24/7 Domestic Violence & Sexual Assault Crisis Hotline: (423) 755-2700
RCYC Extension of Foster Care
RCYC is a family oriented safe space for young adults aging out of foster care so they can develop into productive members of society.
All people should have the right to live stable, healthy lives. That's why RCYC is committed to supporting youth and young adults in their transition from adolescence to independence.
River City Youth Collective is a community of youth and young adults, ages 18-21, committed to becoming the best version of themselves.
FACTS
*obtained from the National Foster Youth Institute
1000 youth age out of foster care in Tennessee each month.
The percentage of children who age out of foster care and still suffer from direct effects of PTSD is 25%.
60% of males who age out of the foster care system will be convicted of a crime.
70% of females who age out of the foster care system become pregnant by age 21.
For more information, contact Jeanetta Smith, transitional living specialist at 423.876.8445 or jsmith@partnershipfca.com.