Establishing permanent connections for young people is essential to ensuring their success. However, identifying supportive adults who can provide these permanent connections is only half the story. Youth need to be ready and able to participate in positive, caring, life-long relationships and accept support from caring adults.This guide helps young people understand and prepare for permanency by providing: a youth friendly format, youth perspectives about permanence, interactive worksheets, ideas and questions to inspire discussion, information regarding permanence options, and discussion about the advantages gained through permanent relationships.Whether a young person works through this book on their own, with a supportive adult or in a group setting, the lessons and stories inside will inspire youth to form the permanent connections crucial to future success.2008, 81pp, 6” x 9”, soft cover