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Last Updated: October 6, 2009

Alabama

State Coordinator(s)

Wanda Davidson, Program Supervisor
State Independent Living Coordinator
50 Ripley Street
Montgomery, AL 36130
Phone: (334) 242-9500
Fax: (334) 353-1491
Email: Wanda.Davidson@dhr.alabama.gov

2009 Chafee Allocation

$1,947,161

2009 ETV Allocation

$654,771

Number of youth 16-21 (most current AFCARS data -2006)

1594

State's Chafee Mission Statement

Information is currently unavailable.

Who is Eligible for Chafee Services?

All youth who are expected to be in foster care as of their 18th birthday are eligible for independent living services. This decision is made on a case-by-case basis by the child and family planning team.

What is the State's Definition of Room and Board?

Information is currently unavailable.

Maximum Age that Youth may Remain in Care

21

No additional information is available.

Under what Conditions Can a Youth Remain in Care Beyond 18?

If in school and in approved placement.

Is the Extended Medicaid Option Available for Youth Until 21?

No

No additional information is available.

Can Youth in Care Get Driver’s Licenses?

No formal process. Work with county offices to encourage them to assist youth in obtaining their licenses. Able to use ILP funds to pay for this.

Does the State Offer Tuition Waivers for Foster Youth?

No

No additional information is available.

Does the State Have a Youth Leadership Program?

Yes

Alabama has a Youth Advisory Council at the state and local levels. At the state level, the group is called D.R.E.A.M. Council (Dedicated, Responsible, Empowered, and Motivated). At the local level the group is called Youth Advisory Council (YAC). For more information, contact the Alabama State Independent Living Coordinator found on the NCWRCYD State by State pages.