(MENAFNEditorial) SEATTLE, March 22, 2018 /PRNewswire/ --Treehouse, a nonprofit which gives youth in foster care a childhood and a future, announced the statewide launch of its latest program, Washington, and even covers the cost of permits and driver's licenses.
Funded by an 18-month contract with DSHS Children's Administration, Driver's Assistance removes transportation barriers for youth in foster care, extended foster care and tribal youth in care ages 15 to 21. There are about 9,000 children and youth in foster care throughout the state.
"One out of five youth in foster care end up homeless within a year of aging out of the system in part because of transportation needs," said Patrick Nickell, Treehouse's Licensing Coordinator. "Treehouse is committed to launching youth successfully into adulthood. We know that without reliable transportation, opportunities to attend college or trade school and build careers are dramatically limited."
Nickell, a licensed insurance agent, experienced both foster care and homelessness before he turned 18.
"Those were dark days. I wish I had access to an organization like <>
Driver's Assistance will remove many transportation-related financial burdens for youth in foster care by paying for:
Automobile insurance Driver's education Driver's licenses Enhanced driver's licenses Driver's permits Washington State IDs Treehouse provides a suite of programs for youth in foster care. Its flagship
About Treehouse
Founded in 1988, Treehouse is Washington's leading nonprofit organization addressing the academic and other essential support needs of youth in foster care. More than 7,500 youth each year prosper through programs that focus on their academic success, fulfill key material needs and provide important childhood experiences every child deserves. Learn more at <>
Founded in 1988, Treehouse isWashington'sleading nonprofit organization addressing the academic and other essential support needs of youth in foster care. Treehouse helps more than 7,500 youth each year through programs that focus on their academic success, fulfill key material needs and provide important childhood experiences every child deserves. Learn more at www.treehouseforkids.org .
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