Post-Majority
Support Services
Supporting youth aging out of care and young adults formerly in care
Post-majority support services assist youth aging out of care and young adults formerly in care from the age of majority up to
and including the age of 25. The goal of post-majority support services is to provide wrap-around support that meets the distinct needs of First Nations youth and young adults and promotes and supports holistic positive outcomes for thriving youth and young adults. Post-majority support services are youth-and-young-adult-centred and needs-based.
Principles
The culturally-based safety and well-being of First Nations youth aging out of care and young adults formerly in care is paramount
First Nations youth aging out of care and young adults formerly in care are to be holistically supported in (re)connecting meaningfully with their family, as well as, have access to supports that promote reunification and/or repatriation
First Nations youth aging out of care and young adults formerly in care are to have:
culturally appropriate services and supports that meet their needs and the standard of substantive equality
stability and connection in areas of housing, employment, education, mental health, and wellbeing
access to financial support
the opportunity to remain connected and actively engaged in their communities, language, and culture
holistic support with an approach that recognizes historical and contemporary disadvantages and contextual and cultural differences
access to supports that promote safety, security, and stability to develop necessary life skills
Four Quadrents of Services
Post-majority support services assist young adults in four areas to create wrap-around support.
Supports Can Include;
Assistance with Housing
Financial Security
Food Security
Employment Readiness and Related Supports
Health & Wellness Supports
Cultural Supports
Post-majority care services are voluntary, which means that youth or young adults who have reached the age of majority or have left care voluntarily are given the support to make the decisions about the services that will help them thrive into adulthood.
Post-majority care services are aimed to help prioritize safety and support that can help to navigate inclusive and individual well-being journeys.
Post-majority care services do not intend to replace other programs; rather, they equitably support youth and young adults who have or will be exiting care.
Post-majority care services aim to work in conjunction with other existing programs and do not limit or negatively impact youth or young adults in accessing the services they need to transition to adulthood.
Post Majority Support Services
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First Nations Child and Family Services and Jordan’s Principle Settlement
Support is available, at no cost to you. Get help to complete your Claim Form, obtain identification, and connect to cultural and wellness resources and supports.
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The First Nations Health Consortium (FNHC) Youth in Transition to Adulthood services.
The First Nations Health Consortium (FNHC) Youth in Transition to Adulthood services are about making connections and linkages between First Nations and Inuit youth in Alberta and required support services.
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Government of Canada, Post-majority support services
Support services for First Nations youth and young adults.
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Government of Alberta, Indigenous organizations and service directory
Listing of organizations, services and information for Indigenous peoples in Alberta.
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Government of Alberta, Alis - How to Get Support if You’re an Indigenous Youth
Are you a young Indigenous person entering into adult life? If you’ve been in provincial care, supports are available to help you achieve success.
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Government of Alberta, Transition into adulthood (T.A.P)
A new program to help youth leaving government care and young adults formerly in care transition to adulthood successfully.
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Connections APP
An App designed for Alberta youth aged 14-26 who are transitioning to adulthood from government care.
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Hope For Wellness Helpline
Hope for Wellness Helpline is available 24/7 to all Indigenous
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Kids Help Phone
Connect with an Indigenous volunteer crisis responder by text or online message by messaging “FIRSTNATIONS”, “INUIT” or “METIS” to 686868 for young people and 741741 for adults.