Youth in DHHR Custody or signed FC18
Youth must be capable of acquiring Independence within two years
Youth may enter the Transitioning Program at any Phase – as indicated by assessment appropriateness
Male Youth ages 17 – 21 years of age
Phase I & II must be age 17 years at Intake
Phase III – may be ages 18 to 20 years at Intake
Youth must be capable of Self-Medicating (under supervision) and Self-Preservation. Additionally:
Mild MR will be considered if youth is capable of self-care
Youth with high-risk behaviors may be considered when assessed as low risk to relapse, amendable to continue community-based treatment & monitoring, have identified strengths conducive for program success and are safe for community placement.
Youth must agree to abide by rules of conduct
Youth must agree to and achieve 40 hours weekly of productive activities (may be a combination of school, work and/or service learning)

Tiny-home village with comprehensive life skills, employment training, education and well-being supports provided by the broader community. The goal is that disconnected West Virginia youth are supported to reach their full potential as they transition into adulthood.