provide either site-based or scattered site apartments for youth age 17-21 who are transitioning out of foster care and into independent living. Youth in the CHAP program must be in school and either be working or be involved in extra-curricular activities. Case management services are provided to the youth on a regular basis, and other supports are provided as needed.
WHO IS ELIGIBLE:
- Youth age 17-21 who are transitioning out of foster care into the community
- Must be in school and either working or involved in extracurricular activities
HOW TO APPLY: A referral from DCF is required; youth in foster care can contact their DCF caseworker.
TO FIND PROVIDERS IN CONNECTICUT'S COMMUNITY RESOURCES DATABASE:
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SOURCE: Refer Database; DCF Policy Manual http://www.dir.ct.gov/dcf/Policy/Adoles42/42-5-3.htm
PREPARED BY: 211/fj
CONTENT LAST REVIEWED: September2008
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