This season, Escape ministries is looking or families who are willing to take in older teens as a Host Home, in an effort to foster independent living youth. Teens between the ages of 16-19 years old will be paired with host families and stay in their home, in their own bedroom, and attend school or work along with a life skills programs. Youth are expected to be responsible for their own food and transportation, which they will receive a stipend for, and are expected to follow the rules and expectations of the host home and Escape’s program. A typical stay is between 9-18 months. Host homes will receive a $500 monthly stipend for hosting a student. This program is run by the state and overseen by a DHHS caseworker, but managed by Escape Ministries, and Escape provides the Life Skills program to students along with in-home visits, and supports both the youth and the hosts. If you are interested in being a host family and would like to hear more, please reach out HERE.
