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A semi-independent living
program for young women between the ages of 16 and 21 who are EITHER wards of
the courts or who have been recommended by other agencies.
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Mission Statement
To assist motivated individuals with the development of goals that will
form the vehicle by which they enter the mainstream of community life.
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friendly, nurturing, and home-like environment. Residents are
encouraged to draw upon each other and the staff for support. The
program focuses on the acquisition of independent living skills in areas
such as housing, money management, safety, housekeeping, transportation,
and community resources. Participation in an educational program
and employment are required of all residents.
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| Ada's Place is a semi-independent
living program for young women between the ages of16 and 21, who are
either wards of the courts or who have been recommended by other
agencies. Each resident has her own furnished efficiency-style
apartment with a refrigerator, microwave, private bathroom, and study
area. The building has a 7 day, 24 hour staff and security system.
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| Case management services include assistance
in securing employment, pursuing an educational plan,
crisis-intervention, and acquiring independent living skills. Ada's Place also connects residents with outside agencies
for services
such as educational assistance, mental health issues, and appropriate
adult services. After completing the semi-independent living
program, a resident can be transitioned to her own apartment with
on-going case management services.
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| The building at Ada's Place includes a
computer room with educational software, free laundry facilities, an
exercise room, basketball court, TV room, community area, and a large
kitchen and pantry which are used to teach basic cooking skills to the
residents.
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Admission Requirements
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Female, 16 - 21 years of age
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Court ordered or agency referred placement
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Willingness to commit to the program rules and
expectations
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Each applicant is evaluated on an individual basis
For additional information, contact the Ada's Place
Program Director at 317.231.2920, or send e-mail to Adas_Place@q4e.org.
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Ada's
Place is named in honor of the late Howard F. Foltz, Sr., father of
Quest for Excellence President, Howard F. Foltz, Jr.
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1700 West 16th Street
Indianapolis, IN 46202
317.231.2920
Fax 317.231.0160 |
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