New Directions
Participant Information

Programs for Transition Age Foster Youth

Our Transitional Housing Program is based in San Diego and provides apartments in Escondido, San Marcos, Vista, Oceanside, and San Diego for former foster and probation youth ages 18–25. We place our apartments within larger complexes to offer you a sense of independence, while still providing support whenever you need it as you work toward your goals.

You Belong Here

Program participants are welcome to the fun and supportive groups we offer—like a monthly pottery group, a self-discovery group, and other groups that cover topics like healthy relationships, coping skills, career planning, and more. You’ll also have access to Casa de Amparo’s food pantry and helpful community resources.

Please contact our intake specialist if you have any questions or to set up an interview!

Transitional Housing Intake Specialist

ndreferrals@casadeamparo.org

(760) 450-5290 (call or text)

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What You Get When You Join the Program

Welcome Package

Our fully-furnished apartments include:

A brand-new full-size mattress with fresh linens
Towels, dishes, utensils, pots & pans
A bathroom stocked with personal hygiene items, towels, and toiletries to get you started
Gently-used furniture to help make your place feel like home

THPP participants receive a $50 food gift card, a $50 gas gift card or bus pass, and $20 for laundry.

Monthly Allowance
You receive an allowance each month. The amount varies for THPP and THPP-NMD programs.

Emancipation Fund

For every month you stay in the program, we’ll save $50 for you. Stick with us for the full two years, and you’ll walk away with $1,200 to use however you want.

Matched Savings Program
We’ll help you build savings! For every $25 you save each month, we’ll match it—up to $300 a year. That means if you save $300, we’ll give you another $300 - money for your future.

A laundry room and fully-stocked food pantry at the Oceanside campus is available to all participants.

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What We Ask of You While in the Program

Stay Productive

You'll need to stay engaged with at least 32 hours per week of a full-time job, full-time school, OR a mix of both.

Meet with Your Advocate

You'll check in with your advocate every week to set and work on your personal goals, and to talk about your mental and physical well-being (we'll support you every step of the way).

Respect Program Guidelines

To keep the community safe and supportive, we ask that you follow New Directions program rules and apartment complex policies.

THP-Specific Requirements

Work Toward Your Education

If you haven't already, work toward your high school diploma or GED while you're enrolled.

Build Healthy Financial Health

Open a savings account within your first 90 days in the program - this sets you up for long-term success