10 New Info Pages on Gender-Based Violence
To go with the 3 recently released quests on Gender-Based Violence, AgedOut.com also added 10 new info pages. They’re packed with information about gender-based violence, consent, and relationship safety. All About Consent Consent has four parts: it’s freely given, reversible, informed, and specific. This page also covers when someone legally can’t consent, like if they’re […]
Introducing 3 Quests on Gender-Based Violence
You deserve relationships, friendships, and online spaces that feel safe. No exceptions. That’s why AgedOut.com just launched 3 new quests on gender-based violence, consent, and relationship safety. AgedOut.com is built by and for youth in and from government care in BC. Understand and Respond to Gender-Based Violence Gender-based violence happens when someone gets hurt physically […]
SAJE IS HERE! – EXPANDED ELIGIBILITY, INCOME SUPPORT, AND MORE!
Effective April 4, 2024, youth and young adults with care experience in British Columbia have access to expanded supports through the Strengthening Abilities and Journeys of Empowerment (SAJE) program. The Ministry of Children and Family Development (MCFD) and Indigenous Child and Family Service (ICFS) Agencies are now supporting more young adults with care experience, for […]
New MCFD SAJE Mental Health and Counselling Benefit & Life-skills, Training and Cultural Connections Funding
Effective November 20, 2023, Ministry of Children and Family Development (MCFD) is introducing a new Mental Health and Counselling Benefit of $1,500 per year for young adults on an Agreements with Young Adults (AYA), Temporary Housing Agreements (THA) or Temporary Support Agreements (TSA). Additionally, any young adult in the AYA program who is focused on […]
New Mental Health Quest is live!
We’re thrilled to announce the launch of our latest quest on AgedOut.com, dedicated to supporting your mental health! The quest is live now, so get ready to embark on an empowering journey to enhance your mental health and overall well-being! Click here to check it out! Questions? Email: info@agedout.com
Mental health and wellness support for those affected by wildfires
Kids Help Phone is available 24/7 for people experiencing the impacts of extreme weather. Their free e-mental health services are open to support people across Canada. Stay Safe! Click here for more information.
Newly named SAJE supports offer youth in care a stronger path to adulthood
Strengthening Abilities and Journeys of Empowerment (SAJE) program (new name!) Services and supports through SAJE have been available to youth and young adults 19 and older since 2022. The program is continuing to expand and improve. Recent enhancements include: $600 every two years for glasses and contacts, which has expanded to include eye exams; dental coverage […]
Learning for Future Grant and YEAF Transition Plan
• StudentAid BC is bringing in a new Learning for Future Grant for former youth in care that expands on and will replace the Youth Educational Assistance Fund. • The new Learning for Future Grant will be available to eligible Provincial Tuition Waiver recipients effective August 1, 2023. • Applications for the Youth Educational Assistance […]
Youth Transitions Improved Supports
MCFD is pleased to share the recent and upcoming improvements to the Youth Transitions program. Below you will find important information on enhanced supports for young adults transitioning into adulthood. Temporary Housing and Temporary Support Agreements Changes – effective April 3, 2023 MCFD is introducing additional flexibility for housing options: Eligible young adults on a […]
New Canada Dental Benefit
The interim Canada Dental Benefit is intended to help lower dental costs for eligible families earning less than $90,000 per year. Parents and guardians can apply if the child receiving dental care is under 12 years old and does not have access to a private dental insurance plan. Depending on your adjusted family net income, a tax-free payment […]