New Year’s Resolutions That Make a Difference: Supporting Foster Youth with Impact Living Services
As the new year begins, many of us consider new year’s resolutions to grow, give back, and make a positive impact. This year, think about making resolutions that extend beyond personal growth. Instead, choose to contribute to the well-being of youth in foster care and those transitioning out of the system. At Impact Living Services, we provide foster youth with the stability, support, and skills they need to thrive. Here are some impactful resolutions you can make this year to support our mission and the youth we serve.
Become a Mentor Through Our Independent Living Program
Resolution: Build a meaningful connection that truly makes a difference.
For youth in foster care, transitioning to independence is often challenging. This journey is marked by obstacles that can feel overwhelming without support. Impact Living Services’ Independent Living Program empowers young adults by teaching life skills, job readiness, and providing essential resources. Yet, more than training, these young adults need mentors—people who offer guidance, encouragement, and a listening ear.
This year, consider becoming a mentor for a youth in our Independent Living Program. By volunteering your time, you’ll help a young adult gain confidence and skills to face the future. Whether it’s teaching budgeting, helping with job applications, or simply being someone they can count on, your mentorship could be life-changing.
Support Treatment Foster Care: Open Your Heart and Home
Resolution: Create a safe and loving space for a foster child.
For many foster children, a new year brings more uncertainty. It often means moving between placements or adjusting to unfamiliar surroundings. Impact Living Services’ Treatment Foster Care program provides stable, loving homes where children can heal, grow, and thrive. If you’ve ever thought about fostering, this year might be the perfect time to take that step.
By becoming a foster parent through our Treatment Foster Care program, you’ll support children who need it most. Impact Living Services offers training, resources, and a supportive network. We ensure you’re well-prepared to create a nurturing environment. Opening your home to a foster child doesn’t only change their life; it also enriches yours. Together, you create lasting memories and a space where a child truly feels at home.
Support Foster Youth Aging Out of Care
Resolution: Build a support network for young adults aging out of foster care.
Each year, many foster youth age out of the system without a stable family or support network. Without these, they face challenges like housing insecurity and financial instability. Impact Living Services works tirelessly to prevent these youth from slipping through the cracks. We offer resources and community support that help them succeed.
You can make a difference by supporting our services financially. Even a small monthly donation can help match youth savings, assist with transportation, or fund a deposit for their first apartment. If you’re interested in making a lasting impact, consider becoming a consistent donor to support our work year-round.
Start the Year by Making an Impact
There’s no better way to begin the new year than by committing to resolutions that bring hope, stability, and joy to foster youth in need. Whether you choose to mentor, foster, volunteer, or donate, every action counts in creating a brighter future for these youth.
This year, let’s make resolutions that last. Together, we can build connections, create safe spaces, and support those who need it most. Join us at Impact Living Services, and make 2025 a year of positive change and compassionate impact.