As you turn 18, it is Vital that you have a copy of all your personal documents when you leave foster care. Your medical, educational, and personal identity records are essential to living an independent life. If any of your personal documents are lost or stolen, you will want to replace them as soon as possible by clicking on the links below and/or downloading our easy to use resource now!
It is your right to be given these documents within 30 days of your 18th birthday. Discuss these documents at your “Age of Majority” Team Decision Making (TDM) meeting, Transition Planning Meeting, or your Child and Family Team meeting. If you do not get all these documents within 30 days of your 18th birthday, contact the State Independent Living Coordinator at PermanencyYouthServicesUnit@AZDCS.GOV for assistance.
Anticipate needing to provide a “Ward of Court Proof” to show you are a young adult who has experienced foster care to receive financial aid for college or vocational school. Contact PermanencyYouthServicesUnit@AZDCS.GOV and request an “Age Of Majority” Verification Letter.