FACT
After reaching the age of 18,
20% of the children who were
in foster care will become instantly homeless.
FACT
1 out of every 2 kids who age out of the system will develop a substance dependence.
FACT
7 out of 10 girls who age out of the foster care system will become pregnant before the age of 21.
FACT
About 1 in 4 kids who age out of the system will not graduate from high school or be able to pass their GED.
At-risk Statistics
Did you know?
Northern Arizona Dream Center longs to see these statistics changed by providing transitional housing for at-risk young adults in Northern Arizona. Within a safe and structured environment, these adults are offered support, connections, life skills classes, and faith-based mentoring to help create a culture of community and a sense of belonging.
Northern Arizona Dream Center is providing at-risk young adults the housing that ultimately leads to better opportunities to be productive, contributing members of our community.
Foster Care Statistics in the USA as reported by: https://brandongaille.com/50-useful-aging-out-of-foster-care-statistics/