As of September 2026, we’re excited to share that the Young Adult Supportive Living Program (YASL), formerly known as the Independent Living Program within Family Support & Stabilization (FSS), is now an independent program and the seventh program at Bridges Homeward.
In the United States, young people in foster care are legally considered adults at 18 and may leave state custody, a process known as “aging out.” According to the Annie E. Casey Foundation data center, 30% of young adults transitioning out of foster care in Massachusetts experienced homelessness by age 21 (52 of 173 young adults surveyed).
YASL aims to change that. The program provides apartments to young adults ages 18 to 22 in DCF’s care who are transitioning out of foster care, giving them a stable home while they build the skills and confidence to live independently. Residents receive financial and emotional support and work toward their own permanency goals, so they have lasting connections long after they leave our apartments.
Whether you’re a landlord with an apartment to rent, someone with a life skill to share, or simply want to learn more, contact us!