NEW YORKERS FOR CHILDREN INC

Innovative programs: a portion of new yorkers for children work is dedicated to piloting and implementing programs that demonstrate promising practice in the field of child welfare. Both in partnership with acs and independently, nyfc operates over 22 unique programs where it serves as either a grant manager or direct project manager. Working closely with community partners, experts in the field and/or the 26 foster care agencies nyfc develops contracts, tracks data, makes payment and in some instances provides technical assistance. Below are examples of a handful of innovated programs and pilots that nyfc operates in this capacity: lifeset is an example of nyfc innovative program: in partnership with acs, youth villages and four local foster care agencies, in 2019 the lifeset model sought to achieve successful transitions into adulthood as well as create and strengthen permanent relationships. Lifeset specialists - stationed at the foster care agencies - engage young adults and provide them with the intensive community-based support and guidance they need. This support is comprised of both clinical and skill-building interventions. Success is defined by the young adult which includes, maintaining stable and suitable housing, participating in educational/vocational programs, finding and sustaining a job, remaining free from legal involvement, developing healthy relationships, building a strong and permanent support system, attaining mental health stability and developing the life skills necessary to become successful, productive citizens. Another innovative program is the post-permanency support program provides essential post-adoption/guardianship services to families, improving outcomes for children. Through three qualified providers, the ppsp provides 80-100 families annually with a range of services, including adoption/guardianship-competent programming, trauma-informed care, peer-to-peer support groups, mentorship opportunities, a variety of workshops, and more. In addition, the small grants program provides subgrants to eight smaller organizations who are carrying out direct service, policy change, or research work in key areas including mental health, caregiver support, education and career development, and support for victims of sex trafficking. Nyfc provides these organizations with targeted financial and technical support to grow their services offerings, and in doing so enrich the quality of public services across nyc for youth and families.acs grants and initiatives are a big part of our innovative programs.acs grants and initiatives: nyfc provides program and grant management support to a wide array of initiatives on behalf of acs with grants from outside funders. These grants vary in focus area, but all share a common thread of seeking to improve the new york city child welfare system in some way.