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Last Updated: October 6, 2009

Wisconsin

State Coordinator(s)

Wisconsin Department of Health and Family Services
Christine Lenske
Independent Living Coordinator
P.O. Box 8916
One West Wilson, Room 527
Madison, WI 53708
Phone: (608) 267-7287
Fax: (608) 264-6750
Email: lenskca@dhfs.state.wi.us
Website: www.dhfs.state.wi.us/Children/IndLiving/index.HTM

2009 Chafee Allocation

$1,996,222

2009 ETV Allocation

$671,269

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

1580

State's Chafee Mission Statement

Information is currently unavailable.

Who is Eligible for Chafee Services?

Program eligibility guidelines target youth aged 15-21 who have been in out-of-home care placement (e.g., foster home, group home, residential care center, or court- ordered Kinship Care) at least six months after the age of 15 years or older or adopted after the age of 15. Eligibility for Independent Living services ends when the youth turns 21 years of age.

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

In accordance with the Chafee Act, only those youth in care on their 18th birthdays will be eligible for room and board assistance. Chafee funds may be utilized to provide financial assistance to eligible youth for the purpose of obtaining and establishing safe and stable housing. Room and board payments may be made to service providers, vendors, or youth to set up residence. Room and board may include security deposits, rent, furniture, utilities hook- up or payments, and other housing-related necessities.

Maximum Age that Youth may Remain in Care

19

No additional information is available.

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

If enrolled in high school or high school completion program.

Is the Extended Medicaid Option Available for Youth Until 21?

Yes

Once a youth qualifies at age 18, they remain eligible. There is no income test. When the youth update their information, we are looking to see that they still reside in Wisconsin. This is the only requirement.

Can Youth in Care Get Driver’s Licenses?

Information is currently unavailable.

Does the State Offer Tuition Waivers for Foster Youth?

No

No additional information is available.

Does the State Have a Youth Leadership Program?

Yes

No additional information is available.