Last Updated: October 6, 2009

Washington

State Coordinator(s)

Education and Training Voucher Program
Juliette Knight, Program Manager
Foster Care to College
DSHS: Children's Administration
Post Office Box 45710
Olympia, WA 98504-5710
Phone: (360) 902-8474 ; (877) 433-8388
Fax: (360) 902-7588
Email: KNJU300@dshs.wa.gov
Website: www1.dshs.wa.gov/

Children's Administration
Rick Butt
Independent Living Program Manager
1115 Washington St SE
Olympia, WA 09504-5710
Phone: (206) 923-4891
Fax: (206) 923-5493
Email: rlbu300@dshs.wa.gov

2009 Chafee Allocation

$2,977,712

2009 ETV Allocation

$1,001,314

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

1018

State's Chafee Mission Statement

Information is currently unavailable.

Who is Eligible for Chafee Services?

Information is currently unavailable.

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

Information is currently unavailable.

Maximum Age that Youth may Remain in Care

No additional information is available.

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

The youth must be attending high school or a vocational program.

Is the Extended Medicaid Option Available for Youth Until 21?

Yes

Washington State provides vouchers until 19th birthday. After that time youth can apply for Medicaid. Continuous coverage. Youth will only need to notify Medicaid if they change their address.

Can Youth in Care Get Driver’s Licenses?

Information is currently unavailable.

Does the State Offer Tuition Waivers for Foster Youth?

No additional information is available.

Does the State Have a Youth Leadership Program?

Yes

Passion to Action